C0045 on Chrysler
Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
C0045 on Chrysler vehicles indicates left rear wheel speed sensor circuit. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Chrysler model — most commonly on 300. This is a brake/ABS-system code. Each wheel has a speed sensor that tells the anti-lock brake (ABS), traction control, and stability systems how fast that wheel is turning. C0045 means the ABS module has detected an electrical problem in the circuit for the left rear wheel speed sensor — such as an open, short, or signal that's missing or out of range. As a result you'll typically see the ABS and traction/stability warning lights, and those safety features may be temporarily disabled even though your normal brakes still work. Typical repair costs on Chrysler range from $300 to $1,200, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of C0045
- •Failed left rear wheel speed sensor
- •Damaged, corroded or disconnected sensor wiring/connector
- •Damaged or contaminated tone/reluctor ring (rust, debris, missing teeth)
- •Excessive air gap between sensor and tone ring
- •Wheel bearing wear affecting the sensor (on bearing-integrated sensors)
- •Water intrusion or corrosion in the connector
- •Faulty ABS control module (less common)
C0045 on Chrysler by Model
Chrysler 300(1 issue)
- ABS Module Internal Failure2011-2023
ABS control module suffers internal failures due to short circuits in main circuit board. Prevents proper ABS operation and stores fault codes. While regular braking functions, vehicle loses anti-lock capability, traction control, and stability control.
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What does C0045 mean on Chrysler?▼
C0045 stands for "Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit." This is a brake/ABS-system code. Each wheel has a speed sensor that tells the anti-lock brake (ABS), traction control, and stability systems how fast that wheel is turning. C0045 means the ABS module has detected an electrical problem in the circuit for the left rear wheel speed sensor — such as an open, short, or signal that's missing or out of range. As a result you'll typically see the ABS and traction/stability warning lights, and those safety features may be temporarily disabled even though your normal brakes still work. On Chrysler specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes C0045 on Chrysler vehicles?▼
Common causes on Chrysler: Failed left rear wheel speed sensor, Damaged, corroded or disconnected sensor wiring/connector, Damaged or contaminated tone/reluctor ring (rust, debris, missing teeth), Excessive air gap between sensor and tone ring, Wheel bearing wear affecting the sensor (on bearing-integrated sensors). Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix C0045 on a Chrysler?▼
Repair costs on Chrysler range from $300 to $1,200, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Chrysler models have C0045 documented?▼
Au7o has documented C0045 on 1 Chrysler model: 300.