OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0BD0 Generator Inverter Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
The ECM detects a circuit intermittent/erratic fault on the generator inverter temperature sensor a circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0BD0?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor connector not seated
- PossibleNoisy ground reference
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Generator Inverter Temp Sensor A, Wiring Harness, Hybrid Control Module
Related codes
- P0BCDGenerator Inverter Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
- P0BCEGenerator Inverter Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low
- P0BCFGenerator Inverter Temperature Sensor A Circuit High
- P0BD1Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor C Circuit
- P0BD2Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor C Circuit Range/Performance
- P0BD3Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor C Circuit Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.