OBD Guide

B0521

Tachometer Signal Circuit Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Tachometer does not work
  • Floating idle speed
  • The engine may stall

Causes

  • Broken or damaged tachometer circuit wires
  • Tachometer malfunction
  • Problems with the crankshaft speed sensor
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors
  • ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the tachometer circuit wiring
  2. Check contacts in connectors
  3. Check crankshaft speed sensor
  4. Check the serviceability of the tachometer
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

Error B0521 by Vehicle Brand