Code Definition

B1958 — Seat Recline Forward/Backward Potentiometer Feedback Circuit Failure

System: Body  |  Type: Manufacturer-Specific  |  Make: Ford

About B1958

B1958 is a manufacturer-specific body diagnostic trouble code recorded for Ford vehicles. It belongs to the B-prefix family of codes, which covers body, interior, airbag, or comfort-electronics faults.

When B1958 is stored, the module has detected an electrical-circuit fault in the wiring, connector, or driver associated with the named component.

Scanning & clearing: Body (B) codes are often stored in the body control module, airbag module, or climate module. A basic OBD-II tool usually will not read body codes — an enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is typically required.

B1958 is a manufacturer-specific code. The same code string on a different make may have a different meaning. Always confirm the code's definition against the vehicle's service information for the specific make and model under test.

Code Information

The B1958 code is set when the Driver Seat Module (DSM) or seat memory module detects a failure in the feedback signal from the recline forward/backward potentiometer. This potentiometer rides with the seatback recline mechanism and reports the current angular position of the seatback to the module, which uses the value to drive memory recall, prevent travel past mechanical limits, and coordinate motion with other axes. When the module sees no signal, a signal stuck at the supply rail, or a signal that does not respond when the recline motor is commanded, the fault is set. With this code prese...

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