OBD-II code · Network
U0516 Invalid Data Received From Door Switch A
A receiving module detected implausible data from door switch A. Open/closed state or contact bounce values fail plausibility checks and are rejected.
Is it safe to drive with U0516?
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
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–1 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Door Switch A
Related codes
- U0517Invalid Data Received From Door Switch B
- U0518Invalid Data Received From Door Switch C
- U0519Invalid Data Received From Door Switch D
- U051AInvalid Data Received From Door Switch E
- U0522Invalid Data Received From Door Switch G
- U0513Invalid Data Received From Yaw Rate Sensor Module
- U0514Invalid Data Received From Mirror Control Module A
- U0515Invalid Data Received From Remote Function Actuation Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.