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ChassisC1399

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Drive test incomplete

13 brands affected · Description from BYD 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

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 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
CheryC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
DFFSC1399Hill start assist device BrandChassis
DFFXC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
GeelyC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
Great WallC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
HafeiC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
MitsubishiC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
PeugeotC1399No description available Chassis
ProtonC1399Drive test incomplete BrandChassis
MG (SAIC)C1399Drive test not completed BrandChassis
SmartC1399No description available Chassis
SuzukiC1399No 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 C1399 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
PorscheC1399F0No description available Chassis
VolkswagenC1399F0Brake application mode active BrandChassis

6Related codes

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