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P0500: Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Malfunction
The vehicle speed sensor is not providing a usable signal.
Medium Severity
$100 – $600
Can I Keep Driving with Code P0500?
Yes, but transmission shifting, speedometer, ABS, and cruise control may be affected.
What P0500 Means
The VSS reports vehicle speed to the computer. P0500 means the signal is missing or invalid, often from a failed sensor, wiring issues, or in modern cars a problem on the CAN bus.
Common Causes
Diagnostic Tips
- If your speedometer is also dead, focus on the sensor or wiring.
- On newer cars, a single bad wheel speed sensor can set P0500.
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Will cruise control work with P0500?
No, most systems disable cruise when speed input is unreliable.