OBD Guide

P0A0E

High Voltage System Interlock Circuit A Intermittent

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Possible shutdown of the high voltage system
  • Reduced power or engine failure
  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Problems with charging a high-voltage battery

Causes

  • Damage to interlock circuit wiring
  • Oxidation or poor contact in connectors
  • High Voltage Lockout Sensor Malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the high voltage system control module

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the interlock circuit wiring
  2. Inspect and clean connector contacts
  3. Check the resistance of the lock sensor
  4. Scan the control module for additional errors
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer (for high-voltage systems)

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