OBD-II code · generic
P0550
Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit
- System
- P0 — Powertrain (generic)
- Severity
- Minor (2/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Usually safe to drive
What does P0550 mean?
P0550 is defined as “Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit”.
You can usually keep driving, but have it checked soon so a small fault doesn’t become a bigger one.
Manufacturer-specific meanings
The same code can mean something different on some makes.
- Nissan: Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor – circuit malfunction
Related codes
- P054FIdle Control System - Fuel Quantity Higher Than Expected
- P0551Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance
- P054EIdle Control System - Fuel Quantity Lower Than Expected
- P0552Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit Low Input
- P0553Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit High Input
- P0554Power Steering Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent
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