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PSC deficiency code 02105: Steering gear
| Category | Structure and equipment (SOLAS II-1) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Construction |
| Main references | SOLAS II-1/29 and SOLAS V/26 |
| Typical action codes | 17 (rectify before departure), 30 (detainable) if serious |
| Commonly detainable? | Can be, depending on severity (no statistics claimed) |
What PSC officers look for
- Changeover to emergency steering not working or crew unable to do it
- Hydraulic leaks, alarms or indicators not working
- Steering gear tests and drills not recorded
- Instructions and block diagram not posted
Typical root causes
- Emergency steering drills done without actually changing over
- Seal wear and leaks not reported
- Missing posted instructions after a refit
Corrective action (example)
Repair leaks and alarms; carry out an emergency steering drill with an actual changeover; post updated instructions.
Preventive action (example)
Add a pre-departure steering test checklist; a 3-monthly emergency steering drill in the drill plan; track spares.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Steering test records
- Drill record
- Photos of posted instructions
- Repair or service report
Related
- Codes: 13101, 10127, 15150
- SIRE 2.0: Chapter 10 (machinery) and chapter 4 (navigation) (chapter reference only)
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Official code list: Paris MoU, List of Deficiency Codes (1 July 2026). Action codes: Paris MoU, Inspection outcome. Reviewed by: _pending_ · Review date: _pending_ This page is general guidance, not legal, flag or class advice. Always follow the PSC officer's instructions and your flag and class requirements.