OBD-II code · Body
B0239 License Plate Lamp Circuit
The body control module has detected a fault in the license plate lamp circuit. The lamp does not match the commanded state.
Is it safe to drive with B0239?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyBulb burned out
- PossibleWiring open or socket corroded
Symptoms
- Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
- Comfort or safety function impaired
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.2–1 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- License Plate Lamp, Body Wiring Harness
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.