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BodyB1801

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Initialization not performed

23 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

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

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

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. If it concerns the brakes, brake vacuum, charging/alternator, engine oil or coolant, have it diagnosed before driving. Airbags or seat belts may not work in a crash, and a brake or charging fault can leave the car unsafe or stranded. For convenience systems (windows, locks, climate), have it checked when convenient.

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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB1801No description available Body
BYDB1801Initialization not performed BrandBody
CheryB1801Tire pressure monitor(TPM) Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memo (EEPROM)storage failed BrandBody
DaewooB1801No description available Body
DaihatsuB1801D seat front impact ignition system circuit open BrandBody
GMB1801No description available Body
HoldenB1801No description available Body
HondaB1801No description available Body
HyundaiB1801No description available Body
MahindraB1801Battery Voltage too high BrandBody
MaseratiB1801No description available Body
MitsubishiB1801Additional ECU detected BrandBody
OpelB1801No description available Body
PeroduaB1801D seat front impact ignition system circuit open BrandBody
PeugeotB1801No description available Body
ProtonB1801Additional ECU detected BrandBody
SaabB1801No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1801CPU Error BrandBody
SmartB1801No description available Body
SprinterB1801No description available Body
SubaruB1801No description available Body
SuzukiB1801Power Source Voltage too High BrandBody
ToyotaB1801No 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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1801 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB180100APT_Driver in EOLP mode BrandBody

6Related codes

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