OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P06B0 Sensor Power Supply A Circuit Open

Sensor Power Supply A Circuit Open: the circuit is open. Sensors fed from this rail lose their supply and read invalid.

Is it safe to drive with P06B0?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyOpen in supply rail
  • Less likelyPin pushed back out of connector body
  • Less likelyCracked solder joint inside the module or sensor

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
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Sensor Power Supply A

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