C0063 code meaning
Yaw Rate Sensor
Chassis system Generic code C00xx codes Check engine light
What C0063 means
C0063 flags the yaw rate signal, the rotation about the vertical axis that stability control compares with a reference built from steering angle, lateral acceleration and speed. A lasting gap means understeer or oversteer, so a corrupt signal would trigger wrong interventions; the module therefore stores the code and stops ESC when the value is out of range, frozen, noisy or implausible. FCA documents two variants on the Jeep Compass: C0063-29, invalid signal, with C0061-29 and C0062-29 on 2022 models, cured by ABS software (08-007-23), and C0063-9A, component or system operating conditions, on 2024 models, where the MIL is on and the driver assistance module is reprogrammed (08-128-24). Normal braking stays available throughout.
C0063 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.6 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of C0063
- Stability control disabled
- ABS/ESC warning lamp on
- Unexpected or absent stability intervention
Common causes of C0063
- Most likelyABS or driver assistance module software (FCA 08-007-23, 08-128-24)
- PossibleYaw rate gyro failed or out of range
- Less likelySensor cluster loose or shifted on its mount
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Inertial sensor cluster
What each part of C0063 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 63 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0063 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about C0063
What does C0063 mean?
C0063 means "Yaw Rate Sensor". C0063 flags the yaw rate signal, the rotation about the vertical axis that stability control compares with a reference built from steering angle, lateral acceleration and speed. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0063?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C0063 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C0063 fail an emissions test?
C0063 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is C0063 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.6 to 3 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C0063 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.