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C0575

Park Brake Actuator Position Signal Malfunction

The EPB module has detected an out-of-range position signal from a caliper actuator. The module cannot determine whether the brake is fully applied or released.

  • 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.

  • Actuator position sensor failedCommon
  • Actuator mechanically jammed (corrosion)Possible

Parts involved

  • Epb Actuator
  • Epb Module
  • Actuator Wiring

C0575 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.