U0426
Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor
2016-2021 Mazda CX-3 2.0L I4
Moderate SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)
Description
Data from the steering angle sensor is invalid or out of expected range.
Symptoms
- Stability control disabled
- Power steering warning
- ESC light on
- Steering angle not centered
Common Causes
- Steering angle sensor calibration lost
- Sensor failure
- CAN bus noise
- Clock spring issue
- Sensor wiring fault
Diagnostic Steps
- Check steering angle sensor reading
- Perform steering angle calibration
- Test sensor output through full lock-to-lock
- Check clock spring
- Inspect sensor wiring
Repair Notes
Perform steering angle sensor calibration. Common after alignment, battery disconnect, or steering work.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0426 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code U0426 mean on a 2016-2021 Mazda CX-3?
U0426 stands for "Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor". Data from the steering angle sensor is invalid or out of expected range.
What are the symptoms of U0426 on a Mazda CX-3?
Common symptoms of U0426 include: Stability control disabled, Power steering warning, ESC light on, Steering angle not centered.
What causes U0426 on a 2016-2021 Mazda CX-3?
Common causes of U0426 include: Steering angle sensor calibration lost, Sensor failure, CAN bus noise, Clock spring issue, Sensor wiring fault.