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Chrysler P0A33

Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High. P0A2D - Sensor Power Supply 1 Circuit High. P215B - Vehicle Speed Output Shaft Speed Cor

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeNot yet established by verified evidence.
ServiceContact a Chrysler dealer or qualified Chrysler service facility for diagnosis, particularly if the MIL is illuminated or an emissions inspection is required.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For verified U.S. 2019–2021 Chrysler Pacifica applicability, P0A33 is identified as “Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High.” Official manufacturer communications associate it with MIL illumination and may also list P0A2D and P215B. Driving and charging safety are not yet established by verified evidence.

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1. What does P0A33 mean?

For verified U.S. 2019–2021 Chrysler Pacifica applicability, P0A33 is identified as “Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High.” Official manufacturer communications associate it with MIL illumination and may also list P0A2D and P215B. Driving and charging safety are not yet established by verified evidence.

2. Technical explanation

P0A33 is a Chrysler diagnostic trouble code identified in the supplied official manufacturer-communication evidence as “Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High.” The verified evidence does not establish a specific failed part, wiring fault, repair procedure, or operating consequence beyond the reported conditions.

3. What system is affected?

Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 circuit.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
  • A vehicle may not pass a state smog check, as reported in official manufacturer communications.

6. Possible causes

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

9. What you can safely do

  • Arrange professional diagnosis by a qualified Chrysler service facility.
  • Do not attempt high-voltage system diagnosis or repair yourself.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Have a qualified technician retrieve and document all stored diagnostic trouble codes.
  2. Have the technician evaluate the vehicle using the applicable Chrysler manufacturer service information. Specific diagnostic steps are not included in the verified evidence supplied.

11. When to contact service

Contact a Chrysler dealer or qualified Chrysler service facility for diagnosis, particularly if the MIL is illuminated or an emissions inspection is required.

12. What the service center may check

  • Confirm P0A33 and document any accompanying DTCs.
  • Review applicable Chrysler manufacturer communications for the specific vehicle. The supplied evidence does not provide the detailed inspection or repair steps.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10212400, titled “0805222,” published March 11, 2022. It identifies MIL illumination and lists P0A33, P0A2D, and P215B among DTCs that may be set.
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10214642, titled “18-105-22,” published May 28, 2022. It lists P0A33-00 and notes that technicians and/or customers may report failure to pass a state smog check.
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10214644, titled “18-106-22,” published May 28, 2022. It lists P0A33-00 and notes that technicians and/or customers may report failure to pass a state smog check.
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10220797, titled “0805222,” published March 11, 2022. It identifies MIL illumination and lists P0A33, P0A2D, and P215B among DTCs that may be set.
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10229141, titled “0805222,” published March 11, 2022. It identifies MIL illumination and lists P0A33, P0A2D, and P215B among DTCs that may be set.

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Verified applicability: U.S. 2019, 2020, and 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. Official source: NHTSA manufacturer communications, including 10212400, 10214642, 10214644, 10220797, and 10229141.

19. Frequently asked questions

What does P0A33 mean on a Chrysler Pacifica?

For the verified Chrysler Pacifica application, P0A33 means “Drive Motor B Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High.”

Which Chrysler Pacifica vehicles are verified as applicable?

The supplied evidence verifies U.S. model-year 2019, 2020, and 2021 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles.

Can P0A33 turn on the check-engine light?

Yes. Official manufacturer communications identify MIL illumination and list P0A33 among DTCs that may be set.

Can P0A33 affect a state smog inspection?

Official manufacturer communications 18-105-22 and 18-106-22 state that technicians and/or customers may report that the vehicle will not pass a state smog check.

Is it safe to drive or charge with P0A33?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

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