What does this code mean?
The wording below belongs to the named make and communication. Match the complete code, reporting module, model year and engine before applying it.
A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.
Manufacturer communications
23Original wording in English
BUICK
Reported code forms B0081
N182188910-01 - Special Coverage. On some 2017 model year Buick Verano vehicles, the Passenger Presence Sensor (PPS) Module wire may have been pinched in the seat trim during seat assembly or servicing. If the wire is…
BUICK
Reported code forms B0081
N182188910 - Special Coverage. On some 2017 model year Buick Verano vehicles, the Passenger Presence Sensor (PPS) Module wire may have been pinched in the seat trim during seat assembly or servicing. If the wire is…
CHEVROLET
Reported code forms B0081
This engineering information ends the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Service Air Bag Indicator Illuminated and DTC B0081 and/or B0074-0D Set.
BUICK
Reported code forms B0081
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the front passenger presence sensor to correct a customer concern on a service airbag light illuminated, the service airbag system message on the DIC, passenger…
CHEVROLET, PONTIAC
Reported code forms B0081
SIR/AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED, DTC B0081 (PASSENGER PRESENCE SYSTEM (PPS) CODE) STORED (INSPECT PPS SYSTEM CONNECTORS). *PE UPDATED 5/22/09. *PE UPDATED 4/22/13. *PE
CHEVROLET, GMC
Reported code forms B0081
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B0081 in the Sensing and Diagnostic Module and Passenger Presence Sensor modules.…
Check vehicle applicability
177A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Buick | ENCLAVE | 2009 |
| Buick | LACROSSE | 2007 |
| Buick | LACROSSE | 2006 |
| Buick | LACROSSE | 2005 |
| Buick | LUCERNE | 2010 |
| Buick | LUCERNE | 2009 |
| Buick | LUCERNE | 2008 |
| Buick | LUCERNE | 2007 |
| Buick | LUCERNE | 2006 |
| Buick | VERANO | 2017 |
| Buick | VERANO | 2016 |
| Buick | VERANO | 2015 |
Before replacing a part
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Can I keep driving?
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