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ABS and brakes codes

Wheel speed and anti-lock brake codes. Pick your code for what it means, whether you can drive, common causes and what the repair usually costs.

CodeWhat it meansDrive?Typical, Boston
C0031Left front wheel speed sensor signal faultShort trips$120 to $360
C0035Left front wheel speed sensor signal faultShort trips$120 to $360
C0040Right front wheel speed sensor signal faultShort trips$120 to $360
C0045Left rear wheel speed sensor signal faultShort trips$120 to $360
C0110ABS pump motor circuit faultShort trips$550 to $1,775
C0161ABS or traction brake switch circuit faultShort trips$60 to $290
C0265ABS motor relay circuit faultShort trips$550 to $1,775
C0300Rear wheel speed sensor signal faultShort trips$120 to $360
C0561ABS system disabled or module faultShort trips$550 to $1,775
C1201Engine control fault shown on ABS sideShort trips$60 to $290

Typical range, estimate, for the most common repair for each code. Prices updated October 2026. Not a repair shop, estimates only.

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