What B0014 means
The SRS module has detected a fault in the driver knee airbag deployment control circuit.
How the engine computer detects it
The knee airbag may not deploy in a crash event.
Written from public technical sources and not yet checked by a mechanic. How we write these pages
Symptoms
- Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
- Comfort or safety function impaired
Common causes
- Squib circuit open or shorted Most likely
- Airbag connector loose Possible
How to diagnose B0014
- Read every stored code with an OBD-II scanner. If misfire or fuel trim codes are there too, fix those first: they often cause this one.
- Inspect the parts involved: knee airbag module, srs control module, srs wiring.
- Work through the causes above from most to least likely, cheapest checks first.
- Clear the code and drive a full drive cycle to confirm the repair held.
Vehicles that report B0014 most
| Vehicle | Years | Reports | Share | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2010–2012 | 4 | 47k |
Counts of owner complaints to the NHTSA that mention B0014 (18 in total), not failure rates: popular models get more complaints simply because more of them are on the road. Models with fewer than 3 complaints are left out.
Reading the code
- B
- Body
- 0
- Generic (SAE) code
- 014
- Specific fault
Questions drivers ask
Can I drive with code B0014?
The car drives normally, but with the airbag light on some airbags or seatbelt pretensioners may not work in a crash. Get the system checked soon, and leave airbag parts to a shop: they can deploy and injure you.
This page is general information, not a substitute for a professional diagnosis. Repair costs are rough estimates for parts and labor and vary by vehicle and region.