Delphi SS12253 Vehicle Speed Sensor

Vehicle Speed Sensor for OE-Style Signal Accuracy

Delphi SS12253 is a vehicle speed sensor built for applications with a transmission output shaft speed sensor. It uses a black square female connector with two male blade terminals, matching the electrical interface needed for direct replacement service on select Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Mitsubishi vehicles.

Built from Delphi’s OE heritage and aftermarket engineering experience, this sensor is designed to restore accurate speed signal input to the transmission and related control systems. It is a direct-fit service part for vehicles such as the Jeep Liberty, Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Nitro, and Ram 1500.

Key Features

• Delphi SS12253 vehicle speed sensor for transmission output shaft speed sensor applications
• Black square connector with female housing
• 2-terminal blade design with male terminals
• Wiring harness not included
• Package contents: vehicle speed sensor and instruction sheet
• Cross-reference part numbers include 5285 4001AA and VSS841 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Delphi vehicle speed sensor is engineered for direct replacement on a wide range of vehicles that use a transmission output shaft speed sensor. It is a strong match for long-tail searches such as Jeep Liberty transmission output shaft speed sensor replacement, Dodge Charger vehicle speed sensor, and Ram 1500 speed sensor for transmission output shaft applications. The SS12253 part number is also commonly searched for Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, and Jeep Wrangler service needs.

Delphi draws on OE supplier experience to build aftermarket parts with the correct connector style, terminal layout, and fitment profile. That makes SS12253 a practical choice when replacing a failed speed sensor on 2003-2012 Jeep Liberty, 2003-2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, and 2011-2012 Ram 1500 applications with transmission output shaft speed sensor requirements.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Erratic or inaccurate vehicle speed readings
• Transmission shifting concerns related to speed signal loss
• Speedometer operation issues caused by a failing sensor
• Diagnostic trouble codes tied to transmission output shaft speed input
• Intermittent drivability problems linked to sensor signal interruption

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and transmission application before installation. This part uses a square female connector with two male blade terminals and does not include a wiring harness. Confirm the vehicle is equipped with the transmission output shaft speed sensor configuration listed in the fitment data before ordering.

• Fits 2003-2012 Jeep Liberty, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2011-2012 Ram 1500, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2003-2011 Jeep Wrangler, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2011 Ram Dakota, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2009-2010 Dodge Challenger, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2004-2010 Dodge Dakota, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2009 Chrysler Aspen, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
• Fits 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, with Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor

Quality Assurance

Delphi builds this sensor using OE-focused engineering knowledge developed through long-term supplier experience with major automakers. That background supports consistent connector fit, terminal design, and application-specific replacement performance for SS12253.