B0044

Driver Frontal Deployment Loop Stage 2 Open

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The SRS/airbag light on the dashboard is on
The airbag may not deploy in an accident.
Possible errors in other passive safety systems

Causes

Broken or damaged airbag wiring
Second stage squib malfunction
Problems with contacts in connectors
SRS control unit malfunction
Short circuit in the circuit

How to Fix

Diagnose the SRS system with a scanner
Visually check the integrity of the wiring and connectors
Check the resistance of the second stage squib
Replace damaged components if necessary
Reset errors and check system operation

Related codes

B0040 B0041 B0042 B0043