P0430 — Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2)

P0430 means catalyst system efficiency below threshold (bank 2). Same as P0420, but for bank 2 (the other side of a V6/V8). Your second catalytic converter's efficiency has dropped belo

Safe to drive

You can keep driving — get it checked when convenient.

What it means

Same as P0420, but for bank 2 (the other side of a V6/V8). Your second catalytic converter's efficiency has dropped below the threshold.

Most likely causes, ranked

  1. Worn catalytic converter (bank 2)

    Age-related degradation.

  2. Failing bank 2 downstream O2 sensor

    Rule out the sensor first — it's the cheap fix.

  3. Exhaust leak on bank 2

    Skews sensor readings.

  4. Oil consumption or rich running

    Poisons the catalyst.

  5. Unresolved misfires

    Overheats the converter.

Typical repair cost

Typically $200–$2500

O2 sensor typically $200–$400; converter typically $1,000–$2,500. Estimates vary by vehicle. Costs are estimates and vary by vehicle, location, and shop.

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Common questions

Is P0430 serious?

Safe to drive. Fix before your next emissions test, and rule out the O2 sensor before paying for a converter.

How much does it cost to fix P0430?

Typically $200–$2500. O2 sensor typically $200–$400; converter typically $1,000–$2,500. Estimates vary by vehicle.

Can I drive with P0430?

You can keep driving — get it checked when convenient.

What causes P0430?

The most common cause is worn catalytic converter (bank 2). Age-related degradation.

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