OBD Guide

P0B61

Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage Sense H Circuit High

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • Reducing electric range
  • Incorrect battery level readings
  • The car may go into emergency mode

Causes

  • High voltage battery fault
  • Problems in the voltage measurement circuit
  • Short circuit in wiring
  • Battery management module (BMS) malfunction
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the high-voltage battery
  2. Test voltage measurement circuit
  3. Inspect connectors and wiring for damage
  4. Check Battery Management Module (BMS) operation
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

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