OBD-II code · Body
B0561 Driver Power Seat Up/Down Circuit
A fault is detected in the up/down motor circuit of the driver power seat.
Is it safe to drive with B0561?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyLift motor failed
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
- Driver Seat Lift Motor, Seat Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.