OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P0415 Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve B Circuit

Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve B Circuit: an electrical fault is present in the circuit.

Is it safe to drive with P0415?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelySolenoid fault

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–2.5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Secondary Air Injection Valve

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