P0D53

Battery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Current Sensor Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect battery level display
Problems with charging a high-voltage battery
Reduced motor power
Check Engine Light Illuminated
Switching to emergency operation

Causes

Charging current sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in circuit connectors
Problems with the control unit
Corroded contacts or damaged wiring

How to Fix

Check the continuity of the charging current sensor circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for damage
Check the functionality of the current sensor
Scan the control unit for additional errors
If necessary, replace the charging current sensor

Related codes

P0D54 P0D52 P0D51