OBD-II code · Chassis
C0460 Steering Position Signal Implausible
Steering angle signal is implausible compared with yaw rate, lateral acceleration and wheel speeds.
Is it safe to drive with C0460?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- PossibleWheel alignment off after impact
- PossibleSensor drift
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
- 0.5–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Steering Angle Sensor, Yaw Rate Sensor, ABS Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.