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U053B Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Module A

Check engine lightUsually off
EmissionsNot relevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modeNo

Image processing modules evaluate camera data for assistance functions, and module A is the one most often named in service literature. GM's 2025 brake controller tables (25OBDG04A) check protection values and rolling counters in messages from the object fusion controller (EOCM); 3 errors in a window of 16 frames set U053B as Type C without MIL, and the test pauses outside 9 to 16 V. Ford's OBD summaries let the PCM store it, non-MIL, on Remote Park Assist and Auto Hitch programs. On the 2025 Maverick, IPMA software caused U053B:56 in the cluster (SSM 53385, update per SSM 54423). The 2025 Jeep Compass logs U053B 81 after a 12 V disconnect until the steering angle is relearned. GM's Lyriq bulletin PIC6500A lists it among codes held by the Lyriq camera processor. Lost communication is U023A.

Likely causes

Software in image processing module A (update available, e.g. Ford Maverick)
Steering angle not relearned after battery disconnect or transport mode (Jeep Compass)
Front camera not calibrated after windshield or module replacement
Supply voltage outside the valid window during start-up

Symptoms

  • Lane keeping or adaptive cruise unavailable message
  • Remote park assist or automatic hitch function refused
  • Code stored without noticeable symptoms

Repair estimate

DifficultyMediumWorkshop job
Parts and labour€0–600
Time0.2–2 h

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

Parts involved

image processing module a

Related codes

U023AU053CU053DU0566

References: gsi.ext.gm.com, fordservicecontent.com, fordservicecontent.com, static.nhtsa.gov.