Code result
P0C89
Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor I Range/Performance
High severity
What it means
The HV battery temperature sensor I reports a range/performance fault. Cell-group temperature monitoring impaired on this channel.
Is it safe to drive?
No — stop driving
This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.
Most likely causes
Sensor characteristic drifted
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Sensor mounting displaced
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Sensor element aged beyond calibration window
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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