U0179Lost Communication With supplementary restraint system (SRS) sensor J
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
U · NetworkNetworkOBD2
What U0179 means
U0179
Lost Communication With supplementary restraint system (SRS) sensor J
Generic · network
Data confidence78%
The control module stopped receiving expected network messages from the supplementary restraint system (SRS) sensor J node on the vehicle communication bus.
Symptoms
Multiple warning lamps possible
Functions of the affected module unavailable
Possible causes
CAN bus wiring fault (open, short, chafed harness)
Faulty control module loading the bus
Connector or terminal corrosion
Power supply or ground fault of a module
Recommended checks
Perform a full-module scan to map which modules communicate
Check CAN bus resistance and voltages at the diagnostic connector
Inspect wiring and connectors of the affected module
Check module power supply and grounds
Disconnect suspect modules one at a time only with a documented procedure
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
179
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about U0179
What does U0179 mean?
Lost Communication With supplementary restraint system (SRS) sensor J. The control module stopped receiving expected network messages from the supplementary restraint system (SRS) sensor J node on the vehicle communication bus.
Is U0179 generic or manufacturer-specific?
U0179 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove U0179 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 U0179 is removable in your case.
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