C0073 on 2013-2022 Ford Escape — Lateral Acceleration (Lateral G) Sensor Output Abnormal
1 vehicles · 1 makes · $100-$1,700 repair
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C0073 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Lateral Acceleration (Lateral G) Sensor Output Abnormal.” This code relates to the lateral acceleration (lateral G) sensor, which measures sideways force on the vehicle and feeds data to the electronic stability control system. The control module detected an abnormal, out-of-range, or implausible output from this sensor. Because stability control uses lateral-G data to detect skidding and understeer/oversteer, the system may disable stability/traction control until the fault is resolved. Base braking is unaffected, but the vehicle loses its electronic skid-prevention assistance. This code is most commonly reported on 2013-2022 Ford Escape, with repair costs ranging from $100 to $1,700.
Common Causes
Typical Repair Cost
Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.
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FAQ
What does C0073 mean?
C0073 stands for "Lateral Acceleration (Lateral G) Sensor Output Abnormal." This code relates to the lateral acceleration (lateral G) sensor, which measures sideways force on the vehicle and feeds data to the electronic stability control system. The control module detected an abnormal, out-of-range, or implausible output from this sensor. Because stability control uses lateral-G data to detect skidding and understeer/oversteer, the system may disable stability/traction control until the fault is resolved. Base braking is unaffected, but the vehicle loses its electronic skid-prevention assistance.
What are the most common causes of C0073?
The most common causes of C0073 are: Faulty lateral acceleration / yaw-rate sensor, Loose or improperly mounted sensor, Damaged sensor wiring or connector, Sensor not calibrated after suspension/alignment work, Corrosion or poor ground at the sensor, Internal sensor module failure, Software/calibration mismatch in the stability module. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix C0073?
Repair costs for C0073 range from $100 to $1,700, depending on the vehicle and root cause.
Which vehicles are affected by C0073?
Au7o has documented C0073 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Ford.
Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.