B0081 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX
What B0081 Means on Your CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Real CHEVROLET EQUINOX Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"The front seat passenger air bag will not come on when someone sits in the seat. i get a service air bag system on the driver info center. took to dealer was told computer shows codes b0081 and b0074. was told passenger presence system, namely the seat sensor was bad and needed to be replaced."
"Code b0081 passenger presence module erratic. seems like a common problem caused by faulty design."
"The light indicating the passenger airbag is armed doesn't go on anymore. i had this diagnosed and the code b0081 shows up indicating a faulty passenger presence module. with the module not sensing a passenger, the air bag probably will not deploy in the event of a crash."
"Service air bag light is on and constant, preventing passenger air bag function. retrieved codes are: b0081, b1370 and b0074. needs passenger presence module part # 19207140 @ $533.33 plus labor and tax. i believe this part should not fail, especially when the passenger seat is used infrequently."
"Airbag warning light on - took to mechanic yesterday and they found the following "b0074 & b0081 set. diagnosed and found passenger presence module internally failed". they told me it's a 800+ repair."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of B0081 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
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What To Do Next
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Get a proper diagnosis
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