OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0551 Power Steering Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
The PS pressure sensor signal stays in electrical range but is implausible for the operating state, e.g. high pressure reported with the wheels straight.
Is it safe to drive with P0551?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor drift or contamination
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
- Less likelySensor mounting loose - signal damping
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Power Steering Pressure Sensor
Related codes
- C0715Power Steering Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
- P0550Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit
- P054EIdle Control System Fuel Quantity Lower Than Expected
- P054FIdle Control System Fuel Quantity Higher Than Expected
- P0552Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Input
- P0553Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
- P0554Power Steering Pressure Sensor Intermittent
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.