P0A60 code meaning
Drive Motor A Phase V Current
Powertrain system Generic code P0Axx codes Check engine light
What P0A60 means
P0A60 covers the current in phase V of drive motor A. Toyota uses it with sub codes: a field report filed with NHTSA describes a 2006 Highlander Hybrid whose master warning lit and which would not move; P0A60 sub code 501 had set first, followed by P0A63, P0A78 and P0AEF, all returning at once after clearing, and the inverter assembly was replaced. Another Highlander showed P0A60 and P0A63 together with the generator phase codes P0A72 and P0A75, again an inverter fault; Toyota lists only V and W phases there, matching inverters that measure two phases and calculate the third. Audi stores P0A6000 on the 2021-23 Q5 e quattro for a faulty high-voltage phase lead. P0A61/P0A62 are low and high, P0A5D and P0A63 phases U and W.
P0A60 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor1.5 to 8 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0A60
- Master warning or drive system fault message, MIL
- Vehicle will not move or start
Common causes of P0A60
- Most likelyInternal fault in the inverter assembly (Toyota Highlander Hybrid)
- PossibleHigh-voltage phase V cable or weld joint faulty (Audi Q5 e quattro)
- PossiblePhase V current sensor failed
- Less likelyWinding fault in phase V of drive motor A
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Drive motor a phase vInverter
What each part of P0A60 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| A | Area: hybrid propulsion. |
| 60 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0A60 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P0A60
What does P0A60 mean?
P0A60 means "Drive Motor A Phase V Current". P0A60 covers the current in phase V of drive motor A. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0A60?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P0A60 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P0A60 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P0A60 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P0A60 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 1.5 to 8 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0A60 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.