OBD-II code · Network
U0428 Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor Module
The Steering Angle Sensor Module is present on the data bus but the values it reports are implausible — out of range, frozen, or failing the checksum or rolling-count check. The receiving modules reject the data. Stability control loses a trustworthy steering-angle value and usually disables ESC. Causes include a faulty sensor feeding the module, internal computation errors, a software or calibration mismatch after a repair, or bus interference corrupting the frames.
Is it safe to drive with U0428?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelySteering torque sensor drift
- PossibleEPS calibration lost (after battery disconnect or alignment)
- Less likelyGateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly
Symptoms
- Multiple warning lights may illuminate
- Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
- Specific functions inoperative depending on module
- Diagnostic tools may show communication faults
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–4 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Power Steering Module, Steering Angle Sensor
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.