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ChassisC110C

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Electric power steering (EPS) internal fault - general fault

12 brands affected · Description from DFFS 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 steering system. Power steering assistance may be reduced or fail.

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?

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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC110CNo description available Chassis
DaewooC110CNo description available Chassis
DFFSC110CElectric power steering (EPS) internal fault - general fault BrandChassis
GMC110CNo description available Chassis
HoldenC110CNo description available Chassis
IsuzuC110CNo description available Chassis
Land RoverC110CNo description available Chassis
MahindraC110CShorted Solenoid - Dump Front Left BrandChassis
OpelC110CNo description available Chassis
PeugeotC110CNo description available Chassis
SaabC110CNo description available Chassis
SmartC110CNo 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.

5Related codes

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