C0081

ABS Malfunction Indicator

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The ABS indicator on the dashboard is on
ABS does not activate when braking
Possible false alarms of the system

Causes

Open or short circuit in wiring harness
ABS sensor malfunction
Problems with the ABS module
Faulty indicator on the dashboard

How to Fix

Check wiring harness for damage
Check ABS sensors on all wheels
Scan the ABS module for errors
If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

C0035 C0040 C0050