B0064high severityBody
Child Seat Detection Circuit
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the child seat detection system. This system uses the occupancy sensor or a dedicated transponder to detect a child restraint system.
Symptoms
- Child seat indicator malfunction
- Airbag light on
- Airbag may deploy when child seat is installed
- Child restraint not detected
Common causes
- Faulty child seat detection transponder
- OCS sensor mat failure
- Wiring issue
- Non-compatible child seat
Diagnostic steps
- Scan SRS codes
- Test child seat detection with compatible seat
- Check OCS sensor readings
- Inspect under-seat wiring
Repair notes
Replace OCS mat or child seat detection transponder. Ensure child seat compatibility.
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B0001
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B0002
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B0003
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B0004
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B0005
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B0006
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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