Code
B1927
Other
B — Body
Passenger Side Airbag Fault
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Open or short in passenger airbag squib wiring
- Poor/loose corroded connector at airbag module or SRS control module
- Failed passenger airbag (squib) or inflator
- Faulty SRS (airbag) control module or internal fault
- Faulty seat occupancy / passenger presence sensor or related harness
- Damage from previous repair, water ingress, or impact
Symptoms
- SRS / airbag warning lamp illuminated or flashing
- Passenger airbag disabled or “off” indicator may be lit (vehicle dependent)
- Possible stored SRS fault codes and freeze‑frame data
- No other visible crash symptoms unless caused by wiring damage
What to check
- Read SRS codes and freeze‑frame with a capable scan tool; record all SRS codes
- Confirm SRS warning lamp behavior (steady vs. flashing) and any passenger airbag status indicator
- Visually inspect passenger airbag connector(s), wiring harness under dash and in passenger seat area for damage, corrosion, or loose pins
- Inspect passenger presence / occupancy sensor (seat) connections if vehicle equipped
- Check for recent collision repairs or water/moisture exposure in passenger area
Signal parameters
- Airbag squib circuit resistance (with battery disconnected and connector unplugged): expected low resistance (typically a few ohms) — an open/infinite or very high value indicates an open circuit
- Short to battery or ground: measured near 0 ohms indicates a short condition
- SRS module supply/reference voltage: battery voltage present at module power/ground pins when key on
- SRS diagnostic status and readiness flags as reported by scan tool
- Freeze‑frame: vehicle conditions when code set (voltage, seat occupancy, crash detection flags)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Safety first: follow OEM SRS safety procedures. Disable vehicle battery per manufacturer instructions and wait the required time before touching SRS components.
- Connect a capable scan tool and retrieve all SRS DTCs and freeze‑frame data. Note related B‑ or U‑codes and any passenger presence codes.
- Clear codes, perform an ignition cycle, and see if B1927 returns to confirm persistent fault.
- Visually inspect passenger airbag module connector(s) (dash/seat), harness routing, and connectors for damage, corrosion, bent pins, or loose terminals.
- Inspect passenger seat occupancy sensor connectors and wiring (if equipped) as related faults can affect passenger airbag circuits.
- With battery disconnected and following OEM procedures, measure squib circuit resistance at the airbag connector and at the SRS module connector (compare values and watch for opens/shorts). Only measure with module disconnected and follow safety guidance.
- If open/short present, trace and repair wiring or replace damaged connector(s).
- If wiring and connectors are good but squib shows abnormal resistance, replace the passenger airbag (module/inflator) only per OEM replacement rules.
- If circuits and airbag unit are within spec but fault persists, consider SRS control module fault — verify module power/ground and communications, then replace or reprogram module per OEM instructions.
- After repairs, clear codes, perform SRS system checks with scan tool, and verify warning lamp extinguished and no return of B1927.
Likely causes
- Wiring harness damage or disconnected connector at passenger airbag
- Corroded/poor connector contact at airbag or SRS module
- Passenger airbag squib failure or internal short
- Fault in passenger presence/weight sensor causing related fault
- SRS control module reporting sensor/circuit diagnostic failure
Fault status
Status
Passenger-side airbag circuit fault detected. SRS warning lamp illuminated; passenger airbag may be disabled until repaired.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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