OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0C43 Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
The ECM detects a range/performance fault on the hybrid/ev battery pack coolant temperature sensor a circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0C43?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor characteristic drifted
- PossibleSensor mounting displaced
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
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
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Hv Battery Pack Coolant Temp Sensor A, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P0CD6Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
- P2D53Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor C Circuit Range/Performance
- P2E75Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor D Circuit Range/Performance
- P0C40DC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor B High
- P0C41DC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor B Intermittent/Erratic
- P0C42Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit
- P0C44Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low
- P0C45Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit High
- P0C46Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.