OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D38 Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit
The ECM detects a circuit fault on the battery charger a input current sensor circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0D38?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
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
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P0D35Hybrid/EV Battery System Current Unstable
- P0D36Hybrid/EV Battery System Current Low
- P0D37Hybrid/EV Battery System Current High
- P0D39Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
- P0D3ABattery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit Low
- P0D3BBattery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit High
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.