OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D57 Proximity Detection Circuit A Range/Performance
The proximity detection circuit A (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a circuit a range/performance condition. Charging cable plug detection impaired.
Is it safe to drive with P0D57?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyContact resistance drifted
- PossibleHigh-resistance contact
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Proximity Detection A, Charge Inlet A, Bms
Related codes
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- P0D55Battery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Current Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P0D56Proximity Detection Circuit A
- P0D58Proximity Detection Circuit A Low
- P0D59Proximity Detection Circuit A High
- P0D5AProximity Detection Circuit A Intermittent/Erratic
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.