C0062 code meaning
Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor
Chassis system Generic code C00xx codes Check engine light
What C0062 means
C0062 flags the longitudinal acceleration signal, the fore-aft reading used for hill hold, grade detection, all-wheel-drive torque split and brake distribution. The module checks it against the change in wheel speed, braking and throttle and against the other inertial channels, and stores the code for a value out of range, frozen, noisy or implausible. FCA documents C0062-29, invalid signal, on the 2022 Jeep Compass with C0061-29 and C0063-29, lighting the MIL and the ESC and parking brake warnings until the ABS module receives new software (08-007-23). On the 2019 RAM 1500, FCA lists C0062 among the codes a PCM software update addresses (18-058-20). Stability and hill hold are switched off while the fault is present; normal braking remains.
C0062 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.6 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of C0062
- Stability and hill-hold functions disabled
- ABS/ESC warning lamp on
- AWD behaviour may change
Common causes of C0062
- PossibleABS or PCM software fault (FCA 08-007-23, 18-058-20)
- PossibleLongitudinal accelerometer failed
- Less likelySensor cluster loose or shifted on its mount
- Less likelyHarness or connector fault
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Inertial sensor cluster
What each part of C0062 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 62 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0062 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about C0062
What does C0062 mean?
C0062 means "Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor". C0062 flags the longitudinal acceleration signal, the fore-aft reading used for hill hold, grade detection, all-wheel-drive torque split and brake distribution. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0062?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C0062 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C0062 fail an emissions test?
C0062 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is C0062 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.6 to 3 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C0062 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.