C1260 on Hyundai

Steering angle sensor signal error (Hyundai)

Severity not verified — if the car runs badly, have it inspected

The sources describe the fault and lamps but do not rate how safe it is to drive; steering and stability systems are safety-critical, so have it checked.

Safety-critical system: explanation only, no DIY steps. Source: how we rate severity

This page covers only what differs on Hyundai. For what C1260 means, the ranked causes and the test order, see the C1260 guide.

What's different on Hyundai

Hyundai

  • Elantra

    Supported by vehicle data

    Hyundai TSB-09-01-008 pairs C1260 with C1259 and an EPS software update on the Elantra. Whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • TSB-09-01-008Status unverified

    EPS software update, C1259 and C1260

    2009elantra · NHTSA 10029150

    Update the EPS software for warning lamps with C1259 (EPS) and C1260 (ESC); model years not clear in the summary.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Sources and review

  1. Hyundai TSB-09-01-008: EPS software update, DTCs C1259 (EPS) and C1260 (ESC) — Hyundai Motor America via NHTSA
  2. Hyundai Venue (QX) repair procedures: Motor Driven Power Steering DTC table — Hyundai Motor Company (service manual mirror at hvenueqx.com)
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