The control module detected a fault associated with the Second Row Right Side Airbag Deployment Control circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14
B0038 Second Row Right Side Airbag Deployment Control
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What B0038 means
Related and nearby codes
How to read B0038
Body: airbags, comfort and cabin systems.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about B0038
What does B0038 mean?
Second Row Right Side Airbag Deployment Control. The control module detected a fault associated with the Second Row Right Side Airbag Deployment Control circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
Is B0038 generic or manufacturer-specific?
B0038 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove B0038 at file level?
Not guaranteed. Powertrain (P) codes can be reliably disabled in the ECU calibration, but body, chassis and network codes depend on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether B0038 is removable in your case.
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