OBD-II code · Body

B0123 Pedestrian Alert Speaker B

Fault on pedestrian alert speaker B (second/redundant speaker).

Is it safe to drive with B0123?

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 B, Speaker Wiring

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