OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D3A Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit Low
The ECM detects a low fault on the battery charger a input current sensor circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0D3A?
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
- 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
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- P0D3BBattery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit High
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- P0D3DBattery Charger A Input Voltage Sensor A Circuit
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.