Trouble code
C0050
Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
What C0050 means
Invalid signal from the right rear wheel speed sensor.
Symptoms you may notice
- ABS light
- Traction control light
Common causes, cheapest first
- Failed sensor
- Tone ring corrosion
- Wiring damage
- Connector corrosion
Before you buy anythingWith ABS disabled the brakes still work normally, but you lose anti-lock and stability control. Do not leave it indefinitely.
What to do next
- Confirm the code with your own scan tool, or have it read free at a chain parts store.
- Decode your VIN so you know your exact engine and build date.
- Work down the causes above from cheapest to most expensive.
- Search NHTSA for a recall or service bulletin covering this symptom on your vehicle.
- Read the brakes buying guide before ordering.
C0050 is a generic OBD-II code, standardized across every make and model sold in the US from 1996 onward. The meaning is the same on any vehicle; the specific part and its location are not.
Parts
Parts commonly needed for C0050
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