OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0183 Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit High Input
The fuel temperature sensor A signal exceeds the maximum threshold. Likely shorted to voltage, open ground or sensor open-circuit.
Is it safe to drive with P0183?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire shorted to voltage
- PossibleSensor open-circuit
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Fuel Temperature Sensor A, Sensor Wiring
Related codes
- P0188Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit High Input
- P0180Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
- P0181Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range / Performance
- P0182Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input
- P0184Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent
- P0185Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
- P0186Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range / Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.