OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0CF3 Control Pilot Circuit /Open
The control pilot signal (SAE J1772 / IEC 61851 charging) reports a circuit /open condition. EV charging handshake compromised.
Is it safe to drive with P0CF3?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyOpen in pilot wire
- PossibleEVSE charging cable disconnected
Symptoms
- Charge status indicator shows fault
- Charging may not start or interrupts
- Slower-than-expected charge rate
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Control Pilot Circuit, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P0CF0Hybrid/EV Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low
- P0CF1Hybrid/EV Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit High
- P0CF2Hybrid/EV Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P0CF4Control Pilot Circuit Range/Performance
- P0CF5Control Pilot Circuit Low
- P0CF6Control Pilot Circuit High
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.