U0153Lost Communication With Side Restraints Control Module Right
- Generic OBD-II code · Network
- How the car detects it
- U0153 means the airbag system no longer hears from the separate control module for the right-side restraints. Some vehicles split the job: a central airbag unit plus side units that evaluate side impact sensors and fire side or curtain bags. When the right unit's periodic messages stop, the receiving modules store U0153, in the same way GM's U0100-U02FF logic treats any silent node. No manufacturer documents U0153 publicly; GM's list stops at U0151 for its single sensing and diagnostic module. U0152 is the left-hand twin, U0151 the main restraints module. The airbag warning lamp comes on and side protection on the right may be unavailable; no MIL. Work on airbag components belongs in a workshop.
- What you may notice
- Airbag warning lamp on
- Right side or curtain airbag may not deploy
- Scan tool cannot reach the right side module
- Likely causes
- LikelyLoose or corroded connector at the right side module (B-pillar or under the seat)
- PossiblePower or ground of the right side module missing
- PossibleBus wiring damaged after seat or trim work
- RareRight side restraints module faulty
- Repair
- Workshop only · Usually a job for a workshop.Typical cost: €100 – €900
- Related codes
Explanation from obdex (CC0), exactly as the app shows it. Guidance only; confirm with a workshop.