B0074 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX — Second Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment Control

Q: "What does B0074 mean on a CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"B0074 indicates: Second Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment Control. This is a body electrical code. 6 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of B0074 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"Based on 6 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Air Bags, Air Bags,Seats, Electrical System,Air Bags,Seat Belts. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is B0074 serious on my CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"Of 6 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET EQUINOX, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my CHEVROLET EQUINOX shows B0074?"

"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."

What B0074 Means on Your CHEVROLET EQUINOX

B0074 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Second Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner 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.

6 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2007-2011. Most reports come from the 2009, 2011 model years. The most commonly reported component is Air Bags (66.7% of reports).

Real CHEVROLET EQUINOX Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"The front seat passenger air bag will not come on when someone sits in the seat. i get a service air bag system on the driver info center. took to dealer was told computer shows codes b0081 and b0074. was told passenger presence system, namely the seat sensor was bad and needed to be replaced."

— 2007 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · AIR BAGS,SEATS · Filed 03/05/2018

"Service air bag light is on and constant, preventing passenger air bag function. retrieved codes are: b0081, b1370 and b0074. needs passenger presence module part # 19207140 @ $533.33 plus labor and tax. i believe this part should not fail, especially when the passenger seat is used infrequently."

— 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 07/16/2013

"Airbag warning light on - took to mechanic yesterday and they found the following "b0074 & b0081 set. diagnosed and found passenger presence module internally failed". they told me it's a 800+ repair."

— 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS · Filed 06/05/2015

"Airbag warning light on - took to dealership yesterday and they found the following "b0074 & b0081 set. diagnosed and found passenger presence module internally failed". they told me it's a 800+ repair."

— 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 12/04/2014

"My airbag light keep coming on.it has been doing this since i bought the car 8 years ago. chevy has fixed it before now it is doing the same thing again. it should be recall on the chevy equinox i'm not the only one who is having this problem. when i start the car the airbag light comes on."

— 2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · AIR BAGS · Filed 04/16/2012

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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Common Causes on CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

AIR BAGS 66.7%

AIR BAGS,SEATS 16.7%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS 16.7%

What To Do Next

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
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
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 B0074 mean on a CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

B0074 indicates: Second Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment Control. This is a body electrical code. 6 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of B0074 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

Based on 6 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Air Bags, Air Bags,Seats, Electrical System,Air Bags,Seat Belts. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is B0074 serious on my CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

Of 6 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET EQUINOX, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my CHEVROLET EQUINOX shows B0074? ▾

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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