OBD-II code · Body
B0092 Side Impact Sensor Left Front Malfunction
The SRS module reports that the left front side impact sensor is malfunctioning. Side airbag deployment may not occur correctly in a side crash.
Is it safe to drive with B0092?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor internal failure
- PossibleCorroded sensor connector in door
- PossibleWater intrusion through door seal
Symptoms
- Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
- Comfort or safety function impaired
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Left Front Side Impact Sensor, Srs Control Module
Related codes
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- B0090Driver Side Pretensioner Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0091Passenger Side Pretensioner Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0093Side Impact Sensor Left Front Communication Lost
- B0094Side Impact Sensor Right Front Malfunction
- B0095Occupant Classification System Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.