OBD-II code · Chassis
C0287 ESP Performance
The stability control module has detected that overall ESP performance is degraded — typically a plausibility check between yaw rate, lateral acceleration, steering angle and wheel speeds has failed. ESP is deactivated until the root cause is resolved.
Is it safe to drive with C0287?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor calibration required after repair
- PossibleSensor cluster loose or mounted incorrectly
- Less likelySecondary fault on individual sensor
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Esp Control Module, Sensor Cluster, Yaw Rate Sensor, Lateral Acceleration Sensor
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.