OBD-II code · Body
B0033 Right Side Deployment Stage 1 Loop Short to Ground
The deployment loop for the right side airbag stage 1 is shorted to ground; deployment is inhibited.
Is it safe to drive with B0033?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelyChafed wiring contacts metal
- PossibleWater intrusion at connector
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
- 0.8–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Passenger Side Airbag, Srs Seat Wiring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.