U0123moderate severityNetwork
Lost Communication with Yaw Rate Sensor Module
on 2008 Ford Taurus 3.5L V6 · FWD
What this code means
Cannot communicate specifically with the yaw rate sensor that measures vehicle rotation.
Symptoms
- Stability control disabled
- ESC warning light
- Yaw rate data unavailable
- Traction control off
Common causes
- Yaw rate sensor failure
- Wiring damage
- Module power loss
- CAN bus issue
- Sensor mounting loose
Diagnostic steps
- Check sensor fuse
- Test sensor power and ground
- Check CAN bus wiring
- Inspect sensor mounting
- Test sensor output
Repair notes
Yaw rate sensor typically mounted centrally in vehicle. Check mounting and wiring.
Other Network codes on this vehicle
U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus