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U055A Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module A

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

U · NetworkNetworkOBD2

What U055A means

U055A
Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module A Generic · network Data confidence 65%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module A".

Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lamps possible
  • Functions of the affected module unavailable

Possible causes

  • CAN bus wiring fault (open, short, chafed harness)
  • Faulty control module loading the bus
  • Connector or terminal corrosion
  • Power supply or ground fault of a module

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full-module scan to map which modules communicate
  • Check CAN bus resistance and voltages at the diagnostic connector
  • Inspect wiring and connectors of the affected module
  • Check module power supply and grounds
  • Disconnect suspect modules one at a time only with a documented procedure

Related and nearby codes

How to read U055A

U

Network: communication between control units.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

55A

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about U055A

What does U055A mean?

Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module A. The control module registered the fault condition described as "Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module A".

Is U055A generic or manufacturer-specific?

U055A is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove U055A at file level?

Not guaranteed. Powertrain (P) codes can be reliably disabled in the ECU calibration, but body, chassis and network codes depend on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether U055A is removable in your case.

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