OBD-II code · Network
U05C0 Invalid Data Received From Interior Lighting Control Module B
A receiving module detected implausible data from interior lighting control module B. Ambient lighting zone, reading lamp or door courtesy light commands fail plausibility checks and are rejected.
Is it safe to drive with U05C0?
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
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Interior Lighting Module B
Related codes
- U054BInvalid Data Received From Interior Lighting Control Module A
- U05BDInvalid Data Received From Localization and Mapping Module
- U05BEInvalid Data Received From Night Vision Control Module
- U05BFInvalid Data Received From Trailer Backup Assist Control Module
- U05C1Invalid Data Received From Active Radiator Air Flow Control Module A
- U0600Internal Control Module Memory Reset
- U0601Internal Control Module Software Incompatibility
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.