C0712
Power Steering Position Sensor Range/Performance
The power steering control module has detected that the rack or column position signal is out of range or implausible. Steering assist may be reduced.
- 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 position sensor failedCommon
- Sensor calibration required after servicePossible
- Sensor element aged beyond calibration windowLess likely
Parts involved
- Power Steering Module
- Steering Position Sensor
- Sensor Wiring
C0712 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.