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BodyB181A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Response failure when electronic steering lock requesting lock/unlock

10 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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooB181ANo description available Body
DFFSB181AResponse failure when electronic steering lock requesting lock/unlock BrandBody
GMB181ANo description available Body
HoldenB181ANo description available Body
HondaB181ANo description available Body
OpelB181ANo description available Body
PeugeotB181ANo description available Body
SaabB181ANo description available Body
SubaruB181ANo description available Body
ToyotaB181AResponse failure when electronic steering lock requesting lock/unlock 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.

5Related codes

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