OBD Guide

P0AA2

Hybrid/EV Battery Positive Contactor Circuit Stuck Open

Severity
🚨 Critical
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Vehicle does not switch to READY mode
  • Lack of traction when pressing the gas pedal
  • Check engine light comes on
  • Warning messages appearing about a malfunction of the hybrid system
  • Reduced power or complete loss of power

Causes

  • Battery positive contactor fault
  • Open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit
  • Problems with power or grounding of the contactor circuit
  • Malfunction of the hybrid control module (HCM)
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the battery contactor
  2. Check the integrity of the contactor control circuit
  3. Check fuses and relays associated with the system
  4. Scan the hybrid system control module for additional errors
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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