OBD Guide

B3890

Trailer Backup Lamps Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Trailer tail lights do not work
  • Trailer rear lights flashing
  • Error message on the dashboard

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wiring harness
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Rear light relay malfunction
  • Problems with the trailer control module

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the trailer wiring harness
  2. Inspect connectors for oxidation or damage
  3. Check the taillight relay
  4. Diagnose the trailer control module

Related codes

Error B3890 by Vehicle Brand