C0710
Steering Position Signal Malfunction
The chassis or stability control module has received an invalid or missing steering position signal — often via the communication bus from the steering control module. ESP, lane assist and electric power steering may be limited.
- 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.
- Steering angle sensor or steering control module failedCommon
- Communication bus fault between modulesPossible
- Steering angle not calibratedLess likely
Parts involved
- Steering Angle Sensor
- Power Steering Module
- Esp Control Module
- Communication Bus
C0710 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.