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BodyB12FA

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Power steering solenoid control A

9 brands affected · Description from Land Rover data.

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

Safety: This code relates to the steering system. Power steering assistance may be reduced or fail.

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

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have the car recovered. Steering assistance can fail suddenly.

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 9

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooB12FANo description available Body
GMB12FANo description available Body
HoldenB12FAFolding Top Stowage Compartment Lid Left Closed Position Sensor Circuit BrandBody
HondaB12FANo description available Body
Land RoverB12FAPower steering solenoid control A BrandBody
MahindraB12FADriver Door Handle Switch - Short Circuit to Battery or Open BrandBody
OpelB12FANo description available Body
PeugeotB12FANo description available Body
SaabB12FANo 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.

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