Serious — S4Ford Escape · mid/range tier
B0048 on Ford Escape
The B0048 diagnostic trouble code on a Ford Escape indicates third row right side airbag deployment control. For Ford vehicles, this code is commonly triggered by faulty airbag module — most common cause, test before replacing or damaged or corroded wiring/connector in the airbag/srs (supplemental restraint) system circuit.
Can You Still Drive?
Drive to a shop soon. Risk of damage if ignored.
Estimated Repair Cost
$100 – $2,000
for Ford Escape
Common on This Vehicle?
The B0048 code is relatively common on Ford vehicles and often appears alongside other diagnostic codes.
Repair Costs for B0048 on Ford Escape
These repairs are commonly needed to resolve the B0048 code on a Ford Escape:
See all repair costs for Ford Escape →Symptoms on Ford Escape
- •Check Engine Light illuminated
- •Seat belt pretensioner may not deploy in a collision
- •Airbag/SRS warning light on — airbags may be disabled
- •Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) stored in module memory
Common Causes
- •Faulty airbag module — most common cause, test before replacing
- •Damaged or corroded wiring/connector in the airbag/SRS (supplemental restraint) system circuit
- •Blown fuse or faulty relay for the airbag/SRS (supplemental restraint) system
- •Poor ground connection — check and clean all related ground points
- •Control module fault — rare but possible, only consider after ruling out simpler causes