OBD-II code · Chassis
C0096 4WD/AWD Rear Differential Unit Actuator A Data
Rear differential actuator A data implausible or out of range.
Is it safe to drive with C0096?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyActuator data fault
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 2–6 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Rear Diff Actuator A
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.