P0D94 code meaning
Battery Charger Coupler Lock Control Circuit Performance
What P0D94 means
P0D94 is the functional check of the locking step: the wiring tests fine, yet after a lock command the feedback from the actuator does not confirm that the pin arrived in its locked position. Two makers publish it. Ford's TSBs 22-2355 and 23-2014 tie it to a broken or missing pin in the DC charge-port lock actuator of 2021–2023 Mach-E, e-Transit and Lightning models, cured with a new actuator. Audi logs P0D9400 in charger J1050 (address 00C6) of 2024–2026 Q4 e-tron models: the plug at times neither locks nor releases, the charge LED switches to red and the cluster reports restricted AC charging. Audi blames charger software, warns that a new control unit does not help and fixes it with the combined update ID.S 5.6.3 (TSB 2083187). Electrical faults are P0D91–P0D93.
P0D94 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0D94
- Charging aborts or does not start; DC fast charging unavailable
- Charge cable cannot be removed except with the manual release
- Charge LED changes from green to red, AC charging restricted message (Audi)
Common causes of P0D94
- Most likelyLocking pin broken or missing (Ford)
- Most likelySoftware fault in the on-board charger, fixed by update (Audi)
- PossibleActuator mechanism binding from dirt, ice or wear
- Less likelyCharge plug not fully seated, so the pin cannot engage
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Charge port lock actuatorWiring harnessOn board charger
What each part of P0D94 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 94 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0D94 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 P0D94
What does P0D94 mean?
P0D94 means "Battery Charger Coupler Lock Control Circuit Performance". P0D94 is the functional check of the locking step: the wiring tests fine, yet after a lock command the feedback from the actuator does not confirm that the pin arrived in its locked position. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0D94?
P0D94 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will P0D94 fail an emissions test?
P0D94 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P0D94 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0D94 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.