C050800

DTC C050800 indicates an abnormal short circuit between the right front wheel speed sensor power supply circuit (typically a 12V or 5V reference voltage) and body ground (GND) — Atto 8

Braking System

DTC C050800 indicates an abnormal short circuit between the right front wheel speed sensor power supply circuit (typically a 12V or 5V reference voltage) and body ground (GND).

In the BYD IPB (Integrated Power Brake) architecture, the active wheel speed sensors (Hall-effect or magnetoelectric) require a stable operating voltage from the ECU.

When the power supply line shorts to ground, the IPB module detects an abnormal current increase or a voltage drop to near 0V and triggers the fault protection mechanism.

This fault causes the loss of the right front wheel speed signal, disabling or degrading functions such as the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

This hard fault severely impacts driving safety.

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Cases Logged
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Song PLUS DM-i right front wheel speed sensor wiring harness chafed through at steering knuckle and shorted

After driving through water, the ABS light illuminated with DTC C050800. Inspection revealed the right front wheel speed sensor harness had chafed where it passes through the steering knuckle retaining clip. Prolonged steering movement wore through the insulation, exposing copper wires that contacted the steering knuckle metal and shorted to ground. Repaired the damaged harness (3 wires, including the power wire shorted to ground), rewrapped and rerouted the wiring, and fitted a rubber grommet to prevent contact with sharp edges. Replaced the damaged waterproof connector. Fault resolved.
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Internal driver circuit failure in the IPB module caused a short circuit in the power supply to multiple wheel speed sensors.

Post-accident repair. DTC C050800 set after right-front impact. Harness visually intact; sensor readings normal. Disconnected IPB connector and measured 0.2Ω to ground on the supply pin at the harness side. Replaced right-front wheel speed sensor; fault persisted. Found the LDO regulator supplying the right-front sensor shorted inside the IPB. Replaced IPB assembly, bled IPB and calibrated sensors; fault resolved.
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Internal short circuit in the sensor body caused intermittent DTC C050800

Owner reported intermittent ABS warning light on, particularly frequent during wet weather. Scanner showed DTC C050800 as an intermittent fault. Harness insulation tested good, but wiggling the sensor harness reproduced the fault. Removed the sensor and measured resistance between the internal power terminal and housing: erratic, fluctuating between infinite and continuity. Internal Hall element encapsulation seal failed, causing internal short in humid conditions. Replaced right front wheel speed sensor. Fault eliminated.
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Modified brake lines pinched wiring harness, causing short circuit

One week after fitting a high-performance braking system, DTC C050800 appeared. Inspection found the modified braided brake line mounting bracket incorrectly positioned, pinching the original wheel speed sensor harness and shorting the power wire to the shield/ground inside the loom. Rerouted the harness, adjusted the brake line mounting points, and repaired the damaged wiring (insulation breached at 3 points). Fault cleared. Retain the original wiring harness clip positions when modifying.
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Connector terminal backed out, causing power pin to contact metal bracket

The ABS warning light suddenly came on after driving over rough road. Inspection found the right front wheel speed sensor connector wasn't fully locked. The internal power terminal (female) had backed out and contacted the metal retaining clip of the connector housing, shorting to ground through the body. Cleaned the connector internals, repaired the terminal retention structure, and ensured the connector clicked fully into place (heard the 'click'). Applied conductive grease to prevent oxidation. Fault resolved.
Data confidence: Community This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.