OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D4B Battery Charger 14 Volt Output Current Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
The ECM detects a intermittent/erratic fault on the battery charger 14 volt output current sensor circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0D4B?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor 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
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Battery Charger 14v Output Current Sensor, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
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- P0D49Battery Charger 14 Volt Output Current Sensor Circuit Low
- P0D4ABattery Charger 14 Volt Output Current Sensor Circuit High
- P0D4CBattery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Voltage Sensor Circuit
- P0D4DBattery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Voltage Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
- P0D4EBattery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Voltage Sensor Circuit Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.