C1210 code in owner complaints

Code C1210 is named in 34 US owner complaints. Models: 8, model years 1999–2021.

There is little data for this code or its meaning is ambiguous, so this page is not indexed.

What the code means

This is a manufacturer-specific code: the meaning depends on the make and sometimes on the year.

How to read C1210: the letter C means chassis (brakes, ABS, steering, suspension); the second digit 1 marks a manufacturer code whose meaning is set by the make; the last three characters 210 identify the specific fault.

ABS/ESC codes: wheel speed sensors, the ABS hydraulic unit and pump, brake booster, pressure and yaw sensors. A hit to a wheel or suspension often damages the wheel speed sensor or its wiring, so on a damaged car this code is a reason to inspect the hub, knuckle and control arms, not just swap the sensor.

Key figures

Complaints with this code: 34
Models: 8
Model years: 1999–2021

Which models and years

Models whose owners name this code (8). Years link to the model year problems page.

Model	Years	Complaints
Ford Windstar	1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003	27
Chrysler Town AND Country	2008	1
Hyundai Santa FE Sport	2016	1
Hyundai Tucson	2017	1
KIA Forte	2015	1
KIA Sorento	2012	1
Nissan Murano	2005	1
Nissan Rogue	2021	1

Components named together with the code

Component as the owner filed it (one complaint can list several).

Service brakes 23
Electrical system 11
Engine 5
Vehicle speed control 4
Powertrain 3
Air bags 1
Electronic stability control 1
Fuel/propulsion system 1

Complaints by model year

1999 3
2000 2
2001 5
2002 8
2003 9
2005 1
2008 1
2012 1
2015 1
2016 1
2017 1
2021 1

What to do if an auction car has this code

Inspect the wheel and suspension on the impact side: the wheel speed sensor is often damaged together with the hub or knuckle.
Check whether the ABS and ESC lights stay on after start-up.
After replacing sensors or the hydraulic unit, bleeding and scan tool adaptation may be required.

What owners report

Excerpts of owner complaints in the original wording. Owner statements not verified by the regulator; personal data removed.

The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact used a portable diagnostic machine and retrieved DTC: C1613,C1205, C1206, C1207, C1208, C1210 and C1211. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
KIA Sorento 2012 · 2025-09
The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved DTC code: C1210-97 (AWD systems failure); however, when the dealer rescanned the vehicle, the code was not showing on the test results. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure.
Nissan Rogue 2021 · 2024-09
Car loses power while driving. Codes P1700 and C1210 pop up in computer. No one can tell me what is wrong. Airbag light is on. No one can turn it off or tell me if it will work.
Nissan Murano 2005 · 2018-04

Related codes

Sources: public official US data (owner complaints) and the SAE J2012 standard. Complaints are owner statements not verified by the regulator. A code from a complaint does not replace a scan tool diagnosis. Data updated 2026-11-10.