OBD-II code · Body
B0096 Side Impact Sensor Left Rear Malfunction
The left rear side impact sensor is reporting a fault.
Is it safe to drive with B0096?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor failure
- PossibleWater in connector
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 Rear Side Impact Sensor, Srs Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.