OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P26E0 Sensor Power Supply D Circuit Low

The 5 V supply rail D is below the expected level. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.

Is it safe to drive with P26E0?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyReference wire shorted to ground
  • PossibleSensor on the rail shorted internally to ground
  • Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.8–4 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Control Module, Sensor Supply D, Sensors On Rail D

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.