OBD Guide

U0516

Invalid Data Received From Door Switch A

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Functions associated with this door do not work (for example, interior lighting)
  • Error on the dashboard
  • Incorrect operation of the central locking
  • Problems with seat/mirror position memory (if linked to this door)

Causes

  • Door switch fault A
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Problems with connection in the CAN bus
  • Body Control Module (BCM) Malfunction
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check the mechanical operation of the door switch
  2. Check the sensor circuit for open/short circuit
  3. Check the quality of connections and contacts
  4. Scan the body control module for other errors
  5. If necessary, replace the door switch

Related codes

Error U0516 by Vehicle Brand