OBD-II code · Chassis
C0745 Electric Power Steering Overtemperature Protection
The EPS module has reduced or disabled assistance to protect the motor from overheating, typically after extended low-speed manoeuvring.
Is it safe to drive with C0745?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyProlonged low-speed operation (e.g. parking)
- Less likelyMotor thermal sensor drift
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0–1 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Eps Motor, Eps Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.