U0011

Medium speed CAN communication bus Circuit performance

Network Communication Generic (OBD-II Standard)

Code Definition

U0011 — Medium speed CAN communication bus Circuit performance

System: Network Communication  |  Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard)  |  Make: Generic

About U0011

U0011 is a generic (obd-ii standard) network communication diagnostic trouble code. It belongs to the U-prefix family of codes, which covers inter-module network communication (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, or similar) faults.

When U0011 is stored, the module has detected a plausibility fault — the measured value is in the electrical range but is not consistent with expected operating behaviour.

Scanning & clearing: Network (U) codes report communication faults between modules. When diagnosing U-codes, checking the vehicle's CAN bus integrity, supply/ground at each module, and reading all modules for related faults is usually the first step.

Because U0011 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.

Quick Facts

CodeU0011
SystemNetwork Communication
TypeGeneric (OBD-II Standard)
MakeGeneric
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