OBD Guide

U01A8

Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Battery Interface Control Module I

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • The car goes into emergency mode
  • Reduced engine power
  • Battery charging problems
  • Inability to switch to electric mode

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the CAN bus
  • Problems with power supply to the battery management module
  • Malfunction of the control module itself
  • Corroded or damaged connectors
  • Problems with the module software

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus and wiring
  2. Check the power and ground of the control module
  3. Inspect connectors for corrosion or damage
  4. Diagnose the battery control module
  5. If necessary, replace the control module
  6. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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