BodyB11AE

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Electronic steering column lock (ESCL) internal LIN fault

4 brands affected · Description from DFFS data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to the steering system. Steering effort may increase.

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 4

Brand	Code	Description	System
DFFS	B11AE	Electronic steering column lock (ESCL) internal LIN fault Brand	Body
Land Rover	B11AE	No description available	Body
Mahindra	B11AE	Rear LH seat belt indication short to batt Brand	Body
Peugeot	B11AE	No description available	Body

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B11AE and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	B11AE00	Defective PTL motor Brand	Body

6Related codes

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