Fix Cost
$150 - $300
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
Moderate
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0164 Mean?
The seat position sensor circuit has malfunctioned, preventing the vehicle's computer from accurately detecting the seat's position. This can cause issues with seat adjustment, airbag deployment, and other safety features.
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Symptoms
- • Seat not moving properly
- • airbag warning light on
- • seat position sensor error message on the dashboard
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Common Causes
- • Faulty seat position sensor
- • wiring issue
- • or electrical connector problem
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Disconnect the battery to reset the system. 2. Check and clean the seat position sensor and its electrical connector. 3. Replace the seat position sensor if damaged or faulty. 4. Check and repair any wiring issues.
Required Parts
Tools
Torx screwdriver
Multimeter
Wire tester
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Need a Pro?
Complex codes like B0164 can be tricky. Don't risk it if you're unsure.
Quick Stats
Severity
Medium
DIY Friendly
No
Est. Time
1-2 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0164
B0100
Same System
B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
Medium
B0101
Same System
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