Dodge U113E
00 Lost Communication with Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS). The DTC U113E-00 can result from a non-IBS related issues such as wiring or an open fuse issue. The technician shall ch
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U113E-00 means Lost Communication With Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) “A”. Verified Dodge service information states it can result from non-IBS issues, including wiring or an open fuse; those items are to be checked first by a technician.
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1. What does U113E mean?
U113E-00 means Lost Communication With Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) “A”. Verified Dodge service information states it can result from non-IBS issues, including wiring or an open fuse; those items are to be checked first by a technician.
2. Technical explanation
The supplied official manufacturer communications identify U113E-00 as a loss of communication with the Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS). One verified service communication states that the code may result from issues not caused by the IBS itself, such as wiring or an open fuse. Another directs technicians to monitor the DTC while manipulating the IBS two-way harness takeout; if the code behavior changes, the issue is likely harness-related. It also directs verification of power at the IBS connector.
3. What system is affected?
Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) communication circuit/system.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- A Battery Warning Lamp On condition is referenced in an official Dodge service communication.
- A “Not Download” condition is referenced in an official Dodge service communication.
- U113E-00 may be active, according to an official manufacturer communication.
6. Possible causes
- Wiring issue affecting IBS communication or power, as identified in official Dodge service information.
- Open fuse, as identified in official Dodge service information.
- Harness failure related to the IBS two-way harness takeout, if manipulation changes U113E behavior during technician testing.
- An IBS fault is not established by the supplied evidence; Dodge specifically notes that U113E-00 can arise from non-IBS-related issues.
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 qualified Dodge service diagnosis.
- Do not assume the Intelligent Battery Sensor itself is faulty solely because U113E-00 is present.
- Avoid attempting connector back-probing or electrical circuit testing unless qualified and using manufacturer procedures.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- A technician should check wiring and fuses first, per the supplied Dodge service communication.
- With ignition on, a technician may monitor U113E while manipulating the IBS two-way harness takeout; a change in DTC behavior indicates the issue is likely harness-related.
- A technician may verify power at the IBS two-way connector using the applicable manufacturer procedure.
11. When to contact service
Contact an authorized Dodge service facility or other qualified technician for diagnosis. The supplied official information directs wiring and fuse checks before concluding that the IBS is at fault.
12. What the service center may check
- Check wiring associated with the IBS.
- Check for an open fuse.
- Monitor U113E behavior while manipulating the IBS two-way harness takeout (LIN and IBS feed takeout).
- Verify power at the IBS two-way connector.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Repair resolution is not yet established by verified evidence. The verified documentation supports diagnosing wiring, fuse, harness behavior, and IBS power before determining the repair.
14. Affected vehicles
- Dodge Charger · 2024–2026 · US
- Dodge Charger · 2024–2025 · US
- Dodge Charger · 2026 · US
- Dodge Hornet · 2024–2026 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11031669, 08-175-26, published April 23, 2026: identifies active U113E-00, Lost Communication With Intelligent Battery Sensor “A”.
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11030035, S1408000384 REV.J, published March 4, 2026: describes harness manipulation and IBS power verification during diagnosis.
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11012780, S2508000001, published January 7, 2025: states U113E-00 can result from wiring or an open fuse and directs technicians to check them first.
16. Recall information
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Verified applicability in the supplied data: US-market Dodge Charger model years 2024–2026 and Dodge Hornet model years 2024–2026. The applicability records include overlapping Charger year ranges; together they support 2024–2026 applicability.
19. Frequently asked questions
What does Dodge DTC U113E-00 mean?
It means Lost Communication With Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) “A”, according to the supplied official manufacturer communications.
Does U113E-00 prove that the IBS has failed?
No. Verified Dodge service information says the code can result from non-IBS-related issues, including wiring or an open fuse.
What should be checked first?
The supplied Dodge service communication directs technicians to check wiring and fuses first.
Can I drive or charge with U113E-00?
Not yet established by verified evidence.