CC-ID-279high severityBody
Driver's Seat Not Locked in Position
on 2021 BMW i3 Range Extender · RWD
What this code means
The driver's seat is not securely latched to its floor rail mounting. This is raised by the seat/body control system monitoring seat locking status.
Symptoms
- Seat moves or slides unexpectedly
- Warning message on startup
- Seat feels loose when adjusting
Common causes
- Seat not fully engaged after adjustment
- Faulty seat rail lock sensor
- Debris blocking the seat rail latch
- Damaged seat mounting mechanism
Diagnostic steps
- Slide seat until it locks firmly into position
- Inspect seat rails for obstructions
- Check seat lock sensor and wiring
- Scan body control module for faults
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Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0009
Rear Center Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment