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Ford U3000:04

12 and/or U1A00:87 present in the APIM. If these DTCs are present and no other symptoms are reported by the customer, then clear the DTCs and retest. If the DTC(s) do not return th

Common search variants: U300004 · U3000-04 · U3000 04 · U3000_04 · Search ignores case and common separators.

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeThe verified bulletin identifies a condition in which the HV battery will not charge using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE. It does not establish whether other charging methods remain available.
ServiceContact an authorized Ford dealer or qualified Ford service facility for diagnosis and to determine whether TSB 22-2496 applies.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For certain 2021–2022 US Ford Mustang Mach-E base (non-GT) vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022, DTC U3000:04 in the OBCC module is covered by Ford TSB 22-2496 when accompanied by the listed charging concern and/or specified DTCs. The verified evidence states that the HV battery may not charge at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

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1. What does U3000:04 mean?

For certain 2021–2022 US Ford Mustang Mach-E base (non-GT) vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022, DTC U3000:04 in the OBCC module is covered by Ford TSB 22-2496 when accompanied by the listed charging concern and/or specified DTCs. The verified evidence states that the HV battery may not charge at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

2. Technical explanation

U3000:04 is documented in Ford TSB 22-2496 as an OBCC-module DTC. The bulletin applies only when all listed vehicle and condition criteria are met. Verified evidence does not establish a component-level failure mechanism or a specific repair procedure in the supplied record.

3. What system is affected?

OBCC module and Level 3 DC fast-charging function. The supplied evidence does not expand the meaning of “OBCC.”

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • The HV battery will not charge using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.
  • An illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator may be present.

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?

The verified bulletin identifies a condition in which the HV battery will not charge using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE. It does not establish whether other charging methods remain available.

9. What you can safely do

  • If the vehicle has this DTC or cannot DC fast charge, arrange diagnosis by an authorized Ford service facility.
  • Do not attempt high-voltage or charging-system repairs yourself.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm the vehicle is a 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base model (non-GT) built on or before July 25, 2022.
  2. Have a service facility check for U3000:04 in the OBCC module and the other DTCs specified in TSB 22-2496.
  3. Document whether the concern occurs at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

11. When to contact service

Contact an authorized Ford dealer or qualified Ford service facility for diagnosis and to determine whether TSB 22-2496 applies.

12. What the service center may check

  • Verify model, model year, trim, and build date against TSB 22-2496 applicability.
  • Check the OBCC module for U3000:04, P1A3C, U3000:16, U3000:64, and/or U3000:45.
  • Confirm the reported Level 3 DC fast-charging concern and presence of an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator, if applicable.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • Ford TSB 22-2496, published December 20, 2022 (NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10228832).
  • The bulletin lists 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base model (non-GT) vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022 among its eligible vehicle criteria.
  • The bulletin states warranty eligibility under New Vehicle Limited Warranty, Service Part Warranty, Special Service Part, and/or Extended Service Plan coverage, subject to applicable limits, policies, and approvals.

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10228832, Ford TSB 22-2496: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10228832-0001.pdf

19. Frequently asked questions

Which Mustang Mach-E vehicles are identified in the verified bulletin?

The supplied evidence identifies US 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base-model (non-GT) vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022.

What charging issue is documented?

The HV battery may not charge using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

Which OBCC-related codes are listed with this concern?

TSB 22-2496 lists P1A3C, U3000:16, U3000:64, U3000:04, and U3000:45 in the OBCC module.

Does this evidence confirm a recall?

No recall is established by the supplied verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

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