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Ford U3000:45

The HV battery will not charge using a level 3 DC fast charging station/EVSE Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Service Part Warranty

Common search variants: U300045 · U3000-45 · U3000 45 · U3000_45 · Search ignores case and common separators.

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeThe verified evidence documents that Level 3 DC fast charging may not work. It does not establish whether other charging methods are available or safe.
ServiceContact an authorized Ford service provider for diagnosis, particularly if the wrench indicator is illuminated or DC fast charging is unavailable.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For applicable 2021–2022 US Ford Mustang Mach-E non-GT vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022, U3000:45 in the OBCC module is documented in Ford TSB 22-2496 with a condition where the high-voltage battery will not charge at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

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1. What does U3000:45 mean?

For applicable 2021–2022 US Ford Mustang Mach-E non-GT vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022, U3000:45 in the OBCC module is documented in Ford TSB 22-2496 with a condition where the high-voltage battery will not charge at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

2. Technical explanation

The verified source identifies U3000:45 as one of several OBCC-module DTCs that may be present with an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or inability to charge the HV battery using Level 3 DC fast charging. The supplied evidence does not establish a component-level cause or a specific repair procedure.

3. What system is affected?

On-Board Charger Controller (OBCC) module; Level 3 DC fast-charging function.

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.
  • The powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator may be illuminated.
  • U3000:45 may be stored in the OBCC module.

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 evidence documents that Level 3 DC fast charging may not work. It does not establish whether other charging methods are available or safe.

9. What you can safely do

  • Avoid attempting high-voltage diagnosis or repair.
  • Record the DTC, warning indicators, and charging-station behavior.
  • Arrange evaluation by an authorized Ford service provider.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm whether U3000:45 is stored in the OBCC module.
  2. Confirm whether the concern occurs when using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.
  3. Check whether the vehicle matches the verified TSB applicability criteria before referencing TSB 22-2496.

11. When to contact service

Contact an authorized Ford service provider for diagnosis, particularly if the wrench indicator is illuminated or DC fast charging is unavailable.

12. What the service center may check

  • Verify vehicle eligibility: 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base model (non-GT), built on or before July 25, 2022, in the United States applicability supplied.
  • Retrieve OBCC-module DTCs, including U3000:45.
  • Assess the reported Level 3 DC fast-charging concern.
  • Consult Ford TSB 22-2496 where 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), applies to specified 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base-model non-GT vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022. It lists U3000:45 in the OBCC module and a condition in which the HV battery will not charge using a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.
  • The source states warranty eligibility may be available under New Vehicle Limited Warranty, Service Part Warranty, Special Service Part, or Extended Service Plan coverage, subject to applicable limits and policies.

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Verified official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10228832, Ford TSB 22-2496, published December 20, 2022: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10228832-0001.pdf

19. Frequently asked questions

What does U3000:45 indicate on an applicable Ford Mustang Mach-E?

The verified TSB lists U3000:45 as an OBCC-module DTC associated with a condition where the HV battery will not charge at a Level 3 DC fast-charging station/EVSE.

Which Mustang Mach-E vehicles are covered by the supplied TSB evidence?

The supplied evidence identifies 2021–2022 Mustang Mach-E base-model non-GT vehicles built on or before July 25, 2022. The supplied applicability record is for the US.

Does this evidence confirm the vehicle is unsafe to drive?

No. Drive safety is not yet established by verified evidence.

Does U3000:45 mean all charging will fail?

No. The verified evidence specifically documents inability to charge using Level 3 DC fast charging. It does not establish the status of other charging methods.

20. Sources & verification

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