OBD-II code · Body
B0501 Passenger Power Window Circuit Malfunction
A fault has been detected in the passenger power window circuit.
Is it safe to drive with B0501?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyWindow motor failed
- PossibleDirty switch contacts
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
- 1–3.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Passenger Window Motor, Passenger Window Switch, Door Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.