U0513 code meaning
Invalid Data Received From Yaw Rate Sensor Module
What U0513 means
A yaw rate sensor reports how quickly the body rotates about its vertical axis, and stability control weighs that rotation against steering angle, wheel speeds and sideways acceleration. U0513 means frames from a separate yaw rate sensor module do arrive, but the receiver rejects them: value out of range, invalid-status bit, wrong counter or checksum. No manufacturer publishes setting criteria for this code. GM's 2011 Saab 9-5 shows a different layout: yaw and lateral sensing share one multi-axis unit, and corrupt frames are stored as U0125 with failure types 71, 72 or 74. Toyota's Sequoia case (NHTSA PE16-006) shows the physical risk, as a drifting offset produced unwanted brake pulses until VSC switched itself off. Expect ESC and traction lamps and no stability intervention; U0123 means the module is silent.
U0513 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of U0513
- ESC/stability control and traction control warning lamps on
- Stability control interventions unavailable
- Driver assistance relying on vehicle motion data switched off
Common causes of U0513
- PossibleSensor element drifting or giving an offset the receiver flags as implausible
- PossibleLoose mounting or corroded connector at the sensor module
- PossibleSensor module or brake controller software/configuration not matching after replacement
- Less likelyDisturbed CAN signals (wiring, terminating resistor, interference)
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Yaw rate sensor module
What each part of U0513 means
| U | Network system: communication between the control modules (CAN bus). |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 13 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note U0513 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 U0513
What does U0513 mean?
U0513 means "Invalid Data Received From Yaw Rate Sensor Module". A yaw rate sensor reports how quickly the body rotates about its vertical axis, and stability control weighs that rotation against steering angle, wheel speeds and sideways acceleration. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with U0513?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With U0513 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will U0513 fail an emissions test?
U0513 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 U0513 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will U0513 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.