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B0049

Third Row Right Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control

B0049 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Third Row Right Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control. Common causes: open or short circuit in wiring harness, airbag squib malfunction. Estimated repair cost: $56–167.

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Airbag light is on
  • Disabling the restraint system
  • Diagnostic error

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Airbag squib malfunction
  • Pretensioner damage
  • Problems with the airbag control unit
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Conduct diagnostics of the passive safety system
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring harness
  3. Check squib resistance
  4. Inspect contacts for corrosion
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components
  6. Reset the error and check the system

Related codes

B0050B0048B0047

Error B0049 by Vehicle Brand

AcuraAudiBAICBMWBYDBuickCadillacChanganCheryChevroletChryslerCitroenDodgeDongfengExeedFAWFordForthingFotonGACGMGMCGeelyGreat WallHavalHondaHongqiHyundaiInfinitiJACJaecooJaguarJeepJetourKaiyiKiaLadaLexusLi AutoLifanLincolnLivanMazdaMercedes-BenzMercuryMitsubishiNIONissanOldsmobileOmodaOpelPeugeotPlymouthPontiacRenaultSWMSaturnSkodaSkywellSubaruSuzukiTankToyotaVolkswagenVolvoVoyahXPengZeekrZotye

FAQ

What does the B0049 code mean?

B0049 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Third Row Right Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control

What causes a B0049 error code?

The most common causes of B0049 include: Open or short circuit in wiring harness; Airbag squib malfunction; Pretensioner damage; Problems with the airbag control unit.

How do I fix a B0049 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix B0049: Conduct diagnostics of the passive safety system. Check the integrity of the wiring harness. Check squib resistance. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with B0049?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix B0049?

The estimated repair cost for B0049 is $56–167. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

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