Volkswagen Virtus ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Volkswagen Virtus ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Virtus. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Volkswagen Virtus ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Virtus, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Volkswagen Virtus wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Volkswagen Virtus

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Volkswagen Virtus is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Virtus. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Virtus ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Volkswagen Virtus vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Virtus systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Volkswagen Virtus

• ABS warning light on your Volkswagen Virtus dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Virtus ABS light
• ABS activating on your Volkswagen Virtus during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Virtus, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Volkswagen Virtus reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Volkswagen Virtus ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Volkswagen Virtus

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Volkswagen Virtus. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Virtus vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Volkswagen Virtus vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Virtus traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Volkswagen Virtus ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Volkswagen Virtus wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Virtus ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Volkswagen Virtus. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Volkswagen Virtus through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Virtus.

Frequently Asked Questions - Volkswagen Virtus ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Volkswagen Virtus with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Volkswagen Virtus with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Virtus will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Volkswagen Virtus. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Volkswagen Virtus?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Volkswagen Virtus year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Volkswagen Virtus, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Virtus to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Volkswagen Virtus at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Volkswagen Virtus are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Virtus has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Volkswagen Virtus sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.