C0558 code meaning
Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor A Incorrect Component Installed
Chassis system Generic code C05xx codes Check engine light
What C0558 means
For the right rear wheel, C0558 says the ABS module does not accept the installed speed sensor as the correct part. Mitsubishi maps C1067-4A on the 2023 Outlander PHEV to C0558 (wrong installation position, detection within 3 s, MIL after two trips). Ford uses C003A:4A for the same failure type: on the 2025 Mustang GTD, bulletin 26-2102 traces it, together with circuit codes such as :01 and :07, to heat generated by the rear brake discs damaging the heat shield over the sensor harness, and replaces the damaged rear sensors with an updated part. So a physically harmed sensor can trigger this code too, not only a wrong spare part. Beware of older GM data: on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, preliminary information PIC5751A lists C0558 for an electric parking brake fault fixed at ground G401, a meaning unrelated to wheel speed.
C0558 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.3 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of C0558
- Yellow or red ABS warning indicator on
- Stability and traction control switched off
- Check-engine lamp on some models
Common causes of C0558
- Most likelyWrong sensor variant fitted at the right rear
- PossibleSensor or harness damaged by brake heat
- Less likelyABS module software fault
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Wss rr
What each part of C0558 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 58 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0558 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 C0558
What does C0558 mean?
C0558 means "Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor A Incorrect Component Installed". For the right rear wheel, C0558 says the ABS module does not accept the installed speed sensor as the correct part. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0558?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C0558 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C0558 fail an emissions test?
C0558 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 C0558 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 1.5 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will C0558 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.