OBD-II code · Chassis

C0952 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor Rear Left

The TPMS sensor at the rear left wheel does not transmit a valid signal.

Is it safe to drive with C0952?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelySensor battery depleted
  • PossibleSensor damaged during tire change

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
0.3–1.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
TPMS Sensor Rl, TPMS Module

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