OBD Guide

U0293

Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module

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
  • Disabling hybrid features
  • Problems with charging a high-voltage battery

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the CAN bus
  • Malfunction of the hybrid transmission control module
  • Module power problems
  • Corroded or damaged connectors
  • Software error in the control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus and wiring
  2. Diagnose control module power supply
  3. Inspect and clean all connectors
  4. Scan all modules for errors
  5. Update control unit software
  6. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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