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VW U1400 Code – ABS/ESP Communication Fault

No

Safe to drive :

VW vehicles only

Applies only to :

Not applicable to :

This explanation does NOT apply to Audi, BMW, Ford, Toyota, or others.

High

Severity level :

When Does This Code Appear on the Vehicles

VW U1400 appears with ABS/ESP module communication errors.

What This Code means on the Vehicles

Indicates CAN bus fault between gateway and ABS/ESP modules.

Why This is different from a generic OBD2 Code

Standard OBD-II scanners cannot interpret UDS sub-codes.

Common Situations That Trigger This Code

ABS module failure; Wiring corrosion; Connector issues.

What Will NOT Fix This Code

Replacing generic sensors; Ignoring communication fault.

How to Clear This Code on Vehicles

Test wiring and ABS module; clear using OEM or VCDS tool.

Related Manufacturer Specific Codes

VW U1300; VW U1401

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