OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0CDC Drive Motor A Position Sensor Circuit C Circuit Low
The position sensor channel C of drive motor A reports a circuit low fault. The drive motor's position, current and temperature are watched continuously; a fault here downgrades the inverter to a safe operating point or triggers torque reduction.
Is it safe to drive with P0CDC?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire shorted to ground
- PossibleInternal sensor short
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
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 A Position Sensor C, Wiring Harness, Hybrid Control Module
Related codes
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.