OBD Guide

P2DFC

Hybrid/EV Battery Coolant Leak Detected

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$17–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hybrid system warning on dashboard
  • Reduced power or range of an electric vehicle
  • Battery compartment overheating
  • Visible traces of coolant under the car
  • Increased cooling system noise

Causes

  • Damage to pipes or hoses of the cooling system
  • Leaky connections in the cooling circuit
  • Defective battery heat exchanger
  • Damage to seals or gaskets
  • Corrosion of cooling system components

How to Fix

  1. Visual inspection of the cooling system for leaks
  2. Checking the level and condition of the coolant
  3. Diagnostics of pressure in the cooling system
  4. Replacing damaged system components
  5. Filling the system with special coolant

Related codes

Error P2DFC by Vehicle Brand