OBD-II code · Body
B0097 Side Impact Sensor Right Rear Malfunction
The right rear side impact sensor is reporting a malfunction or implausible signal.
Is it safe to drive with B0097?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor failure
- PossibleCorroded sensor 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
- Right Rear Side Impact Sensor, Srs Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.