B0096 code meaning
Right Side Restraints Sensor 1
What B0096 means
B0096 concerns the first crash sensor on the right side, mirror image of B0091. Mitsubishi puts it in the right front door, calls it DOOR SATEL SENS RH and prints the J2012 title beside it; its airbag unit checks the sensor with the ignition on and, after two seconds, stores -11 for a ground short, -81 when data from the sensor stop and -55 for a configuration that does not fit the car, among nine subtypes in total. Honda logs B0096-87 when the first right side impact sensor of a 2016 or 2017 Fit or HR-V goes silent. A door position suits a pressure sensor: Bosch describes how a dent in the door changes the air pressure inside it, turning the whole door into the sensing element. Saab 9-3 and 9-5 models give B0096 to the passenger belt buckle switch circuit instead. The airbag lamp comes on.
B0096 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of B0096
- Airbag warning lamp on, sometimes only after the right front door has been opened or worked on
- Side and curtain airbags on the right may fire late in a side impact
- Safety note: airbag system; disconnect the battery and keep the wait time before removing the door trim, specialist workshop only
Common causes of B0096
- Most likelyChafed wire or poor contact in the door harness between body and right front door
- PossibleInternal fault of the right front door satellite sensor
- Less likelyAirbag unit configuration not matching the vehicle (Mitsubishi subtype -55)
- Less likelyOn Saab 9-3/9-5, passenger belt buckle switch circuit fault (different meaning)
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Right side impact sensor 1SRS wiringSRS control module
What each part of B0096 means
| B | Body system: airbags, seat belts, power seats, lights and climate control. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 96 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note B0096 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about B0096
What does B0096 mean?
B0096 means "Right Side Restraints Sensor 1". B0096 concerns the first crash sensor on the right side, mirror image of B0091. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with B0096?
B0096 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will B0096 fail an emissions test?
B0096 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is B0096 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will B0096 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.