U0562 code meaning
Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Switch Module B
What U0562 means
Switch module B is a second, separate seat switch unit, for the passenger side or another seat row; which position B denotes is not published by any manufacturer. Mercedes counts its seat switch groups by position, front left being SSE-VL, which points to one unit per seat. Lincoln shows the 2nd-row case: on 2025 Navigators with power second-row seats the switch would not move the seat fore and aft, with B167F:11 in the rear seat modules SCMK/SCML; running their configuration apps cured it (SSM 54226). So a switch fault may really be a seat module setup issue. U0562 means module B frames reach the bus but fail checks; U0261 means they stop, U0561 concerns switch A. No bulletin names U0562. The affected seat may not respond to its switch.
U0562 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyEasy
- Typical labor0.2 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of U0562
- Passenger or rear seat does not move when its switch is pressed
- Seat moves only in some directions
Common causes of U0562
- PossibleReceiving seat module not configured for the installed switch and seat equipment
- PossibleSoftware fault in the second seat switch module
- PossibleConnector or harness under a movable seat damaged by seat travel or objects
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Seat control switch module b
What each part of U0562 means
| U | Network system: communication between the control modules (CAN bus). |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 62 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note U0562 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 U0562
What does U0562 mean?
U0562 means "Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Switch Module B". Switch module B is a second, separate seat switch unit, for the passenger side or another seat row; which position B denotes is not published by any manufacturer. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with U0562?
U0562 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will U0562 fail an emissions test?
U0562 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 U0562 to fix?
Difficulty: easy. A typical repair takes 0.2 to 1.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will U0562 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.