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ChassisC154A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) - Left electric caliper mechanical failure

8 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 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

  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

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 8

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooC154ANo description available Chassis
DFFSC154AElectronic Parking Brake (EPB) - Left electric caliper mechanical failure BrandChassis
GMC154ANo description available Chassis
HoldenC154ANo description available Chassis
OpelC154ANo description available Chassis
PeugeotC154ANo description available Chassis
SaabC154ANo description available Chassis
SuzukiC154ANo 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 4

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C154A and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC154A08Der Beschleunigungssensor vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein Signalfehler vor oder die Botschaft ist fehlerhaft. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC154A09Der Beschleunigungssensor vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein Bauteilfehler vor. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC154A28Der Beschleunigungssensor vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Signal-Offset ist außerhalb des zulässigen Bereiches. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC154A64Der Beschleunigungssensor vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein unplausibles Signal vor. BrandChassis

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