C0440critical severityChassis
Automatic Emergency Braking System Fault
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
General malfunction in the automatic emergency braking system.
Symptoms
- AEB warning light
- Automatic braking disabled
- Forward collision mitigation unavailable
- Driver assist systems degraded
Common causes
- Radar module fault
- Camera system error
- Brake system unable to support AEB
- Module communication failure
Diagnostic steps
- Check for radar and camera codes
- Verify ABS/brake system is fully functional
- Test communication between AEB controller and brake module
- Inspect all AEB-related sensors
- Check for software updates
Repair notes
Diagnose root sensor or brake system fault. AEB relies on both detection and braking subsystems.
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