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B0028 on NISSAN ALTIMA

Right Side Airbag Deployment Control

NHTSA Reports
4
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2013, 2015
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What B0028 Means on Your NISSAN ALTIMA

B0028 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Right Side Airbag Deployment Control. This code relates to the body electrical system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2015. Most reports come from the 2013, 2015 model years. The most commonly reported component is Air Bags (100.0% of reports).

Real NISSAN ALTIMA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Hi, i am an owner of a nissan altima 2013 s vehicle. recently i noticed that airbag light came on and i took it to the dealership. dealership diagnosed with b0028-13 and said it was a past code and cleared the code. it came back on again while i was driving after a month."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 12/16/2020

"The airbag sign came (code b0028) on at 110000 miles although i haven't been on any accidents for last 12000 miles. when i checked with dealers, they said airbag control module is malfunctioning and need to replace that with right side passenger airbag wires and might cost 2000 or more dollars."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 09/05/2020

"Airbag sign came on at millage 112000 all of a sudden and the passenger occupancy sensor turn off and on intermittently while vehicle is in motion. mechanic are recommending to replace airbag module which might cost couple of thousand dollars."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 10/02/2020

"On my 2015 Nissan Altima, the SRS warning light came on and my dealership advised me that there is an OBD error code of B0028-13 for the Passenger Seat OCS."

— 2015 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 10/17/2022

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3
'13
1
'15

Common Causes on NISSAN ALTIMA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

AIR BAGS 100%

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does B0028 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA?
B0028 indicates: Right Side Airbag Deployment Control. This is a body electrical code. 4 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of B0028 on NISSAN ALTIMA?
Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Air Bags. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is B0028 serious on my NISSAN ALTIMA?
Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN ALTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA shows B0028?
1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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