OBD Guide

P0554

Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent

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

Symptoms

  • Uneven steering effort
  • Flashing Check Engine Light
  • Deterioration in power steering performance

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wiring
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Pressure sensor malfunction
  • Wiring Harness Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring and contacts in the sensor circuit
  2. Clean the contacts of the sensor connector
  3. Check the operation of the power steering pressure sensor
  4. Replace sensor if necessary

Related codes

Error P0554 by Vehicle Brand