C0290
Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor Circuit Malfunction
The brake control module has detected an out-of-range signal from the brake pedal stroke sensor. Pedal travel information is required for brake assist and electronically boosted braking.
- Check engine light: Not always
- Emissions related: No
- Repair difficulty: medium
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Common causes
Ordered by how often each turns out to be the cause.
- Pedal stroke sensor failedCommon
- Sensor mounting or pedal linkage misadjustedPossible
Parts involved
- Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor
- Brake Control Module
- Sensor Wiring
C0290 is a generic OBD-II code defined by SAE J2012. Exact wording and diagnostic procedure vary by manufacturer and model. Code definitions are drawn from the public-domain OBDex dataset; the workshop notes are our own.