ChassisC0161

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

ABS brake switch circuit

11 brands affected · Description from GM data.

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

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

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?

Caution · drive with care

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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 11

Brand	Code	Description	System
BYD	C0161	ABS brake lamp switch circuit fault Brand	Chassis
Chery	C0161	Brake light switch wire failure Brand	Chassis
Daewoo	C0161	Brake Switch Circuit Open Brand	Chassis
GM	C0161	ABS brake switch circuit Brand	Chassis
Holden	C0161	Antilock Braking System Brake Switch Circuit Brand	Chassis
Hyundai	C0161	No description available	Chassis
Isuzu	C0161	No description available	Chassis
Opel	C0161	ABS brake switch circuit Brand	Chassis
Peugeot	C0161	No description available	Chassis
Saab	C0161	ABS Brake Switch Circuit Brand	Chassis
Tata	C0161	No description available	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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C0161 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	C016100	offset failure pressure sensor rear left Brand	Chassis
SsangYong	C016100	Brake switch circuit error Brand	Chassis

6Related codes

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