OBD-II code · Body

B0122 Pedestrian Alert Speaker A

Fault on pedestrian alert speaker A — emits an artificial driving sound at low speed on EVs/hybrids (legally required, e.g. UNECE R138, FMVSS 141).

Is it safe to drive with B0122?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelySpeaker coil open

Symptoms

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

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Pedestrian Alert Speaker A, Speaker Wiring

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