Fault code lookup

ChassisC003D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Rear Wheel Speed Sensor

21 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: ABS: anti-lock braking, which stops the wheels locking · Stability control: helps stop the car skidding · Wheel speed sensor: measures how fast each wheel turns · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list

1What it means in plain English

A chassis system has a fault, usually ABS, traction control or stability control, but some makes use this range for airbags, electric power steering or park brakes.

2Common causes

  1. Faulty wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged sensor ring or wiring
  3. Faulty ABS module
  4. Low brake fluid
  5. Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the code names an airbag or SRS system, the airbag may not deploy in a crash: have it diagnosed promptly. If it names electric power steering, the assist may fail and the steering can become heavy: stop safely if that happens. If it names the brakes or park brake, have it checked before driving when braking feels abnormal. Otherwise ABS and stability control may be disabled: drive carefully, especially in wet conditions, and have it checked soon.

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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC003DBarometric Pressure Sensor. Sensor C. High Signal BrandChassis
BAIC MotorC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
BYDC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
CheryC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
DaewooC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
DFFSC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
DFFXC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
DFXKC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
EOBDC003DRear wheel speed sensor BrandChassis
GeelyC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
GMC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
Great WallC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
HafeiC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
HoldenC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit BrandChassis
HyundaiC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor SAEChassis
Land RoverC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
OpelC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
PeugeotC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor SAEChassis
SaabC003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
MG (SAIC)C003DRear Wheel Speed Sensor BrandChassis
ToyotaC003DRear wheel speed sensor BrandChassis

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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