NetworkU0538
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Invalid data received from digital audio control module C
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car
1What it means in plain English
Control modules in the car cannot communicate with each other over the vehicle network.
2Common causes
- Wiring or connector fault on the communication bus
- Faulty control module
- Low battery voltage or poor ground
- Water ingress in a connector or module
- Aftermarket device interfering with the bus
3Can I drive?
The car may run normally or may not run at all. If the module that has lost communication controls steering, brakes, park brake, charging or engine cooling, drive only if those systems feel normal; stop safely if the steering becomes heavy, a brake warning appears, or the engine temperature climbs. If the car will not start or runs badly, have it towed.
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 19
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | U0538 | DFC For Stuck Main Relay Error Brand | Network |
| BAIC Motor | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| BYD | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Chery | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Daewoo | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| DFFS | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| DFFX | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| DFXK | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| EOBD | U0538 | Ugyldig data mottatt fra digital lydkontrollmodul C Brand | Network |
| Geely | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| GM | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Great Wall | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Hafei | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Hyundai | U0538 | No description available | Network |
| Land Rover | U0538 | Invalid data received from the digital audio control module C Brand | Network |
| Peugeot | U0538 | No description available | Network |
| Saab | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| MG (SAIC) | U0538 | Invalid Data Received From Digital Audio Control Module C Brand | Network |
| Toyota | U0538 | Invalid data received from digital audio control module C Brand | Network |
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.
5Related codes
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