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C1187: C1187: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction

on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

Fix Cost
$200 - $800
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2020 Chevrolet
SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP
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📖 What Does C1187 Mean on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP?

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system has detected a malfunction, which may cause the vehicle to lose traction or stability.
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Symptoms

  • • Vibration
  • • loss of traction
  • • or pulling to one side
  • • sudden loss of power
  • • or the vehicle's stability control system is disabled.
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty ESC sensor
  • • faulty wheel speed sensor
  • • faulty yaw rate sensor
  • • faulty steering angle sensor
  • • or a software issue.
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How to Fix C1187 on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

1. Check and clear any trouble codes. 2. Inspect and clean all sensors. 3. Replace faulty sensors. 4. Update software if necessary. 5. Check and repair any wiring issues.

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Related Diagnostic Codes

Other codes that may appear with C1187

C1185 Sequential Code

C1185: Suspension Damper or Mount Fault

Medium
C1186 Sequential Code

C1186: Steering Column Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

Medium
C1188 Sequential Code

C1188: Traction Control Malfunction

Medium
C1189 Sequential Code

C1189: Wheel Speed Sensor Malfunction

Medium

💡 Why These Codes Are Related:

  • • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
  • • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
  • • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
  • • Same System: Components within the same automotive system