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2016 JEEP WRANGLER

3.6L V64WDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B2402moderate severityBody

Blind Spot Monitor Sensor Circuit

on 2016 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 · 4WD

What this code means

Malfunction in the blind spot monitoring (BSM) radar sensor, typically mounted in the rear bumper.

Symptoms

  • Blind spot indicators not illuminating
  • BSM warning light on dashboard
  • System unavailable message
  • False blind spot alerts

Common causes

  • Faulty BSM radar sensor
  • Sensor obstructed by bumper damage or dirt
  • Sensor misaligned after rear collision
  • Wiring damage
  • Aftermarket trailer hitch blocking sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Clean rear bumper in sensor area
  2. Inspect for bumper damage near sensors
  3. Check sensor wiring
  4. Scan BSM module for codes
  5. Verify no aftermarket accessories blocking sensor

Repair notes

Replace BSM sensor or repair wiring. Recalibrate after replacement. Check for bumper damage blocking sensor field of view.

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