OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0CFD Control Pilot Charging Switch A Stuck Off
The control pilot charging switch A reports a stuck off condition. SAE J1772 charging signal handshake may be compromised.
Is it safe to drive with P0CFD?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyContacts oxidised - high resistance
- PossibleActuator failed
- Less likelyCarbon or debris buildup preventing free movement
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 Switch A, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P2DD3Control Pilot Charging Switch B Stuck Off
- P0CFAControl Pilot Charging Switch A Circuit Low
- P0CFBControl Pilot Charging Switch A Circuit High
- P0CFCControl Pilot Charging Switch A Intermittent/Erratic
- P0CFEControl Pilot Charging Switch A Stuck On
- P0CFFHybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Pump A Stuck/Stalled
- P0D00Control Pilot Charging Ventilation Switch Circuit/Open
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.