P0562 on Volvo
System Voltage Low
P0562 on Volvo vehicles indicates system voltage low. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Volvo model — most commonly on V60. P0562 means the engine computer detected that the vehicle's system (battery/charging) voltage is too low for normal operation. The computer constantly monitors charging-system voltage because nearly every sensor, injector, and module depends on a stable supply; sustained low voltage can cause erratic behavior and other false codes. This is most often a charging or battery problem — the alternator isn't keeping up, the battery is weak, or there's resistance in the cables/grounds. You may notice dim lights, slow cranking, or multiple unrelated warning lights. Typical repair costs on Volvo range from $300 to $1,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0562
- •Failing alternator or worn alternator brushes/regulator
- •Weak, old, or discharged battery
- •Corroded, loose, or damaged battery cables and terminals
- •Bad engine or chassis ground connections
- •Slipping, glazed, or broken serpentine/drive belt
- •High resistance in charging system wiring or fusible link
- •Faulty PCM voltage reference or charging-system control
P0562 on Volvo by Model
Volvo V60(1 issue)
- T8 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid 12V Battery Drain and No-Start2020-2024
T8 plug-in hybrid V60s repeatedly suffer a discharged 12V starter battery, leaving the car dead and unable to start even when the high-voltage drive battery is full of charge. The 12V is supposed to be topped up by a DC-DC inverter fed from the 300V pack, but the inverter sometimes fails to charge it, and parasitic draw from modules that do not fully sleep drains it. Owners report flat 12V batteries after the car sits as little as one to two weeks, and some chase repeat failures for over a year on nearly new cars.
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What does P0562 mean on Volvo?▼
P0562 stands for "System Voltage Low." P0562 means the engine computer detected that the vehicle's system (battery/charging) voltage is too low for normal operation. The computer constantly monitors charging-system voltage because nearly every sensor, injector, and module depends on a stable supply; sustained low voltage can cause erratic behavior and other false codes. This is most often a charging or battery problem — the alternator isn't keeping up, the battery is weak, or there's resistance in the cables/grounds. You may notice dim lights, slow cranking, or multiple unrelated warning lights. On Volvo specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0562 on Volvo vehicles?▼
Common causes on Volvo: Failing alternator or worn alternator brushes/regulator, Weak, old, or discharged battery, Corroded, loose, or damaged battery cables and terminals, Bad engine or chassis ground connections, Slipping, glazed, or broken serpentine/drive belt. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0562 on a Volvo?▼
Repair costs on Volvo range from $300 to $1,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Volvo models have P0562 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0562 on 1 Volvo model: V60.