U0183

Lost Communication With Lighting Control Module - Rear A

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Taillights or brake lights do not work
Flashing or uneven operation of rear lights
Error message on the dashboard
Activating emergency lighting mode
Problems with other electronic systems in the car

Causes

Open or short circuit in the module power supply circuit
Rear lighting control module malfunction
Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
Failures in ECU software
Corroded contacts or damaged wiring

How to Fix

Check fuses and relays associated with the lighting system
Inspect connectors and wiring harness for damage
Check the voltage at the lighting module terminals
Scan the module for errors using diagnostic equipment
If necessary, replace the rear light control module

Related codes

U0184 U0182 U0180