C0538

Motor Control B Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The passive safety system fault indicator is on
Problems with the operation of belt pretensioners
Incorrect operation of airbags

Causes

Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Malfunction of solenoid or squib
Damage to the passive safety system controller
Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

Check the wiring harness for damage
Check resistance and voltage in control circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation or damage
Replace faulty components (solenoid, squib, controller)

Related codes

C0537 C0539 B0020