OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0515 Battery Temperature Sensor Circuit
A general circuit fault is detected on the battery temperature sensor - open or short on supply, signal or ground.
Is it safe to drive with P0515?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyOpen in sensor or wiring
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced power output or limp mode
- Charging may fail or be slowed
- Reduced electric range
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.4–1 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Battery Temperature Sensor
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.