NetworkU0420E0

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Die Signale INP_PLC_HandsOff_Stat_EPS und INP_EPS_StWhl_Trq vom EPS zeigen einen Fehler an oder sind unplausibel.

1 brand affected · Description from Mercedes-Benz data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to the steering system. Power steering assistance may be reduced or fail.

1What it means in plain English

Control modules in the car cannot communicate with each other over the vehicle network.

2Common causes

Wiring or connector fault on the communication bus
Faulty control module
Low battery voltage or poor ground
Water ingress in a connector or module
Aftermarket device interfering with the bus

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

The car may run normally or may not run at all. If the module that has lost communication controls steering, brakes, park brake, charging or engine cooling, drive only if those systems feel normal; stop safely if the steering becomes heavy, a brake warning appears, or the engine temperature climbs. If the car will not start or runs badly, have it towed.

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 1

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	U0420E0	Die Signale INP_PLC_HandsOff_Stat_EPS und INP_EPS_StWhl_Trq vom EPS zeigen einen Fehler an oder sind unplausibel. Brand	Network

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.

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