U0212high severityNetwork
Lost Communication With Steering Column Control Module
on 2012 Dodge Caliber 2.4L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The network has lost contact with the steering column control module. Steering column controls, wipers, turn signals, and cruise controls may stop responding.
Symptoms
- Steering wheel controls dead
- Turn signals or wipers not working
- Multiple warning lights on
Common causes
- Faulty steering column control module
- Clockspring or connector issue
- Wiring harness damage
- Module power or ground loss
Diagnostic steps
- Scan network for lost comm codes
- Check module power and ground
- Inspect clockspring and connectors
- Test CAN bus at module
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Other Network codes on this vehicle
U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus