U13AE on 2021 Audi e-tron — Active Parking System Control Module - Missing / Faulty Message
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U13AE is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Active Parking System Control Module - Missing / Faulty Message.” A control module has logged a communication fault relating to the active parking system control module - the expected data from that module is absent or implausible. Audi TSB 2061788 lists DTC U13AE00 ("Active parking system control module") among the codes found in high-voltage battery charger J1050 on 2020-2021 e-tron quattro and e-tron Sportback vehicles running onboard-charger software level 0070, i.e. as one of the spurious cross-module bus codes generated by the outdated charger software rather than a genuine parking-system defect. This code is most commonly reported on 2021 Audi e-tron.
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U13AE does not use the standard P/B/C/U prefix. It may be a manufacturer-specific code, so verify that a scanner supports your exact year, model and module before buying.
FAQ
What does U13AE mean?
U13AE stands for "Active Parking System Control Module - Missing / Faulty Message." A control module has logged a communication fault relating to the active parking system control module - the expected data from that module is absent or implausible. Audi TSB 2061788 lists DTC U13AE00 ("Active parking system control module") among the codes found in high-voltage battery charger J1050 on 2020-2021 e-tron quattro and e-tron Sportback vehicles running onboard-charger software level 0070, i.e. as one of the spurious cross-module bus codes generated by the outdated charger software rather than a genuine parking-system defect.
What are the most common causes of U13AE?
The most common causes of U13AE are: Outdated onboard-charger software (level 0070) generating spurious communication DTCs on the e-tron - Audi TSB 2061788, Active parking system control module offline, unpowered, or failed, CAN bus wiring or connector fault to the parking system module, Module replaced without coding or gateway installation-list update, Low system voltage. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix U13AE?
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and vehicle.
Which vehicles are affected by U13AE?
Au7o has documented U13AE across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Audi.
Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.