OBD-II code · Chassis

C0074 Requested Driving Torque

Driving torque request from TCS rejected or out of range.

Is it safe to drive with C0074?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

  • Most likelyECM/TCS communication issue

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
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Tcs Module, Ecm

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.