Code result
C0623
Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control Circuit Performance
High severity
What it means
VES safety lock actuator does not respond as expected.
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
Actuator stuck
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
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