OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2583 Cruise Control Front Distance Range Sensor Single Sensor or Center

General fault on the radar/lidar/camera distance-range sensor used by adaptive cruise control. On systems with a single sensor or three sensors with a center unit, this code refers to the central sensor — without it, ACC distance control is disabled and the system falls back to plain cruise.

Is it safe to drive with P2583?

Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.

Common causes

  • Most likelyDirty sensor surface (radar emblem / camera lens)
  • PossibleSensor misaligned after a frontal impact
  • Less likelyFailed sensor module

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.5–3.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Acc Radar Sensor, Acc Camera Sensor

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