OBD Guide

C012D

Brake Boost Regulation Pressure Sensor

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

Symptoms

  • Hard brake pedal
  • CHECK ENGINE indicator lights up
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Activation of the ABS system for no reason

Causes

  • Pressure sensor malfunction
  • Open or shorted wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Brake ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the pressure sensor with a multimeter
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage
  3. Clean or replace the sensor if dirty
  4. Test the system using a scanner

Related codes

Error C012D by Vehicle Brand