Fix Cost
$500 - $1500
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
4/5
Hard
2-4 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0160 Mean?
The airbag system has malfunctioned, likely due to a wiring or sensor issue, preventing the airbags from deploying properly in the event of a crash.
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Symptoms
- • Airbag warning light illuminated on the dashboard
- • airbag system not functioning
- • or airbag not deploying in a crash.
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Common Causes
- • Faulty airbag sensor
- • wiring issue
- • or faulty airbag control module.
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Disconnect the battery to prevent any accidental airbag deployments. 2. Locate the faulty airbag sensor and replace it with a new one. 3. Inspect and repair any damaged wiring. 4. Test the airbag system to ensure it's functioning properly.
Required Parts
Tools
Multimeter
Wire tester
Airbag system tester
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Need a Pro?
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Quick Stats
Severity
High
DIY Friendly
No
Est. Time
2-4 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0160
B0100
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B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
Medium
B0101
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B0101: Body System Code B0101 - Lighting
Medium
B0102
Same System
B0102: Immobilizer System Malfunction
Medium
B0103
Same System
B0103: Audio System Malfunction
Medium
B0104
Same System
B0104: Airbag System Malfunction
High
B0105
Same System
B0105: Climate Control Blower Motor Fault
Medium
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system