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00283 – ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Left (G47) (VAG Golf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza)

On VAG vehicles, fault code 00283 means "ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Left (G47)". It is common on Golf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza, All engines engines. Below are the real-world causes, step-by-step tests and OEM part numbers.

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00283 quick summary

Fault code00283
MeaningABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Left (G47)
SystemChassis
VehiclesVAG (VW, Audi, Škoda, Seat)
Common onGolf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza, All engines
SeverityMedium
Can I drive?Yes, normal brakes work, but ABS and ESP are switched off. Drive carefully, especially on wet or icy roads.
Repair cost€20 – €250

Symptoms of 00283

  • ABS, ESP and traction warning lights on
  • Speedometer may jump or fail
  • Light comes on above a certain speed
  • Fault returns after clearing
  • Sub-type: signal too small / open circuit / implausible signal

Most common causes of 00283 (most likely first)

Mechanic's Pro Tip

Check the sub-type of the fault. 'Open or short' usually means the sensor or its cable (damaged near the wheel). 'Implausible signal' or 'signal too small' often means a dirty sensor tip, rust under the sensor or a damaged magnetic ring in the wheel bearing seal – on many VAG cars the ring is part of the bearing, so a new sensor alone won't fix it.

  1. 1.Faulty wheel speed sensor G47

    Most likely

  2. 2.Damaged cable or connector at the wheel

  3. 3.Dirt or rust on the sensor tip or bore

  4. 4.Damaged magnetic encoder ring in the wheel bearing

  5. 5.Excessive wheel bearing play

Step-by-step diagnostic guide

  1. 1

    Read the ABS module (03) and note the exact fault sub-type.

  2. 2

    Compare all four wheel speeds in measuring blocks while driving slowly.

  3. 3

    Inspect the sensor cable and connector at the front left wheel.

  4. 4

    Remove the sensor, clean the tip and bore, check the encoder ring.

  5. 5

    Replace the sensor or wheel bearing, clear codes and test drive.

How do I read fault codes? →Where the OBD2 port is, which scanner to use and how to read and clear codes step by step.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the light come on only at speed?

A weak signal is detected only above a certain speed, which points to the sensor gap or the encoder ring.

Is it the same sensor on both sides?

Often left and right have different part numbers – check by VIN.

Related fault codes

This guide is for information only. Working on vehicles can be dangerous — if you are unsure, have the car checked by a qualified mechanic. Values can differ between model years; always check the manufacturer's repair information.