OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P057F Battery A State of Charge Performance

The battery monitor reports a State of Charge (SoC) value that does not match the rest-voltage and current pattern - typically a battery near end of life, sulfation, or a deep discharge that the SoC algorithm has not converged on.

Is it safe to drive with P057F?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyBattery aged or sulfated

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Easy
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.4–1.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Battery A, Battery Monitor Module

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.