B1429: Lamp Seat Belt Circuit Short To Ground

What does B1429 mean?

B1429 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating "Lamp Seat Belt Circuit Short To Ground". The ECU is detecting a voltage reading that is below the expected range in the seats circuit. This typically points to a wiring short, a faulty sensor, or a grounding issue.

Symptoms you may notice

• Check engine light (MIL) illuminated on dashboard
• Intermittent warning lights
• Erratic gauge readings

Common causes

• Damaged or corroded wiring harness
• Loose or disconnected electrical connector
• Failed seats sensor or actuator
• Blown fuse in the related circuit
• Poor ground connection

What should you do?

This code sits in the airbag or seat belt warning circuit rather than in the restraints themselves. The airbags may well be fine, but the light or chime that is supposed to tell you when they are not has stopped working, so you have lost your only warning. It is also an inspection failure in most states. Get it diagnosed rather than assuming the system behind it is healthy.