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PowertrainP0D21

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low

16 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 16

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0D21Throttle Position Sensor. High Signal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
DFFSP0D21Input failure on the right side of audio equipment BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0D21Laadija 'A' väljpinge liiga madal BrandPowertrain
FordP0D21Case1-1 Ch0 BrandPowertrain
GMP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
HoldenP0D21Battery Charger Output Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP0D21OBC Output Voltage Too Low BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0D21Battery Charger Output Voltage Too Low BrandPowertrain
OpelP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
PeugeotP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
SaabP0D21Battery Charger A Output Voltage Too Low SAEPowertrain
ToyotaP0D21Input failure on the right side of audio equipment BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0D21 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP0D21A2The output voltage of the on-board charger is too low. The system voltage is too low. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0D21FAThe output voltage of the on-board charger is too low.DCDC1 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0D21FBThe output voltage of the on-board charger is too low.DCDC2 BrandPowertrain

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