Steering Torque Sensor Malfunction
2021-2024 Dacia Spring Electric 🇩🇪
Description
The electric power steering torque sensor has detected a general malfunction.
Symptoms
- Power steering warning light
- Heavy or erratic steering
- EPS assist reduced or absent
- Stability control disabled
Common Causes
- Faulty torque sensor in steering column
- Wiring damage
- Connector corrosion
- Steering column impact damage
Diagnostic Steps
- Read torque sensor values at rest (should be near zero)
- Turn wheel and verify smooth sensor response
- Inspect steering column connector
- Check for steering column damage
- Test sensor voltage range
Repair Notes
Replace steering torque sensor assembly. May require steering column replacement on some vehicles.
Related Codes
Other Chassis Codes
- C0021LF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0022RF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0023LR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0024RR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0025LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0026RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0027LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0028RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0035Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
- C0036Left Front Wheel Speed Signal Erratic
C0081 on Other Vehicles
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Dacia Bigster
2025-2025 1.6L I4 Hybrid 155
Dacia Duster
2017-2024 1.0L I3 TCe
Dacia Duster
2017-2024 1.3L I4 TCe
Dacia Duster
2017-2024 1.5L I4 dCi
Dacia Duster
2024-2025 1.0L I3 TCe 100 LPG
Dacia Duster
2024-2025 1.2L I3 Hybrid TCe 130
Dacia Duster PL
2018-2025 1.0L I3 Turbo TCe 100
Common Questions
What does code C0081 mean on a 2021-2024 Dacia Spring?
C0081 stands for "Steering Torque Sensor Malfunction". The electric power steering torque sensor has detected a general malfunction.
What are the symptoms of C0081 on a Dacia Spring?
Common symptoms of C0081 include: Power steering warning light, Heavy or erratic steering, EPS assist reduced or absent, Stability control disabled.
What causes C0081 on a 2021-2024 Dacia Spring?
Common causes of C0081 include: Faulty torque sensor in steering column, Wiring damage, Connector corrosion, Steering column impact damage.