OBD-II fault code

U0062: Vehicle Communication Bus D (-) High

What it means

Bus D low-side line voltage above expected range. A communication loss with this module breaks any function relying on its data — diagnostic tools may show 'no response' and dependent modules can fall into limp mode.

At a glance

  • Usually lights the warning light of the system that lost communication
  • The engine or gearbox may go into limp mode

How it works

Vehicle communication bus D uses positive and negative conductors to exchange messages among connected modules. U0062 is set when the negative (low-side) line is above its expected electrical range, making communication on the affected bus unreliable.

Common causes

Most likely first.

  1. Wire shorted to battery
  2. Gateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly
  3. CAN terminating resistor (120 Ω) drifted out of spec

Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lights may illuminate
  • Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
  • Specific functions inoperative depending on module
  • Diagnostic tools may show communication faults

How to diagnose it

  1. Record all module codes and freeze-frame data, noting any simultaneous bus D communication or line-voltage faults.
  2. Identify nonresponding bus D modules and check whether the fault appears across several nodes.
  3. Inspect the bus D negative wire and connectors for contact with a battery feed, bridged pins, or damaged insulation.
  4. With power isolated as specified by the manufacturer, test for an unintended battery-voltage connection to the negative conductor and inspect the affected wire sections.
  5. Check bus D termination and gateway routing against the manufacturer's diagnostic procedure after excluding wiring damage.

Common fixes

  • Repair insulation damage where the bus D negative line contacts a battery feed.
  • Correct bridged connector pins or replace a damaged connector affecting the negative line.
  • Repair a termination fault if bus D measurements are outside the manufacturer's specification.
  • Repair or replace the gateway only if tests establish that it is routing messages incorrectly.

Can I keep driving?

Limit driving if bus D linked systems are malfunctioning, since communication loss can disable features or cause a module to enter limp mode. Stop if an essential system becomes unreliable, as more functions may be affected.

A code shows where the control module detected a fault, not always which part failed. Check the causes in order and confirm with a test before replacing parts. Have several codes? Check them together

This is a generic code: it means the same on every make. The car’s maker may add more detail in its own service information.

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