B0001 on HONDA CIVIC
What B0001 Means on Your HONDA CIVIC
Real HONDA CIVIC Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"The airbag light comes on sporadically - almost all of the time when it's cold, and then on/off when it is warmer. Throws the code B0001-13 - Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator."
"B0001-13 a known defective airbag issue with no repair in sight according to other civic owners."
"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Civic. The contact stated that on several occasions, the check air bag system warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was placed on a diagnostic machine and produced code: B0001-13."
"Check air bag system light came on randomly. stayed on for majority of time. dealership ran diagnostics and found code b0001-13 replace cable reel. notes in repair showed "increased tension in reel" reel was replaced car was returned without working horn or controls on steering wheel working."
"Tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda civic. while driving, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the contact was concerned that the air bag might not deploy in the event of a crash."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of B0001 on HONDA CIVIC
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
Complaint Trend by Year
What To Do Next
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Get a proper diagnosis
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