C0234

VDC Failure

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–333 (est.)

Symptoms

The ESP/VDC indicator on the dashboard lights up
Stabilization system does not work
The car may have poorer road holding on slippery surfaces.

Causes

Faulty steering angle sensors
Problems with wheel speed sensors
ESP hydraulic module malfunction
Damage to the VDC wiring harness
Software error in the ESP control unit

How to Fix

Diagnose the ESP/VDC system using a scanner
Check the condition of the wheel speed sensors and their wiring
Check the steering angle sensor
Inspect the ESP hydraulic module for leaks
If necessary, reflash the ESP control unit
Replace faulty components

Related codes

C0034 C0035 C0040 C0051