B0051
Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment Circuit
2016-2016 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6 EcoBoost
Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)
The 2016 Ford Explorer is equipped with a 3.5L V6 turbocharged gasoline engine. Below you'll find detailed b0051 diagnostic code information including labor time estimates, cost ranges, and technician notes specific to this engine configuration.
Description
Malfunction in passenger seat belt pretensioner.
Symptoms
- Airbag/seatbelt light on
Common Causes
- Faulty pretensioner
- Wiring
- Previously deployed
Diagnostic Steps
- Scan codes
- Inspect pretensioner
Repair Notes
Professional service.
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
- B0009Rear Center Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0051 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B0051 mean on a 2016-2016 Ford Explorer?
B0051 stands for "Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment Circuit". Malfunction in passenger seat belt pretensioner.
What are the symptoms of B0051 on a Ford Explorer?
Common symptoms of B0051 include: Airbag/seatbelt light on.
What causes B0051 on a 2016-2016 Ford Explorer?
Common causes of B0051 include: Faulty pretensioner, Wiring, Previously deployed.
Last updated: March 2026
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