U042A
Invalid Data Received From V2X Module
A receiving module detected implausible data from the V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communication module. Position, V2V/V2I message content or signal-quality flags fail plausibility checks and are rejected.
- Check engine light: Not always
- Emissions related: No
- Repair difficulty: medium
Symptoms
- Multiple warning lights may illuminate
- Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
- Specific functions inoperative depending on module
- Diagnostic tools may show communication faults
Common causes
Ordered by how often each turns out to be the cause.
- Module internal fault or sensor input driftCommon
- Software version mismatch after replacementPossible
- Gateway module routing CAN messages incorrectlyLess likely
Parts involved
- V2x Module
U042A is a generic OBD-II code defined by SAE J2012. Exact wording and diagnostic procedure vary by manufacturer and model. Code definitions are drawn from the public-domain OBDex dataset; the workshop notes are our own.