OBD Guide

U01A1

Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Battery Interface Control Module B

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • The car goes into emergency mode
  • Reduced engine power
  • Problems charging the hybrid battery
  • Inability to switch between driving modes

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Hybrid battery control module malfunction
  • Main control unit malfunction
  • Problems with power supply or module ground
  • Corrosion of contacts or connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness between the modules
  2. Check the power and ground of the battery control module
  3. Inspect connectors for corrosion or damage
  4. Scan the battery management module for additional errors
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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