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P2D63: Battery Charging System Negative Contactor C Stuck Closed

Standardized SAE J2012 code · P2Dxx codes

What does P2D63 mean?

The negative contactor C of the battery charging system reports a stuck closed condition. HV charging path cannot be commanded reliably.

The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.

Common causes

  • High Contactor contacts welded closed
  • Medium Output driver stuck on
  • Low Carbon or debris buildup preventing free movement

Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.

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