C051B

Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor - Mechanical

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

The ABS/ESP indicator on the dashboard is on
Disabling ABS and ESP systems
Incorrect speedometer readings
Problems with cruise control

Causes

Damage to the wheel speed sensor
Open or shorted sensor wiring
Contamination or damage to the ring gear on the hub
Malfunction of the ABS/ESP control unit

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor and its wiring
Clean the sensor and ring gear from dirt
Check the gap between the sensor and the ring gear
Replace the wheel speed sensor if necessary
Check the operation of the ABS/ESP system after repair

Related codes

C051A C051C C051D