OBD Guide

P0E86

Battery Charger B Input Voltage Too Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Low battery warning on dashboard
  • Reduced performance of the hybrid system
  • Problems starting the car
  • Disabling some electronic systems
  • Check Engine Light Flashing

Causes

  • Generator malfunction
  • Damaged or corroded charging circuit wires
  • Battery B fault
  • Problems with the charging control module
  • Poor contact in the charging system connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check voltage at battery terminals B
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and charging system connectors
  3. Test the generator for proper operation
  4. Check the condition of battery B
  5. Scan the charging control module for errors

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