P0830

Clutch Pedal Switch A Circuit

Transmission / clutch Generic OBD-II Medium

What it means

P0830 means the powertrain computer sees a problem in the clutch pedal switch "A" circuit — the switch that tells the car whether the clutch is pressed. The engine itself runs normally, but on vehicles that require the clutch depressed to crank, a faulty switch can block starting, and features like cruise control or auto stop-start may stop working.

Medium

Can I keep driving? The engine runs and drives normally, but on vehicles that require the clutch pressed to start, a faulty switch can stop the engine from cranking, and cruise control or auto stop-start may quit.

Real-world scan data

Seen in

1,161

scans in the past year

Found in

0.2%

of scans

0.3%

of scans that found faults

Appears alongside · share of P0830 scans

P132Bin 13.9% of scans

P0113in 10.3% of scans

P0299in 9.8% of scans

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Common symptoms

What you'll notice

Check-engine light on
Engine may not crank on vehicles that require the clutch pedal pressed to start
Cruise control won't engage or drops out
Auto stop-start (if equipped) stops working

Common causes

Most likely first

Failed clutch pedal position switch ALikely
Wiring fault in the switch circuit (chafed, shorted, or open)Common
Loose or corroded connector at the switchCommon
Misadjusted switch or mounting bracketLess often
Failed control module (rare)Less often

How to diagnose & fix

Work through it in order

Read freeze-frame data and locate the clutch pedal position switch under the dash.
Inspect the switch connector and wiring for damage, corrosion, or looseness.
Check and adjust the switch position; test its continuity as the pedal moves.
Replace the clutch pedal switch if it fails the continuity test.
If the switch and wiring are good, have the module and circuit diagnosed. Clear and re-test.

FAQ

Quick answers

Is it safe to drive with P0830?+

Yes — the engine runs and drives fine. The main risk is that on vehicles needing the clutch pressed to start, it may not restart, and cruise control may be disabled.

Can I just clear P0830?+

You can, but it returns until the switch or its wiring is repaired.

Read & clear P0830 yourself

Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.

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