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BodyB1401

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Steering type configuration fault

29 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to the steering system. Steering effort may increase.

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1401Wireless Accessory Charging Module. Control Module B. Invalid Data Received BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB1401No description available Body
BYDB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
CheryB1401Battery voltage low BrandBody
ChryslerB1401No description available Body
DaewooB1401Driver SIS Circuit Low Voltage BrandBody
DFFSB1401Steering type configuration fault BrandBody
DFFXB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
GeelyB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
GMB1401LF side impact sensor short to ground BrandBody
Great WallB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
HafeiB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
HoldenB1401Left Front Side Impact Sensor Circuit Short to Ground BrandBody
HondaB1401No description available Body
HyundaiB1401No description available Body
Land RoverB1401Park aid request output BrandBody
MaseratiB1401Emergency call speaker circuit short to battery BrandBody
MitsubishiB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
OpelB1401LF side impact sensor short to ground BrandBody
PeugeotB1401No description available Body
ProtonB1401F ABG(1)DR. squib open BrandBody
SaabB1401LF Side Impact Sensor Short To Ground BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B1401Transponder Antenna General Fault BrandBody
SmartB1401No description available Body
SprinterB1401No description available Body
SubaruB1401No description available Body
SuzukiB1401CONTROL UNIT BrandBody
TataB1401Parking Light Sw Open BrandBody
ToyotaB1401Steering type configuration fault BrandBody

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 10

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1401 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB140100The SRSCM sets DTC if there is a short to ground in DSIS harness BrandBody
SsangYongB140100SIS(Side impact sensor) front-driver circuit short to ground BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB140101No description available Body
SprinterB140101No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB140113No description available Body
SprinterB140113No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB14011CNo description available Body
SprinterB14011CNo description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB140129No description available Body
SprinterB140129No description available Body

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