OBD-II code · Chassis
C0038 Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Supply
Fault on left rear wheel speed sensor supply circuit. Wheel-speed signals feed ABS, ESC, traction control, transmission and odometer — a single dropped signal disables all of these safety functions until repaired.
Is it safe to drive with C0038?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySupply wiring fault
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Lr Wss, Sensor Supply
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.