OBD-II code · Chassis
C0725 Electric Power Steering Motor Circuit
The EPS assist motor circuit reports an electrical fault.
Is it safe to drive with C0725?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelyMotor winding open
- PossibleShort to ground in motor wiring
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
- 1.5–5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Eps Motor, Eps Control Module, Power Supply Wiring
Related codes
- C0712Power Steering Position Sensor Range/Performance
- C0715Power Steering Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
- C0720Electric Power Steering Torque Sensor Circuit
- C0727Trailer Connector Circuit Malfunction
- C0730Electric Power Steering Motor Position Sensor Circuit
- C0735Electric Power Steering Module Internal Fault
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.