OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0AA0 Hybrid/EV Battery Positive Contactor Circuit
The HV battery positive contactor circuit reports a generic fault. Main HV power path cannot be commanded reliably.
Is it safe to drive with P0AA0?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyContactor failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
- Less likelyPack cell imbalance approaching service threshold
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
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 2–8 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Hv Battery Positive Contactor, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P0A9DHybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low
- P0A9EHybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor A Circuit High
- P0A9FHybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P0AA1Hybrid Battery Positive Contactor Circuit
- P0AA2Hybrid/EV Battery Positive Contactor Circuit Stuck Open
- P0AA3Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.