Fanatec Error Codes
Fanatec error codes appear in the Fanatec app or firmware updater when a wheelbase, steering wheel, or accessory has a problem. Find your error below for a plain-English explanation and step-by-step fix.
Error Codes
App Not Connecting
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
The Fanatec app is showing as connected but cannot communicate with the …
Base Overheating
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
Fanatec wheelbases have a thermal protection system that reduces or cuts force …
Connection Lost
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
A mid-session disconnect means the PC lost communication with the wheelbase …
Device Not Detected
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
This means the Fanatec app cannot find your wheelbase or other hardware …
Error: Undefined error encountered
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
This error appears in the Fanatec Firmware Updater when it cannot complete a …
Firmware Update Failed
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
This means the Fanatec Firmware Manager could not complete the firmware flash to …
Firmware 0.0.0.0
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
A firmware version of 0.0.0.0 means the device has no valid firmware installed. …
FFB Not Working
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
Force feedback is the resistance and vibration you feel through the steering …
Pedals Not Detected
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
Fanatec pedals connect to the wheelbase via a RJ12 cable, not directly to the PC …
Request Update response failed
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
This message appears in the Fanatec Firmware Updater just before the final …
Wheel Not Calibrating
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
Calibration is the process where the wheelbase finds the center point of the …
Wheel Not Recognized
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
This means the Fanatec app or wheelbase cannot detect the steering wheel …
WQR Not Updating
Fanatec
Sim Racing Hardware
The WQR (Wireless Quick Release) is a small circuit board inside the QR that …