U0553

Invalid Data Received From Lighting Control Module - Rear B

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Taillights or brake lights that don't work
Flashing or unstable rear lights
Lighting error message on dashboard
Incorrect operation of rear turn indicators

Causes

Broken or damaged wires to the lighting module
Oxidation of contacts in module connectors
Rear lighting module malfunction
CAN bus problems
Software error in the module

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the module
Clean the contacts in the lighting module connectors
Check the power supply and ground of the module
Scan for other CAN bus errors
Replace the rear lighting module if necessary

Related codes

U0551 U0552 U0554