What does code U0292 mean?

Q: What does code U0292 mean?

Lost Communication With Drive Motor Control Module B. U0292 is a network communication code indicating that the engine control module or another primary module has lost contact with the drive motor control module B over the vehicle's controller area network bus. The computer has detected that expected periodic messages from this module have stopped arriving within the required time window, which points to a fault in the module's power, ground, network wiring, or the module itself.

DTC codes / U02xx · Lost communication with a control module / U0292

U0292Lost Communication With Drive Motor Control Module B

U0292 is a network communication code indicating that the engine control module or another primary module has lost contact with the drive motor control module B over the vehicle's controller area network bus. The computer has detected that expected periodic messages from this module have stopped arriving within the required time window, which points to a fault in the module's power, ground, network wiring, or the module itself.

SystemNetwork

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityHigh

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.