OBD-II code · Chassis

C0612 Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit High

Right EPB actuator control voltage above expected range. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.

Is it safe to drive with C0612?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyWiring shorted to battery
  • Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
  • Less likelySupply wire pinched against B+ source

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
Parts involved
Right Epb Actuator

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