P0C95 code meaning
Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor K Circuit High
Powertrain system Generic code P0Cxx codes Check engine light
What P0C95 means
P0C95 is set when sensor K delivers a voltage above its valid range. In the usual NTC layout a broken circuit allows the bias resistor to drive the input high, so the controller sees an impossibly cold module. In 19OBDG02 (GM, 2019) a reading colder than −69 °C in 8 out of 10 checks counts as failed, Type B; the 2012 Volt table accepts readings only down to −40 °C, equal to an ADC count of 4,000. Mitsubishi names it an open of sensor [10] on the 2018 Outlander PHEV, above 3.97 V for 2 s. Look for a pushed-out terminal, a broken wire or an unplugged connector before replacing parts. Drivers may see reduced electric power or a warning that the battery is too cold. P0C94 is the matching short-circuit code.
P0C95 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.5 to 5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P0C95
- Battery-too-cold or plug-in-to-warm message in mild weather
- Electric power reduced or unavailable
Common causes of P0C95
- Most likelyOpen circuit or disconnected plug at sensor K
- PossibleThermistor K open internally
- Less likelySensor lead damaged during earlier work on the pack
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Hv battery temp sensor kWiring harnessBms
What each part of P0C95 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| C | Area: hybrid propulsion. |
| 95 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0C95 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 P0C95
What does P0C95 mean?
P0C95 means "Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor K Circuit High". P0C95 is set when sensor K delivers a voltage above its valid range. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0C95?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P0C95 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P0C95 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P0C95 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 P0C95 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0C95 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.