OBD-II code · Chassis
C0070 Vehicle Speed Sensor Circuit
The chassis controller detects a fault in the dedicated vehicle speed sensor circuit (when present in addition to wheel speed sensors).
Is it safe to drive with C0070?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor failed
- PossibleWiring open
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
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Vehicle Speed Sensor, Sensor Wiring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.