What does code U0512 mean?

Q: What does code U0512 mean?

Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Module D. U0512 is a communication fault indicating that the seat control module (the computer that manages power seat position, memory, and heating/cooling functions) is sending data that other modules on the vehicle's controller area network (CAN) bus consider invalid or corrupted. The module receiving the message detects that the data does not match expected values or fails a checksum, so it stores this code and may disable or default certain seat functions.

DTC codes / U05xx · Network communication / U0512

U0512Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Module D

U0512 is a communication fault indicating that the seat control module (the computer that manages power seat position, memory, and heating/cooling functions) is sending data that other modules on the vehicle's controller area network (CAN) bus consider invalid or corrupted. The module receiving the message detects that the data does not match expected values or fails a checksum, so it stores this code and may disable or default certain seat functions.

SystemNetwork

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityLow

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaNetwork communication

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