OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0A46 Drive Motor B Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
The drive motor B rotor position sensor reports a circuit range/performance fault. Phase commutation cannot be controlled reliably.
Is it safe to drive with P0A46?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor mechanically offset
- PossibleElectrical noise on signal line
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced motor power or torque
- Possible limp mode or vehicle shutdown
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 2–8 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Drive Motor B Position Sensor, Wiring Harness, Hybrid Control Module
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.