OBD Guide

U01AD

Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Battery Interface Control Module N

Severity
🚨 Critical
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 power or inability to start
  • Errors in the hybrid/electric powertrain system
  • Inability to charge high voltage battery

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wires in the CAN bus
  • Battery management module malfunction
  • Control module power problems
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors
  • Software error or need for software update

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus and wiring harness
  2. Check power and grounding of the control module
  3. Inspect connectors for corrosion or damage
  4. Diagnose the battery control module
  5. Update software if necessary
  6. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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