OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0DE6 Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Cell Voltage Low
The BMS detects at least one cell with voltage below the safe lower limit. Risk of cell damage from deep discharge.
Is it safe to drive with P0DE6?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyCell heavily aged - capacity reduced
- PossibleDeep discharge event
- Less likelyPack cell imbalance approaching service threshold
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced power output or limp mode
- Charging may fail or be slowed
- Reduced electric range
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 4–18 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Hv Battery Pack, Bms
Related codes
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- P0DE5Charge Status Indicator B Control Circuit/Open
- P0DE7Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Cell Voltage High
- P0DE8Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Control Valve C Control Circuit/Open
- P0DE9Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Coolant Control Valve C Performance/Stuck Off
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.