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PowertrainP0572

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake Switch A Circuit Low

31 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

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

1What it means in plain English

This range covers vehicle speed, idle and oil-pressure control, charging-system voltage, and brake-switch circuits.

2Common causes

  1. Carbon build-up in the throttle body
  2. Faulty idle air control valve
  3. Faulty vehicle speed sensor
  4. Faulty charging system or weak battery
  5. Wiring or connector fault

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 31

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BMWP0572Cruise Control/Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP0572Brake pedal switch system BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0572Bremsebryter 'A'-krets lav BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0572Brake Switch Circuit 1 Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0572Brake switch A - circuit low BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0572Brake switch low BrandPowertrain
OpelP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP0572Brake pedal switch system BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0572Brake switch low BrandPowertrain
SaabP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0572Brake Switch 'A' Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
TataP0572Brake Switch 'A' Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0572Brake Switch A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0572Brake light switch -F BrandPowertrain

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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0572 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
VolkswagenP057200Fault finding BrandPowertrain

6Related codes

  • P0570 Cruise Control Accelerate Signal
  • P0571 Brake Switch A Circuit
  • P0573 Brake Switch A Circuit High
  • P0574 Cruise Control System - Vehicle Speed Too High
  • P0575 Cruise Control Input Circuit
  • P0576 Cruise Control Input Circuit Low
  • P0577 Cruise Control Input Circuit High
  • P0578 Cruise Control Multi-Function Input A Circuit Stuck
  • P0579 Cruise Control Multi-Function Input A Circuit Range/Performance
  • P057A Brake pedal position sensor 'A' circuit/open
  • P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
  • P057C Brake Pedal Position Sensor A Circuit Low

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