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Chrysler P0BBD

• Reduced range due to reduced cell charging. P ARTS REQUIRED: Qty. Part No. Description 1 (AR) 68488189AA Battery, Hybrid DIAGNOSIS: Using a Scan T ool (wiTECH) with the appropria

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeNot yet established by verified evidence.
ServiceContact a Chrysler dealer or qualified service provider for diagnostic evaluation, particularly if the MIL is illuminated or driving range is reduced.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For the verified affected vehicles, P0BBD-00 means “Hybrid Battery Pack Voltage Variation Exceeded Limit.” Chrysler’s bulletin identifies a possible MIL/check-engine light and reduced range due to reduced cell charging.

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1. What does P0BBD mean?

For the verified affected vehicles, P0BBD-00 means “Hybrid Battery Pack Voltage Variation Exceeded Limit.” Chrysler’s bulletin identifies a possible MIL/check-engine light and reduced range due to reduced cell charging.

2. Technical explanation

Verified Chrysler bulletin evidence identifies P0BBD-00 as Hybrid Battery Pack Voltage Variation Exceeded Limit. The bulletin directs diagnosis with a wiTECH scan tool and the applicable procedures in DealerCONNECT/Service Library. The supplied evidence does not establish a broader technical root cause beyond the bulletin’s stated condition.

3. What system is affected?

Hybrid battery pack.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
  • Reduced range due to reduced cell charging.

6. Possible causes

  • The verified bulletin identifies a hybrid battery pack voltage variation condition for P0BBD-00. A more specific underlying cause is 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 diagnosis by an authorized Chrysler dealer or qualified service provider.
  • Do not attempt high-voltage battery diagnosis or repair yourself.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Have a service provider scan the vehicle using wiTECH and follow the applicable Diagnostic Procedures available in DealerCONNECT/Service Library.

11. When to contact service

Contact a Chrysler dealer or qualified service provider for diagnostic evaluation, particularly if the MIL is illuminated or driving range is reduced.

12. What the service center may check

  • Confirm whether P0BBD-00 is stored using wiTECH.
  • Follow the applicable DealerCONNECT/Service Library diagnostic procedures.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • The referenced Chrysler bulletin lists hybrid battery part number 68488189AA as required as applicable (AR). Whether replacement is necessary for an individual vehicle must be determined through the specified diagnostic procedure.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • Chrysler manufacturer communication 0805122, published March 10, 2022; available through NHTSA as MC-10220789, MC-10212392, and MC-10229133. The supplied evidence applies to certain 2022 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles in the US built after December 20, 2021 (MDH 1220XX) and on or before December 22, 2021 (MDH 1222XX), equipped with the 3.6L V6 PHEV Hybrid Engine (sales code EH3).

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Official NHTSA-hosted Chrysler communication: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10220789-9999.pdf

19. Frequently asked questions

What does P0BBD-00 mean?

For the verified Chrysler application, it means Hybrid Battery Pack Voltage Variation Exceeded Limit.

What may a driver notice?

The bulletin states that the MIL may illuminate and that reduced range due to reduced cell charging may be reported.

Which vehicles are covered by the supplied bulletin evidence?

Certain US 2022 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles built after December 20, 2021 and on or before December 22, 2021, with the 3.6L V6 PHEV Hybrid Engine (EH3).

Is it safe to drive or charge?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

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