OBD-II code · Body

B002A Right Curtain Deployment Control 2

Fault on the second deployment circuit of the right side curtain airbag. Curtain airbags deploy along the side glass to protect head and neck in a side or rollover crash.

Is it safe to drive with B002A?

Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.

Common causes

  • Most likelyCurtain squib circuit open

Symptoms

  • Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
  • Comfort or safety function impaired

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1–4 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Right Curtain Airbag, Squib Circuit

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.