B2801low severityBody
Steering Column Memory Motor Circuit
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the memory-adjustable steering column motor circuit.
Symptoms
- Steering column does not adjust to memory position
- Column moves erratically
- Memory tilt/telescope not working
- Motor noise but no column movement
Common causes
- Faulty column motor
- Column memory module fault
- Wiring damage at steering column
- Column mechanism binding
Diagnostic steps
- Test column motors with direct power
- Check memory module output
- Inspect column wiring
- Check for mechanical binding
Repair notes
Replace steering column motor or memory module.
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