VOLVO
SRS-B009896 - Right Side Restraints Sensor 3. Component Failures. Component internal failure
System
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
9 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
What does this fault code mean?
The supplemental restraint system module (SRS) checks the internal parts of the right rear side impact sensor. The code is stored when the internal parts stop working and the incorrect value has persisted for a while. The cause is a damaged sensor, which then has to be replaced.
Possible causes
- Damaged right rear side impact sensor
What you can do
- 1Read and note the code, clear it, and see whether it returns
- 2Have a workshop replace the right rear side impact sensor and check that the fault has cleared
- 3If the car was built between mid-May and early November 2012, have a workshop also check that the control module has the latest software
- 4Do not work on the airbag system yourself; have a workshop check it
Symptoms you may notice3
- The SRS warning light comes on or behaves abnormally
- An SRS warning message is shown
- A warning symbol and a text message are shown
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.