Powertrain, generic · Hybrid propulsion

P0DA0 Battery Charger A Coupler Lock Position Sensor Circuit Low

Check engine lightUsually off
EmissionsNot relevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modeNo

P0DA0 means the lock position feedback sits at the bottom of its range, typically from a signal wire shorted to ground. Mitsubishi documents it for the 2023 Outlander PHEV: with the IGCT supply on, the PHEV-ECU detects a low input from the lock position reading. The sensor sits in the charge connector lock actuator, part of the inlet harness; the signal line should carry battery voltage at the unplugged connector, and the sensor should measure 16.8 kΩ, give or take 0.84 kΩ. Depending on the result, technicians repair the line, replace the inlet harness or replace the PHEV-ECU. Ford names P0DA0:00 in TSBs 22-2355 and 23-2014 for its 2021 to 2023 electric models, alongside P0D9E, after a broken lock pin; there only the actuator is replaced. The opposite fault is P0DA1.

Likely causes

Lock position signal line shorted to ground (Mitsubishi)
Actuator pin broken after the plug was pulled while latched (Ford)
Position sensor in the inlet harness outside its resistance specification
PHEV-ECU input defective

Symptoms

  • DC fast charging not possible
  • Charger Service Required message (Ford)
  • Plug is not latched or charging ends right after start

Repair estimate

DifficultyMediumWorkshop job
Parts and labour€100–800
Time0.5–2 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

charge port lock actuatorwiring harnesson board charger

Related codes

P0DA1P0D9EP0D9FP0DA2P0D93P0D94

References: mitsubishitechinfo.com, static.nhtsa.gov, static.nhtsa.gov, patents.google.com.