B0001High urgency

Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control

Safety · Airbag/SRS

⛔ Fix immediately — airbag may not deploy in a crash.

What this means

A fault has been detected in the driver frontal airbag deployment circuit. The airbag system may not function correctly in a collision. This requires immediate professional diagnosis.

Likely causes

Clock spring failure in steering columnMost common
Faulty airbag moduleCommon
Wiring harness damage to airbagCommon
Prior accident deployment not replacedCommon

Estimated repair cost

Clock spring replacement$200 – $600

Airbag module replacement$400 – $1,200

SRS wiring repair$200 – $600

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Frequently asked questions

What does B0001 mean?

A fault has been detected in the driver frontal airbag deployment circuit. The airbag system may not function correctly in a collision. This requires immediate professional diagnosis.

Is B0001 serious?

Fix immediately — airbag may not deploy in a crash.

How much does it cost to fix B0001?

Repair costs for B0001 range from $200 – $600 depending on the root cause and your vehicle.

Can I drive with B0001?

No — this code indicates a serious issue. Stop driving and have the vehicle inspected immediately.