C0550
Vacuum Sensor B Circuit High
What it means
C0550 means Vacuum Sensor B Circuit High.
Where it lives
For C0550, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of C0550 reports a fault at the sensor.
Check these first
- A failed vacuum sensor B
- An open in the vacuum sensor B circuit
- A poor electrical connection at the vacuum sensor B connector
- A failed brake system control module
What to do next
- Read vacuum sensor B on a scan tool
- Inspect the vacuum sensor B connector and wiring
- Test the vacuum sensor B circuit for open and short faults
- Compare the sensor B reading against a known value
- Replace vacuum sensor B if the circuit tests good
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.