BodyB1641

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Belt pretensioner front driver loop short to GND

12 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

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

Safety: This code relates to the airbag or seat-belt restraint system. An airbag may not deploy in a crash.

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

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The airbag may not deploy in a crash. Have it checked by a qualified technician; do not work on airbag wiring yourself.

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 12

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	B1641	No description available	Body
BYD	B1641	Belt pretensioner front driver loop short to GND Brand	Body
Honda	B1641	No description available	Body
Hyundai	B1641	No description available	Body
Land Rover	B1641	No description available	Body
Mitsubishi	B1641	Rear HiVoltCut SNS. fail Brand	Body
Peugeot	B1641	No description available	Body
Proton	B1641	Rear HiVoltCut SNS. fail Brand	Body
Maxus (SAIC)	B1641	DTC configuration for - motor battery circuit short Brand	Body
MG (SAIC)	B1641	DTC configuration for - motor battery circuit short Brand	Body
Tata	B1641	No description available	Body
Toyota	B1641	No description available	Body

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.

5Related codes

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