P2162

Vehicle Speed Sensor A/B Correlation

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine Light Is On
Incorrect speedometer readings
Problems with cruise control
Errors in related systems (ABS, ESP)
Reduced engine performance

Causes

Malfunction of one of the speed sensors
Damage to wiring or sensor connectors
Mechanical damage to the ring gear (for magnetic sensors)
Software error in the ECU
Contamination of sensors with metal shavings or dirt

How to Fix

Check the condition and connection of both speed sensors
Clean the sensors from dirt
Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
Compare sensor readings using diagnostic equipment
If necessary, replace the faulty sensor

Related codes

P0500 P0501 P0502 P0503