Code result
C050E
Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor A Circuit Low
High severity
What it means
Left-rear WSS A signal voltage below expected range. 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
Signal wire shorted to ground
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
Harness chafing through insulation
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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