ChassisC0051
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
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
- Faulty wheel speed sensor
- Damaged sensor ring or wiring
- Faulty ABS module
- Low brake fluid
- Wheel bearing damage
3Can I drive?
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 30
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| BAIC Motor | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| BYD | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Chery | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Chrysler | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Daewoo | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Daihatsu | C0051 | Steering sensor signal fault Brand | Chassis |
| DFFS | C0051 | SAS fault Brand | Chassis |
| DFFX | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| DFXK | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| EOBD | C0051 | Ratsensor Brand | Chassis |
| Geely | C0051 | Variable Code Incorrect Brand | Chassis |
| GM | C0051 | Rear ABS motor free spins Brand | Chassis |
| Great Wall | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Hafei | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Holden | C0051 | Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Brand | Chassis |
| Honda | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Hyundai | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Isuzu | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Land Rover | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Maserati | C0051 | Steering Wheel Position Sensor Signal Bias Level Out of Range / Zero Adjustment failure Brand | Chassis |
| Opel | C0051 | Rear ABS motor free spins Brand | Chassis |
| Perodua | C0051 | Steering sensor signal fault Brand | Chassis |
| Peugeot | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Proton | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Saab | C0051 | Rear ABS Motor Free Spins Brand | Chassis |
| MG (SAIC) | C0051 | SAS not calibrated Brand | Chassis |
| Subaru | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Tata | C0051 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance SAE | Chassis |
| Toyota | C0051 | Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) not calibrated Brand | Chassis |
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 3
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C0051 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat | C005154 | This routine must be done if the Brake System Module (BSM) or Electric Power Steering (EPS) is replaced, Brake System Module (BSM) Proxi is written, or if the following DTC is set Brand | Chassis |
| Mahindra | C005154 | Steering Angle Sensor Calibration error Brand | Chassis |
| Mahindra | C005164 | Steering Angle Sensor Plausibility error Brand | Chassis |
6Related codes
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