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2018 MAZDA MAZDA3

2.5L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0041critical severityBody

Side Crash Sensor Communication Error - Left

on 2018 Mazda Mazda3 2.5L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Communication loss between the left side crash sensor and the airbag control module.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS code stored
  • Left side airbag protection degraded

Common causes

  • Damaged wiring in door or B-pillar
  • Faulty sensor
  • ACM bus fault
  • Door harness disconnect

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan SRS codes
  2. Check B-pillar connector
  3. Inspect door-to-body wiring
  4. Test sensor bus communication

Repair notes

Repair wiring or replace left side crash sensor.

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