C0295 code meaning
Steering Sensor Indicates Bias
What C0295 means
Public evidence for C0295 is lacking. The code appears neither in the publicly available J2012 tables nor in GM's PIP5094 keywords, the AA1Car chart, the Saab manuals or the NHTSA bulletin index. What remains is the fault the title names, a steering angle sensor whose zero point no longer matches straight-ahead driving. GM stores this case as C0710 5A on the 2011 Saab 9-5, comparing steering angle with yaw rate; ESP and the hill start aid then stay off for the ignition cycle. The earlier Saab 9-5 disables the system once the stored correction reaches 15 degrees. GM bulletin 16-NA-151 cures a 2016 Malibu C0460 after a voltage dip by turning the wheel lock to lock. Bosch measures the angle with two magnet gears.
C0295 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.3 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of C0295
- Stability control warning lamp on
- Steering wheel off centre when driving straight
- Unexpected stability control interventions
Common causes of C0295
- Most likelyWheel alignment or steering parts changed without recentring the sensor
- PossibleCalibration lost after battery disconnection or a voltage dip
- Less likelySteering angle sensor or clock spring assembly faulty
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Steering angle sensorEsp control moduleAlignment components
What each part of C0295 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 95 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0295 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 C0295
What does C0295 mean?
C0295 means "Steering Sensor Indicates Bias". Public evidence for C0295 is lacking. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0295?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C0295 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C0295 fail an emissions test?
C0295 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 C0295 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 2 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C0295 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.