C0621

Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable steering force
The indicator light on the dashboard comes on
Steering wheel lock problems

Causes

Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Malfunction of the steering lock actuator
Problems with the steering force control module
Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

Check wiring harness for damage
Check connectors and contacts for oxidation and corrosion
Check the steering lock actuator
Check the steering force control module
Replace faulty components

Related codes

C0620 C0622 C0623