OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D5A Proximity Detection Circuit A Intermittent/Erratic
The proximity detection circuit A (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a circuit a intermittent/erratic condition. Charging cable plug detection impaired.
Is it safe to drive with P0D5A?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyPlug not seated firmly
- PossibleVibration affects contact
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
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
- P2E8BProximity Detection Circuit B Intermittent/Erratic
- P0D57Proximity Detection Circuit A Range/Performance
- P0D58Proximity Detection Circuit A Low
- P0D59Proximity Detection Circuit A High
- P0D5BBattery Charger 14 Volt Output Power Performance
- P0D5CBattery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Output Power Performance
- P0D5DBattery Charger Hybrid/EV System Discharge Time Too Short
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.