OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0CF7 Control Pilot Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
The control pilot signal (SAE J1772 / IEC 61851 charging) reports a circuit intermittent/erratic condition. EV charging handshake compromised.
Is it safe to drive with P0CF7?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyPilot connector not seated
- PossibleNoisy ground reference
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
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
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.