C0018

Left Rear Inlet Control

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The passive safety system fault indicator is on
Deployment of airbags or pretensioners in unexpected situations
Lack of response from the passive safety system in an accident

Causes

Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Shock sensor malfunction
Damage to the restraint system control module
Corrosion of contacts in connectors

How to Fix

Diagnose the passive safety system using a scanner
Check the integrity of the wiring harness and connectors
Test shock sensors and pretensioners
Replace faulty components

Related codes

C0020 C0019 B0018