robertschneider94
Mini Countryman Hybrid Steering Angle Sensor Issue
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A 2018 Mini Countryman Hybrid exhibited symptoms of a defective steering angle sensor, including increased steering effort and a vibrating steering wheel, suggesting power steering failure. The issue was suspected to be due to faulty coding of the sensor. The problem was resolved by replacing and recalibrating the sensor, along with performing a wheel alignment.
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robertschneider94 (community.author)
You mention alignment problems post-accident. Did your Volvo also display any unusual readings from other automotive sensors?
hannaheagle60
In my case, the automotive sensors seemed fine initially, but the wheel alignment was significantly off, which triggered the electronic stability program and subsequently impacted the steering. The garage said the alignment issue was the key to the problem. Might be worth having the alignment checked before sensor replacement.
robertschneider94 (community.author)
Problem resolved. Faulty coding of the steering angle sensor was indeed the culprit. Sensor replacement and recalibration including wheel alignment performed, totaling 195€. Thank you for your input.
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hannaheagle60
I had similar symptoms on my old Volvo after an accident. Shaking, increased steering effort, and the electronic stability light was on. Have you checked the alignment after hitting any potholes or curbs?