B0091critical severityBody
SRS Crash Event Data Stored
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The SRS control module has recorded a crash deployment event. The module stores crash data when airbags or pretensioners have been deployed.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS system disabled
- Deployed airbags visible
- Pretensioners fired
Common causes
- Vehicle was in a crash with airbag deployment
- Pretensioner deployment occurred
- Electrical spike mimicked crash signal
Diagnostic steps
- Read crash event data from ACM
- Inspect all deployed restraint components
- Check for structural damage
- Document deployment status of all devices
Repair notes
Replace ACM after crash event. Module cannot be reused once crash data is stored. Replace all deployed airbags and pretensioners.
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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