U0413 code meaning
Invalid Data Received From Battery Energy Control Module B
Network system Generic code U04xx codes Check engine light
What U0413 means
U0413 is the counterpart of U0412 for battery energy control module B, used where the high-voltage battery has a second management unit or a split controller. Volkswagen's 2014 Jetta Hybrid chart sets it on implausible data, while the 2014 Touareg Hybrid chart uses U0413 for its single battery module, which shows that the A/B assignment is maker-specific. Audi stores U041300 in the engine and electric drive controllers of the Q5 and A7 plug-in hybrids (model years 2019-2022) together with a drive system warning; the cause was software in the battery management and its junction box, cured by an update. U0112 means lost contact, U0313 a software mismatch, U0412 covers module A. Electric driving may be restricted.
U0413 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.5 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of U0413
- Drive system or engine warning light on
- Electric driving or charging restricted
- Code stored in engine and electric drive controllers
Common causes of U0413
- Most likelySoftware error in battery management or junction box (Audi: SVM update)
- PossibleBus wiring or connector fault at the battery module
- Less likelyBattery energy control module B internally faulty
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Battery energy module bHybrid control moduleCAN bus wiring
What each part of U0413 means
| U | Network system: communication between the control modules (CAN bus). |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 13 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note U0413 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 U0413
What does U0413 mean?
U0413 means "Invalid Data Received From Battery Energy Control Module B". U0413 is the counterpart of U0412 for battery energy control module B, used where the high-voltage battery has a second management unit or a split controller. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with U0413?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With U0413 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will U0413 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. U0413 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 U0413 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 3 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will U0413 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.