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U042D Invalid Data Received From Active Vibration Control Module
A receiving module detected implausible data from the active vibration control module (active engine mounts / electric counter-vibration). Command vs. actual values fail plausibility checks and are rejected.
Is it safe to drive with U042D?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyModule internal fault or sensor input drift
- PossibleSoftware version mismatch after replacement
- Less likelyGateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly
Symptoms
- Multiple warning lights may illuminate
- Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
- Specific functions inoperative depending on module
- Diagnostic tools may show communication faults
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Active Vibration Module
Related codes
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- U042BInvalid Data Received From Chassis Control Module A
- U042CInvalid Data Received From Chassis Control Module B
- U042EInvalid Data Received From Generator A Control Module
- U042FInvalid Data Received From Camshaft Position Control Module
- U0430Invalid Data Received from Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.