Code result

U0013

Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low

Moderate severity

What it means

The CAN-Low signal of the medium-speed bus is shorted to ground. Comfort and body modules can no longer exchange messages and trigger several user-visible faults at once (windows, locking, lighting).

Is it safe to drive?

Use caution

The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.

Most likely causes

  • CAN-Low shorted to ground

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Water ingress in door connector

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

  • Gateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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