Front Impact Sensor Performance
2007-2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L I4
Description
The front impact sensor output does not meet expected performance criteria during self-test.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS self-test failure
- No driving symptoms
Common Causes
- Sensor internal failure
- Sensor miscalibrated
- Mounting surface damaged
- Sensor exposed to excessive vibration
Diagnostic Steps
- Read SRS freeze frame data
- Compare sensor output to specification
- Check sensor mounting surface
- Inspect for physical damage to sensor
Repair Notes
Replace front impact sensor. Ensure mounting surface is flat and undamaged.
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
B0032 on Other Vehicles
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1995-1998 1.6L I4 GA16DE
Nissan 200SX SE-R
1995-1998 2.0L I4 SR20DE
Nissan 240SX
1995-1998 2.4L I4 KA24DE
Nissan 300ZX
1990-1996 3.0L V6 VG30DE
Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo
1990-1996 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 VG30DETT
Nissan 350Z
2003-2006 3.5L V6 VQ35DE
Nissan 350Z
2007-2009 3.5L V6 VQ35HR
Nissan 370Z
2009-2020 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR
Common Questions
What does code B0032 mean on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
B0032 stands for "Front Impact Sensor Performance". The front impact sensor output does not meet expected performance criteria during self-test.
What are the symptoms of B0032 on a Nissan Altima?
Common symptoms of B0032 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS self-test failure, No driving symptoms.
What causes B0032 on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
Common causes of B0032 include: Sensor internal failure, Sensor miscalibrated, Mounting surface damaged, Sensor exposed to excessive vibration.