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Diagnostic reference · U0429

U0429

Invalid Data Received From Steering Column Control Module

System
Network communication (U code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Network Communications

What it means

U0429 means Invalid Data Received From Steering Column Control Module.

Where it lives

For U0429, the part to look at first is the module named here.

Check these first

  • Water intrusion or heat damage at the Steering Column Control Module
  • Loss of power or ground at the Steering Column Control Module
  • Damaged or shorted wiring at the Steering Column Control Module
  • An internal failure of the Steering Column Control Module
  • Bent or backed out pins at the Steering Column Control Module connector

What to do next

  1. Pull all module codes with a scan tool
  2. Watch Steering Column Control Module data on a scan tool
  3. Test the Steering Column Control Module wiring for open and short faults
  4. Check the power and ground feeds to the Steering Column Control Module
  5. Replace the Steering Column Control Module if the circuit and grounds test good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.