OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2E96 Charge Port Door B Open Request Switch Circuit High
The charge port door B open request switch reports a circuit high condition. Operator request for charge port unlocking is unreliable.
Is it safe to drive with P2E96?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySwitch failed
- PossibleWiring fault
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Symptoms
- Charge status indicator shows fault
- Charging may not start or interrupts
- Slower-than-expected charge rate
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Charge Port Door B Request Switch, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
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- P2E93Charge Port Door B Open Request Switch Circuit
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- P2E95Charge Port Door B Open Request Switch Circuit Low
- P2E97Charge Port Door B Open Request Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P2E98Charge Port Door B Position Sensor Circuit
- P2E99Charge Port Door B Position Sensor Circuit Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.