C0953 code meaning
Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor Rear Right
What C0953 means
C0953 stays without a documented user; neither J2012 lists nor bulletins name it. The right rear sensor appears at GM and Saab as C0765, where subcode 39 marks an internal malfunction. Mitsubishi's 2022 page for C1733-68 shows how implausible data from that corner are caught: above 40 km/h the BCM checks pressure, temperature and G sensor values in each telegram from the right rear unit and flags a fault within one second; the only cause listed is the sensor. Unlike a silent sensor, this one still transmits, but its content is unusable. Replacing the right rear sensor and registering its ID is the usual cure. Until then the TPMS lamp stays on and no valid right rear pressure is shown.
C0953 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.3 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of C0953
- TPMS lamp on with no valid value for the right rear tire
- Implausible or jumping pressure reading at the right rear
Common causes of C0953
- Most likelyPressure, temperature or acceleration element inside the right rear sensor defective
- PossibleSensor damaged by tire fitting, sealant or impact
- Less likelyWeak cell causing corrupted telegrams
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Tpms sensor rrTpms module
What each part of C0953 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 53 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0953 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 C0953
What does C0953 mean?
C0953 means "Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor Rear Right". C0953 stays without a documented user; neither J2012 lists nor bulletins name it. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0953?
C0953 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will C0953 fail an emissions test?
C0953 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 C0953 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 1.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C0953 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.