B0033

Second Row Left Frontal Stage 3 Deployment Control

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–222 (est.)

Symptoms

SRS/airbag light is on
Restraint system disabled
Error message on the dashboard

Causes

Open or short circuit in the airbag circuit
Squib malfunction
Problems with the SRS control unit
Wiring harness damage
Contact corrosion
Previous airbag deployment

How to Fix

Carry out diagnostics with a scanner to confirm the code
Check the integrity of the airbag circuit
Inspect the wiring harness for damage
Check squib resistance
Diagnose the SRS control unit
Replace faulty components
Reset the error and check the system

Related codes

B0023 B0030 B0031 B0032