C10E2 on 2011-2018 Volkswagen Touareg — Control Module for Electronic Parking Brake: Electrical Failure
1 vehicles · 1 makes · $300-$900 repair
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C10E2 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Control Module for Electronic Parking Brake: Electrical Failure.” C10E2 is a VAG (Volkswagen/Audi Group) chassis fault code stored by the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) control module. It indicates an electrical failure in the EPB system (subcode 01), or in the related variant (subcode 54) a missing calibration/basic setting. It typically points to a problem in the parking-brake motor circuit and often presents with a flashing parking-brake switch LED and a warning message in the instrument cluster. This code is most commonly reported on 2011-2018 Volkswagen Touareg, with repair costs ranging from $300 to $900.
Common Causes
Typical Repair Cost
Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.
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FAQ
What does C10E2 mean?
C10E2 stands for "Control Module for Electronic Parking Brake: Electrical Failure." C10E2 is a VAG (Volkswagen/Audi Group) chassis fault code stored by the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) control module. It indicates an electrical failure in the EPB system (subcode 01), or in the related variant (subcode 54) a missing calibration/basic setting. It typically points to a problem in the parking-brake motor circuit and often presents with a flashing parking-brake switch LED and a warning message in the instrument cluster.
What are the most common causes of C10E2?
The most common causes of C10E2 are: Faulty wiring, corroded connectors, or poor ground in the EPB motor circuit, Defective electronic parking brake actuator/motor (caliper motor), Low or weak battery voltage damaging or disrupting the EPB module, Missing basic setting / calibration not performed after a brake or caliper service (subcode 54), Failed EPB control module, Air gap not reset after rear pad/caliper replacement. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix C10E2?
Repair costs for C10E2 range from $300 to $900, depending on the vehicle and root cause.
Which vehicles are affected by C10E2?
Au7o has documented C10E2 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Volkswagen.
Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.