OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0E26 Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit High
The ECM detects a high fault on the drive motor inverter temperature sensor g circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.
Is it safe to drive with P0E26?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire shorted to B+
- PossibleOpen sensor
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced motor power or torque
- Possible limp mode or vehicle shutdown
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Drive Motor Inverter Temp Sensor G, Wiring Harness, Hybrid Control Module
Related codes
- P0E2BDrive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor H Circuit High
- P0E23Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit
- P0E24Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Range/Performance
- P0E25Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Low
- P0E27Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P0E28Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor H Circuit
- P0E29Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor H Circuit Range/Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.