What does fault code SRS-00B8 mean?

Diagnostic fault code details for SRS-00B8 (Volvo S60 (2001–2009), Volvo S80 (1999–2006), Volvo V70 (2000–2008)). Repair service at OBD Tuning.

VOLVO

SRS-00B8 - Front right side impact sensor. Internal fault. Intermittent fault

System

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Volvo models this fault code applies to

Applies to the following models:

5 models

S60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)

Show models by year and engine (5)

What does this fault code mean?

The fault is intermittent, meaning it comes and goes, so it may not be present right now. The SRS module has picked up an internal problem in the front right side impact sensor, which can be due to the sensor itself being faulty.

Possible causes

Internal fault in the front right side impact sensor
Faulty side impact sensor

What you can do

1If you can read fault codes, write the one shown down before you drive the car
2Have a workshop try a new front right side impact sensor
3After the replacement, a workshop should check that the fault code does not return
4Work on the SRS system belongs to a workshop

Symptoms you may notice1

SRS warning lamp lit

What the fault can affect1

The crash protection system may fail to work as it should

General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.