B1057critical severityBody
Driver Airbag (Inflator) System Malfunction
on 2018 Honda Accord 1.5L I4 Turbo · FWD
What this code means
The SRS module detects a fault in the driver airbag inflator circuit, often an open or high resistance. No direct OBD P-code equivalent exists for this manufacturer-specific SRS code.
Symptoms
- SRS warning light on
- Airbag may not deploy
- Fault stored in SRS module
Common causes
- Faulty driver airbag inflator
- Open in airbag circuit wiring
- Corroded clockspring connector
- Damaged clockspring
Diagnostic steps
- Scan SRS module for codes
- Inspect clockspring and connectors
- Measure inflator circuit resistance
- Replace faulty component
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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