B0061high severityBody
Passenger Seat Occupancy Classification
on 2011 Dodge Charger 5.7L V8 Hemi · AWD
What this code means
The passenger seat occupancy classification system is reporting an incorrect or out-of-range value.
Symptoms
- Passenger airbag OFF indicator behaves erratically
- Airbag light on
- Airbag may not deploy for passenger
- Small adult may trigger child classification
Common causes
- Faulty occupant classification sensor (OCS)
- Seat foam deterioration above sensor
- Heavy object on seat confusing sensor
- Wiring issue under seat
- Aftermarket seat cover interfering
Diagnostic steps
- Scan SRS codes
- Check seat occupancy sensor readings with scan tool
- Remove aftermarket seat covers
- Inspect wiring under seat
- Test sensor mat response with known weight
Repair notes
Replace occupant classification sensor mat. Remove aftermarket seat covers that may affect sensor readings.
Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit