Code result
C050C
Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor A Circuit/Open
High severity
What it means
Open circuit on left-rear WSS A. Wheel-speed signals feed ABS, ESC, traction control, transmission and odometer — a single dropped signal disables all of these safety functions until repaired.
Is it safe to drive?
No — stop driving
This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.
Most likely causes
Wire broken or connector unplugged
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Pin pushed back out of connector body
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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