PowertrainP1561

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

System voltage low voltage

24 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

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 24

Brand	Code	Description	System
BAIC Motor	P1561	Manufacturer Controlled DTC Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P1561	Cruise Vent Solenoid Brand	Powertrain
Daihatsu	P1561	Brake negative pressure sensor 1 error Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P1561	Drivetrain status line short to low voltage Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P1561	Akusensor Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
GM	P1561	Cruise Vent Solenoid Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Honda	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Land Rover	P1561	Brake Line Pressure Sensor Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Mahindra	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Perodua	P1561	Brake negative pressure sensor 1 error Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P1561	Current sensor 2 Brand	Powertrain
Saab	P1561	Cruise Vent Solenoid Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P1561	No description available	Powertrain
Toyota	P1561	System voltage low voltage Brand	Powertrain

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.

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