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2024 TESLA MODEL 3

Performance Dual Motor AWDAWDAUTOMATICev
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs89Labor371Torque4142Fluid8DTC557Battery0Maintenance0Recalls4
B0015critical severityBody

Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground

on 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance Dual Motor AWD · AWD

What this code means

A short to ground detected in the passenger side airbag deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Potential unintended deployment

Common causes

  • Damaged wiring insulation
  • Water intrusion
  • Pinched wire
  • Corroded connector pins

Diagnostic steps

  1. Disconnect battery first
  2. Inspect wiring insulation
  3. Check for moisture in connectors
  4. Measure isolation resistance

Repair notes

Repair the short to ground. Check for water intrusion in door or B-pillar area.

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