POWER STEERING SYSTEM FAIL-SAFE CHART

If a problem occurs in the power steering system, the power steering assist will be stopped, locked at a particular point, or decreased simultaneously to protect the system.

Power Steering System
DTC No. Detection Condition Fail-safe
C1511 Torque sensor malfunction Assist force restricted or power assist stopped
C1512
C1513
C1514
C1515
C1516
C1517
C1521 Motor circuit malfunction
C1522
C1523
C1524
C1525 Motor rotation angle sensor malfunction
C1526
C1528
C1531 ECU malfunction
C1532
C1533
C1534
C1541 Vehicle speed signal malfunction Assist force restricted
C1551 IG power source voltage error Power assist stopped
C1552 PIG power source voltage error
C1554 Power source relay malfunction
C1555 Motor relay malfunction
C1581 Assist map not written in power steering ECU assembly Controlled using default map
C1582 Assist map mismatch written in power steering ECU assembly Controlled using current default map
U0129 Skid control ECU communication error Assist force restricted
U0293 HV ECU communication error Power assist control normally
U1105 Parking assist ECU communication error Power assist control normally (Parking assist system does not operate)

Tech Tips


  • The amount of power assist may be decreased to prevent the motor and ECUs from overheating if the steering wheel is continuously turned when the vehicle is either stopped or driven at a low speed, or if the steering wheel is kept at either full lock position for a long time. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal if the steering wheel is not turned for approximately 10 minutes with the power switch on (READY).

  • If the auxiliary battery is not sufficiently charged or the voltage decreases temporarily, the amount of power assist will be reduced and the EPS warning light will come on. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal when the auxiliary battery voltage recovers.