ChassisC1260
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Steering sensor - signal fault
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
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?
Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.
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 18
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chery | C1260 | Steering sensor - signal fault Brand | Chassis |
| Daewoo | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| DFFS | C1260 | ECU operation error Brand | Chassis |
| Ford | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| GM | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Holden | C1260 | Power Transfer Unit Clutch Position Sensor Circuit High Voltage Brand | Chassis |
| Honda | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Hyundai | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Land Rover | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Maserati | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Mazda | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Mitsubishi | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Opel | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Peugeot | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Proton | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Saab | C1260 | No description available | Chassis |
| Suzuki | C1260 | Transfer Oil Temperature Sensor Open Brand | Chassis |
| Tata | C1260 | Steering Angle Sensor: Signal 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 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1260 and may be reported by some scan tools.
6Related codes
Browse Cxxx codes or C126xx codes.