OBD-II code · Chassis
C0498 Lateral Acceleration Sensor Circuit
The lateral acceleration sensor reports an electrical fault.
Is it safe to drive with C0498?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor failed
- PossibleWiring open
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
- 1–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Lateral G Sensor, ABS Control Module, Sensor Wiring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.