What does code U0250 mean?

Q: What does code U0250 mean?

Lost Communication With Impact Classification System Module. U0250 means the vehicle's main computer has lost communication with the impact classification system module, which is the component that tells the airbag control unit how severe a crash is so it can deploy the right restraints. The computer detects this when it stops receiving the module's periodic status messages over the controller area network (CAN) bus for a set period.

DTC codes / U02xx · Lost communication with a control module / U0250

U0250Lost Communication With Impact Classification System Module

U0250 means the vehicle's main computer has lost communication with the impact classification system module, which is the component that tells the airbag control unit how severe a crash is so it can deploy the right restraints. The computer detects this when it stops receiving the module's periodic status messages over the controller area network (CAN) bus for a set period.

SystemNetwork

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyProfessional

AreaLost communication with a control module

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.