OBD-II code · Chassis
C0526 Steering Angle Sensor Module
Generic fault on the steering angle sensor module.
Is it safe to drive with C0526?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyModule internal 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
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Steering Angle Sensor Module
Related codes
- C0523Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B Intermittent/Erratic
- C0524Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B Correlation
- C0525Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B
- C0527Steering Angle Sensor Module Mechanical
- C0528Steering Angle Sensor Module Range/Performance
- C0529Steering Angle Sensor Module Missing Calibration
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.