B0012
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
2004-2007 Buick Rainier 4.2L I6 🇨🇦
Critical SeverityBody
Description
A short to ground was detected in the driver side airbag deployment circuit. This could cause unintended airbag deployment.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Possible unintended deployment risk
Common Causes
- Damaged wiring insulation
- Water intrusion into connector
- Pinched wire in seat mechanism
- Faulty airbag module
Diagnostic Steps
- Disconnect battery and wait 10 minutes
- Inspect wiring for insulation damage
- Check for water in connectors
- Measure circuit isolation to ground
Repair Notes
Repair shorted wiring immediately. This is a safety concern as it could cause unintended deployment.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0003Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0004Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0005Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0006Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0007Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0008Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
- B0011Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
B0012 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B0012 mean on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?
B0012 stands for "Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground". A short to ground was detected in the driver side airbag deployment circuit. This could cause unintended airbag deployment.
What are the symptoms of B0012 on a Buick Rainier?
Common symptoms of B0012 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Possible unintended deployment risk.
What causes B0012 on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?
Common causes of B0012 include: Damaged wiring insulation, Water intrusion into connector, Pinched wire in seat mechanism, Faulty airbag module.