What does code B00B1 mean?

Q: What does code B00B1 mean?

Driver Seat Occupant Classification Sensor B. B00B1 means the occupant classification sensor for the driver's seat, often called the weight or bladder sensor, is reporting a fault to the airbag control module. The computer has detected an out-of-range signal or a circuit problem in sensor B, so it cannot reliably tell whether the driver's seat is occupied and may alter airbag deployment strategy.

DTC codes / B00xx · Airbags, seats, doors, lights and comfort systems / B00B1

B00B1Driver Seat Occupant Classification Sensor B

B00B1 means the occupant classification sensor for the driver's seat, often called the weight or bladder sensor, is reporting a fault to the airbag control module. The computer has detected an out-of-range signal or a circuit problem in sensor B, so it cannot reliably tell whether the driver's seat is occupied and may alter airbag deployment strategy.

SystemBody

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaAirbags, seats, doors, lights and comfort systems

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.