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U0048: Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) Open

What Does U0048 Mean?

U0048 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) Open. This code relates to the network communication system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Find your vehicle above

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  2. 2
    Check for recalls

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  3. 3
    Get a professional diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. A diagnostic ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause.

Related Codes

U0043 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) Low U0044 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) High U0045 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) shorted to Bus B (+) U0046 Vehicle Communication Bus C U0047 Vehicle Communication Bus C Performance U0049 Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) Low U0050 Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) High U0051 Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) Open