OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P215A Vehicle Speed - Wheel Speed Correlation

The vehicle speed signal computed from VSS does not match the wheel-speed signal from ABS within tolerance. One of the two sources is wrong, or there is a tyre-size mismatch.

Is it safe to drive with P215A?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyTyre size mismatch versus calibration
  • PossibleOne sensor drifts or fails

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.3–2.5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Vehicle Speed Sensor, Wheel Speed Sensor

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