P0500Medium severity
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Malfunction
The ECM is not receiving a valid vehicle speed signal.
Common causes
- Faulty vehicle speed sensor
- Damaged wiring
- Faulty ABS sensor (on some vehicles)
Possible symptoms
- Check Engine Light on
- Speedometer not working
- Erratic shifting
- Cruise control disabled
Code breakdown
P — System
Powertrain (engine, transmission, fuel & emissions)
0 — Type
Generic (SAE standard, common to all manufacturers)
5 — Subsystem
Vehicle speed control, idle control and auxiliary inputs