ErrorFindly
0x0000013BBSODCritical

0x0000013B — Passive Interrupt Error | Blue Screen Fix Guide

PASSIVE_INTERRUPT_ERROR

Windows 10Windows 11

What Does 0x0000013B Mean?

A passive-level interrupt service routine returned an error indicating a driver violation.

Real-World Causes

  1. 1Driver passive interrupt handling error
  2. 2KMDF driver bug
  3. 3Interrupt management error

Symptoms

  • ⚠Blue screen with stop code PASSIVE_INTERRUPT_ERROR
  • ⚠System reboots unexpectedly
  • ⚠Possible data loss from unsaved work

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Run System File Checker (sfc /scannow)
  3. 3Check Windows Update
  4. 4Run DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Analyze minidump with WinDbg
  2. 2Check Event Viewer for correlated errors
  3. 3Use Process Monitor to trace system activity
  4. 4Perform clean boot to isolate the cause

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes PASSIVE_INTERRUPT_ERROR?
A passive-level interrupt service routine returned an error indicating a driver violation.
Can I fix Passive Interrupt Error myself?
In many cases yes. Start with basic troubleshooting like restarting, updating drivers, and running System File Checker. If the issue persists, advanced analysis of crash dumps may be needed.

Related Error Codes

0x0000000AIRQL not Less or Equal0x000000D1Driver IRQL not Less or Equal

About the Author

Windows Troubleshooting Team

Verified against official Microsoft documentation and real-world diagnostic data. Error behavior confirmed across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.