VOLVO
SRS-0041 - Right front side impact protection (SIPS) bag. Signal too low. Intermittent fault
System
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
This fault code has different meanings depending on model, model year or engine. Select the meaning that applies to your car.
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsS60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
What does this fault code mean?
The fault code is intermittent, meaning it comes and goes. It concerns the front right side airbag, where the signal is too low. The fault is a short-circuit to ground, either in the igniter wire or in the connectors to the SRS module, or in the side airbag itself.
Possible causes
- Short-circuit to ground in the igniter wire or connectors between the front right side airbag and the SRS module
- Short-circuit to ground in the front right side airbag
What you can do
- 1Read the code, clear it and road test the car to see whether it comes back
- 2Have a workshop check that the connectors to the front right side airbag are free of oxidation and have no loose connection
- 3Do not touch the airbag system's wiring yourself; a workshop should carry out the check and repairs
Symptoms you may notice1
- SRS warning lamp lit
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.