OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0615 Starter Relay Circuit
General electrical fault on the starter relay control circuit driven by the ECU/PCM. Typical symptom is a no-crank or intermittent crank condition.
Is it safe to drive with P0615?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyStarter relay failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Possible limp mode or no-start
- Multiple follow-up faults across modules
- Reset/relearn may be needed after repair
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.2–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Starter Relay, Relay Wiring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.