Which cars report code U0416?

Code U0416 is named in 28 US owner complaints, 2 of them (7%) after a crash. Models: 18, model years 2007–2026. Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Honda Accord Hybrid, Honda Civic, Honda HR-V.

U0416 code: Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Dynamics Control Module

Q: What does code U0416 mean?

Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Dynamics Control Module. How to read U0416: the letter U means network communication between modules; the second digit 0 marks a generic SAE code shared by all makes; the last three characters 416 identify the specific fault.

Code U0416 is named in 28 US owner complaints, 2 of them (7%) after a crash. Models: 18, model years 2007–2026.

What the code means

Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Dynamics Control Module. Generic meaning per SAE J2012 (the same for all makes).

How to read U0416: the letter U means network communication between modules; the second digit 0 marks a generic SAE code shared by all makes; the last three characters 416 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: 28
after a crash: 2 (7%)
Models: 18
Model years: 2007–2026

Which models and years

Models whose owners name this code (18). Years link to the model year problems page.

Model	Years	Complaints
Honda Accord	2014, 2018, 2020	6
Honda CR-V	2017	3
Honda Accord Hybrid	2020, 2024	2
Honda Civic	2020, 2021	2
Honda HR-V	2018	2
Acura RLX	2014	1
Chevrolet Equinox	2026	1
Chrysler Pacifica	2018	1
Dodge Caliber AWD	2007	1
Honda Insight	2020	1
Honda Odyssey	2019	1
Honda Passport	2019	1
Honda Pilot	2016	1
Jeep Patriot	2009	1
Lincoln MKS	2013	1
Lincoln MKX	2016	1
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500	2016	1
Subaru Crosstrek	2022	1

Components named together with the code

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

Electrical system 13
Service brakes 8
Forward collision avoidance 7
Engine 6
Steering 6
Vehicle speed control 5
Lane departure 4
Fuel/propulsion system 3

Complaints by model year

2007 1
2009 1
2013 1
2014 3
2016 3
2017 3
2018 6
2019 2
2020 4
2021 1
2022 1
2024 1
2026 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.

Diagnostic codes U3000 (multipurpose camera internal failure) and U0416 (vehicle stability/VSA data fault) are present, with multiple driver-assistance warning lights illuminated.
Honda Passport 2019 · 2026-10
The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where a brake actuator DTC: U0416-68 was retrieved, but the failure could not be duplicated, and the code was cleared. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred months later while driving.
Honda CR-V 2017 · 2026-09
In response to the misfire, the vehicle's computer automatically disabled the Electronic Power Steering (EPS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), and SH-AWD systems (diagnostic codes U0401-68, U0416-68).
Honda Pilot 2016 · 2026-09

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.