What does code U026C mean?

Q: What does code U026C mean?

Lost Communication With Image Processing Sensor H. U026C is a generic network communication code indicating that a control module on the vehicle's Controller Area Network (CAN) bus has lost contact with the Image Processing Sensor H, which is one of several camera or vision modules used for driver-assistance features. The module that set the code expected regular status messages from that sensor and stopped receiving them for a calibrated period, so it flagged the sensor as offline.

DTC codes / U02xx · Lost communication with a control module / U026C

U026CLost Communication With Image Processing Sensor H

U026C is a generic network communication code indicating that a control module on the vehicle's Controller Area Network (CAN) bus has lost contact with the Image Processing Sensor H, which is one of several camera or vision modules used for driver-assistance features. The module that set the code expected regular status messages from that sensor and stopped receiving them for a calibrated period, so it flagged the sensor as offline.

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.