C0035 on 2015-2017 Chrysler 200: Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Fault Causes and Fixes

What's Unique About the 2015-2017 Chrysler 200

The 2015-2017 Chrysler 200 (UF generation) has several documented recalls and TSBs related to electrical wiring and connectors, including issues with the Power Distribution Center. While no recall specifically mentions code C0035, this history of electrical vulnerabilities makes wiring and connector problems a highly probable cause for this 'supply circuit' fault. Owners should be particularly thorough when inspecting the harness for chafing, corrosion, or loose connections between the sensor and the ABS module.

Symptoms You May Notice

• ABS warning light is on
• Traction Control or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) warning light is on
• ABS, traction control, and stability control systems are disabled
• Brake pedal may feel harder or different during stops because the ABS can no longer modulate wheel speed.

Most Likely Causes

1. Damaged or Corroded Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring/Connector 🔴 High Probability → Shop ABS Wheel Speed Sensor The wiring harness is exposed to road debris, moisture, and constant suspension movement. The Chrysler 200 has known electrical vulnerabilities, making wiring a prime suspect. Corrosion is especially common in areas where road salt is used in winter.
   How to confirm: Visually inspect the entire length of the wiring from the right front wheel hub to its connection point. Check the connector for corrosion (green crust) or pushed-out pins. Use a multimeter to check for continuity and the correct reference voltage (typically 4.5V-5.5V) from the ABS module at the sensor connector.
   Typical fix: Repair the broken/chafed section of wire or replace the pigtail connector. 🎬 Watch a mobile mechanic tackle a tricky Chrysler 200 wiring repair. In some cases, the entire sensor and harness assembly is replaced.
   Est. part cost: $15-$50 for a pigtail
2. Faulty Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor 🔴 High Probability → Shop ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Wheel speed sensors are common failure items due to their location, where they are exposed to heat, vibration, and road contaminants. Water intrusion leading to oxidation is a known failure mode on FCA vehicles.
   How to confirm: After confirming wiring is good, use a capable scan tool to monitor live data from the right front wheel speed sensor while driving; it should read 0 or have an erratic signal compared to the other wheels. Resistance can also be checked with a multimeter to see if it's within spec or open/shorted.
   Typical fix: Replace the right front wheel speed sensor. The sensor is typically held in by a single bolt on the steering knuckle.
   Est. part cost: $30-$100
3. Faulty ABS Control Module ⚪ Low Probability → Shop ABS Control Module Not a platform-specific weakness, but electronic modules can fail. An internal failure of the module's voltage regulator that supplies the 5V reference to the sensor can specifically cause a C0035 code.
   How to confirm: This is typically diagnosed after ruling out the sensor and wiring. A professional-level scan tool is needed to test the module's output to the sensor circuit. If the module is not providing the correct reference voltage to the sensor and the wiring is intact, the module is likely faulty.
   Typical fix: Replace the ABS control module. This often requires programming the new module to the vehicle's VIN.
   Est. part cost: $600-$900

Rare But Worth Checking

• Damaged or Debris-Covered Tone Ring: The tone ring (or reluctor ring) is what the sensor reads. If it's part of the wheel hub/bearing assembly and the bearing fails, or if the ring gets cracked or covered in metallic debris, it can cause signal issues. This is less likely for a 'supply circuit' fault but can happen.
• Blown Fuse or Poor Ground Connection: A bad fuse for the ABS system or a corroded main ground for the ABS module can interrupt power, causing a supply circuit fault. Always check the simple things first.

Diagnosis Steps

1. Connect an ABS-capable scan tool to the OBD-II port.
2. Confirm that C0035 is the active code and that the definition specifies the 'Right Front' sensor circuit. Use the scan tool to view the live data stream for all four wheel speed sensors. A reading of 0 MPH from the right front while driving, or no signal, points to a problem in that circuit.
3. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle. Remove the right front wheel.
4. Visually inspect the wheel speed sensor and its wiring harness for any obvious signs of damage, such as cuts, chafing, melting, or corrosion.
5. Disconnect the sensor and inspect the connector for moisture or bent/pushed-out pins.
6. If the wiring looks good, use a multimeter to test the sensor's internal resistance (if specs are available) or check for a short/open circuit.
7. Test the wiring harness. With the ignition on, check for the correct reference voltage (typically 4.5V-5.5V) from the ABS module at the sensor connector. Check for continuity to ground and continuity on the signal wire back to the ABS module connector.
8. If wiring and voltage are good, the sensor is the most likely culprit. If voltage is missing from the module, and the wiring is intact, the ABS module itself may be faulty.

Parts You'll Likely Need

• Front Right ABS Wheel Speed Sensor (OEM #68160057AC) — This is the most common component to fail in the circuit, either from internal failure or damage. It is often replaced along with its integrated wiring harness. This part number supersedes 68160057AA and 68160057AB.
  Trusted brands: Mopar, Dorman, NTK, Delphi, Holstein
  OEM price range: $70-$120
  Aftermarket price range: $30-$80

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) & Recalls

• TSB 05-003-21: While not for the Chrysler 200 specifically, this TSB for Jeep Compass/Renegade models addresses replacing wheel speed sensors due to oxidation or water intrusion causing similar DTCs (C0031, C0034, etc.), indicating a known issue with FCA sensors of this era.
• TSB for Rear Sensors (un-numbered): A TSB exists for other FCA vehicles addressing ABS/ESC lamp illumination when driving over rumble strips, caused by erratic rear wheel speed sensor signals (C003A-2F, C0037-2F). The fix is to replace the rear sensors, again pointing to sensitivity issues with FCA's wheel speed sensors.

Mechanic-Grade Diagnostic Values

• Sensor Supply Voltage — expected: 4.5V - 5.5V DC. Failure: Voltage below 4.0V or a complete absence of voltage indicates a fault in the wiring or the ABS module's internal regulator.
• Sensor Resistance (General) — expected: 800 - 2000 Ω (Ohms). Failure: A reading of infinite resistance (Open) or near-zero resistance (Short) indicates a failed sensor. This is a general specification for this type of sensor, as Chrysler does not publish an official spec.

Hidden / Shadow Codes Worth Checking

• C0035-1D (Circuit Current Out of Range): This sub-code indicates the ABS module has detected that the current flowing through the sensor's supply circuit is either too high (short to ground) or too low (high resistance/open circuit). This points more strongly to a wiring issue than an internal sensor failure. (see via A professional-level scan tool (like wiTECH) that can read manufacturer-specific fault types.)
• C0035-17 (Circuit Voltage Out of Range): This fault type is set when the voltage on the supply circuit is above or below the expected threshold. This can be caused by a short to voltage elsewhere in the harness or, more commonly, a failure of the ABS module's internal 5V regulator. (see via A professional-level scan tool that displays fault type identifiers.)

Wiring & Ground Locations

• ABS Control Module (BSM) — Located on the driver's side of the engine bay, attached to the hydraulic control unit, below and to the side of the main underhood fuse box (PDC).. This module is the source of the 5V supply for the wheel speed sensor. All wiring tests for the sensor circuit will ultimately lead back to this module's main connector.
• ABS Module Connector C1 - Pin 11 — At the main connector for the ABS Control Module.. This is the specific pin for the Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Supply Voltage. A technician would back-probe this pin to confirm if the module is outputting the correct 4.5-5.5V. If voltage is present here but not at the sensor, the fault is in the wiring harness.
• ABS Module Connector C1 - Pin 12 — At the main connector for the ABS Control Module.. This is the pin for the Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Signal. A continuity test would be performed between this pin and the corresponding pin at the sensor connector to check for an open or shorted signal wire.
• G905A (Ground) — A primary chassis ground point located on the driver's side inner fender, near the strut tower and behind the Power Distribution Center (fuse box).. This is a main ground point for the ABS module. While a failure here would likely cause multiple system faults, corrosion or a loose connection at this point can cause intermittent and difficult-to-diagnose voltage supply issues, including C0035.

Real Owner Repair Stories

• 200forums.com user report (paraphrased from multiple similar accounts) (2015 Chrysler 200C) — ABS and Traction Control lights on. Cruise control inoperative.
  ❌ Tried (didn't work) Replacing the right front wheel speed sensor did not fix the issue.
  ✅ What actually fixed it The wiring harness that runs down the suspension strut had chafed through on the inner fender liner. The break was not immediately visible. Repairing the broken wire inside the harness and re-routing it slightly to prevent future contact resolved the C0035 code permanently.

OEM Part Supersession History

• 68160057AA → 68160057AB — Initial production part, likely revised for improved durability or manufacturing process.
• 68160057AB → 68160057AC — Further revision for reliability. This is the current and most robust version of the part available from Mopar.
  Heads up: All versions (AA, AB, AC) are physically and electrically interchangeable, but it is highly recommended to use the latest 'AC' revision for any replacement.

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Other Known Issues on This Vehicle

Issues unrelated to this code that are worth knowing about as an owner of this generation:

• 9-Speed ZF Transmission Problems 🔴 High — Very common, especially in the 2015 model year. Problems include hard/jerky shifting, lurching, unexpected shifts to neutral, and premature failure. (Ref: Multiple software updates and recalls (e.g., NHTSA 16V-529) were issued to address shifting logic and wiring harness issues.)
• Excessive Oil Consumption (2.4L Tigershark Engine) 🔴 High — Widespread issue affecting 2015-2016 models with the 2.4L engine. Owners report consuming a quart of oil in as little as 1,000 miles, potentially leading to engine stalling or failure. (Ref: Subject of a class-action lawsuit. FCA issued Customer Satisfaction Notices (CSNs) like W20 and W80 and extended warranties for affected vehicles.)
• Engine Stalling / Shutting Off While Driving 🔴 High — Reported across multiple model years and linked to both the 2.4L engine's oil consumption issue and transmission wiring harness problems. (Ref: Recalls were issued for wiring harness issues that could cause unexpected shifts to neutral or shutdowns.)
• Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Malfunctions 🟠 Medium — Owners report the EPB getting stuck, failing to engage or disengage, and 'Service Parking Brake' warnings on the dash. (Ref: A TSB was issued for some models regarding reprogramming the EPB module.)
• General Electrical System Troubles 🟠 Medium — Complaints include malfunctioning Uconnect screens, false warning lights, and, in some cases, the entire electrical system shutting down. (Ref: Various software updates have been released for the Uconnect system.)

Used vs. New Parts: Buying Guide for This Vehicle

When a used part is the smart pick: For this repair, using a used part is generally not recommended for the sensor itself due to its high failure rate and exposure to the elements. However, sourcing a used wiring harness pigtail or a section of the engine harness from a low-mileage, non-corroded donor car can be a cost-effective solution if the original wiring is damaged beyond simple repair.

Donor-vehicle mileage cap: roughly under 60000 miles for the part to have meaningful remaining life.

What to inspect on the donor part:

• Check for a vehicle from a dry, non-salt-belt state to minimize corrosion risk.
• Inspect the harness for any signs of prior repair, chafing, or brittleness in the plastic loom.
• Ensure all connector locking tabs are intact and not broken.
• If buying an ABS module, verify the part number matches exactly and inquire about the donor vehicle's VIN for potential programming needs.

OEM-only on this vehicle (don't cheap out):

• ABS Control Module: While used modules are available, a new or professionally remanufactured unit from Mopar or a specialist like Flagship One is recommended due to the high likelihood that a used module will require dealer programming to function, negating any initial cost savings.

Aftermarket brands forum-validated for this vehicle:

• NTK
• Delphi
• Standard Motor Products (SMP)

Brands owners have reported issues with on this vehicle:

• Unbranded, 'white-box' sensors from online marketplaces often have poor build quality, incorrect resistance values, and a high rate of premature failure.

Real Owner Stories

Aggregated from forums and TSBs cited above. Mileages and costs reflect what owners reported in those sources.

Related OBD-II Codes

• C0031 — Left front wheel speed sensor circuit; identified in TSB 05-003-21 as a related failure due to water intrusion in FCA vehicles.
• C0034 — Right front wheel speed sensor circuit; often cited alongside C0035 in TSBs regarding oxidation and sensor sensitivity.
• C003A-2F — Erratic signal from the right rear wheel speed sensor; noted in FCA TSBs for causing ABS/ESC lamp illumination when driving over rumble strips.
• C0037-2F — Erratic signal from the left rear wheel speed sensor; shares the same root cause of sensor sensitivity issues as the front sensors.

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