OBD-II code · Chassis
C0527 Steering Angle Sensor Module Mechanical
Mechanical fault on the steering angle sensor — encoder disc damaged or sensor housing loose on the column.
Is it safe to drive with C0527?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyEncoder disc damaged
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
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.