How much does it cost to fix C0561?

DIY repair typically costs $20–$100 for parts. Professional repair runs $100–$800 including parts and labor.

C0561

Chassis

Moderate

System Disabled Information Stored

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Code C0561 means "System Disabled — Information Stored," which indicates that the Electronic Brake Control Module has intentionally shut down the ABS, traction control, and/or stability control systems due to a detected fault. This is almost always a companion or secondary code — it confirms the system disabled itself but does not tell you why.

The key to fixing C0561 is finding the primary fault code that caused the system shutdown. When you scan the ABS module, you will almost always find at least one other code stored alongside C0561. That other code is the real problem. Common companion codes include wheel speed sensor faults (C0035-C0050, C0236), solenoid circuit faults (C0060-C0095), pump motor faults (C0110, C0265), and module performance faults (C0550).

Do not focus your repair efforts on C0561 itself — instead, address the other stored codes first. Once the primary fault is repaired and all codes are cleared, C0561 will not return. If C0561 is the only code stored, the fault may be intermittent, and further driving with a scan tool monitoring live data may be needed to catch the root cause.

Severity

Moderate — Address SoonThis Week

Symptoms

•ABS warning light illuminated
•Traction control warning light on
•Service StabiliTrak message on dashboard
•Anti-lock braking system not functioning
•Stability control system not functioning
•Reduced confidence in vehicle handling during emergency maneuvers

Likely Causes

Other ABS/chassis DTCs triggering system shutdown40%

C0561 is almost always a companion code set when another more specific ABS fault disables the system. The primary fault code is the real issue — C0561 simply confirms the system shut itself down.

Faulty wheel speed sensor25%

A failed or erratic wheel speed sensor is one of the most common root causes that triggers the primary DTC, which then causes C0561 to set as the system disables itself.

EBCM internal fault20%

An internal failure in the Electronic Brake Control Module can cause it to disable the system and store C0561 along with the specific internal fault code.

Wiring or connector issue in ABS circuit15%

Damaged wiring or corroded connectors anywhere in the ABS system can cause a primary fault that leads to system disable and C0561 storage.