OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2587 Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
Position sensor B is electrically intact, but the reading does not track sensor A or the actuator-command model. Often a misaligned redundant sensor or aged element on a second turbo.
Is it safe to drive with P2587?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor mounting misaligned after service
- PossibleAged Hall element
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
Symptoms
- Charge status indicator shows fault
- Charging may not start or interrupts
- Slower-than-expected charge rate
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.6–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Turbo Actuator Position Sensor B, Turbocharger
Related codes
- P2586Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor B Circuit
- P2584Fuel Additive Control Module Requested MIL Illumination
- P2585Fuel Additive Control Module Warning Lamp Request
- P2588Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor B Circuit Low
- P2589Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor B Circuit High
- P258AVacuum Pump Control Circuit A/Open
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.