OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P25F8 Turbocharger/Supercharger Bypass Valve C Control Circuit

A third bypass (recirculation or wastegate) valve used in three-stage charging systems is not responding to control commands. Boost balancing across stages can no longer be achieved.

Is it safe to drive with P25F8?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyOpen solenoid coil
  • PossibleOpen or shorted wiring to the valve

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
1–3.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Bypass Valve C, Bypass Solenoid, Wiring Harness

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.