B102861 — Steering lock feedback fault
Quick answer
B102861 indicates that the electronic steering column lock did not report the state the body control module expected, so the car may refuse to start because the lock cannot be released.
What to check first
- Read all stored fault codes with a scan tool and deal with related codes first.
Can I still drive?
Do not drive. If in doubt, park the car and ask a technician — a fault that limits power or shuts the high-voltage system down will not clear by itself.
Parts that fix B102861
Confirm the reference against your VIN before ordering — the same fault can sit in different hardware depending on the build.
| Part | Aiways OE ref. | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering column lock (ESCL) assembly | 861914101 | Find part |
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive an Aiways U5 with B102861?
Do not drive. If in doubt, park the car and ask a technician — a fault that limits power or shuts the high-voltage system down will not clear by itself.
What does B102861 mean?
B102861 indicates that the electronic steering column lock did not report the state the body control module expected, so the car may refuse to start because the lock cannot be released.
What should be checked first for B102861?
Read all stored fault codes with a scan tool and deal with related codes first.
Which parts are involved in B102861?
Steering column lock (ESCL) assembly.
Other Body Control Module (BCM) codes for the Aiways U5
Need the part or a second opinion?
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