U0516
Invalid Data Received From Door Switch A
What it means
U0516 means Invalid Data Received From Door Switch A.
Where it lives
For U0516, the description names the switch as the part involved.
Check these first
- A lost power or ground feed to the door switch A
- Stale calibration or an outdated software load in the door switch A
- Electrical noise on the data bus corrupting the door switch A signal
- A low battery or charging fault that browns out the door switch A
What to do next
- Scan all modules and record the stored and pending network codes
- Inspect the door switch A connector pins for corrosion, water, and looseness
- Check battery voltage and charging output
- Repair or replace the door switch A if the circuit, power, and bus tests pass
- Clear the code and retest to confirm the door switch A fault is gone
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.