P0496 — OBD-II trouble code

A generic powertrain OBD-II trouble code. Below are the vehicles and failure patterns where owners report it, drawn from NHTSA complaints.

In ProblemsByVin's analysis of the NHTSA owner-complaint record, owners cite P0496 across 13 vehicle failure patterns. Diagnostic codes in complaints are reported by owners and are unverified — they point to where this code shows up, not a confirmed diagnosis. Open a page below for the full pattern (symptoms, mileage, repair costs owners cite).

Vehicles where owners report P0496 13 patterns

2021 Ford Bronco Sport

electrical — Electrical system failures and module-related issues

2021 Volkswagen Atlas

powertrain — Engine Stalling at Stops and Low Speeds

2020 Ford Ecosport

engine — Oil pump drive belt failure leading to engine loss of power and failure

2019 Chevrolet Trax

engine — Cooling system failures and overheating

2019 Ford Edge

powertrain — Transmission jerking, bucking, and harsh shifting at low speed (20–50 mph)

2019 Ford Escape

electrical — EVAP purge valve sticking open

2018 Chevrolet Traverse

electrical — EVAP System Purge Valve / Canister Failures

2018 Ford Ecosport

engine — Oil pump belt tensioner failure causing low oil pressure and engine failure

2018 Ford Escape

engine — Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders

2015 Chevrolet Colorado

electrical — Engine and emissions control faults with starting and stalling issues

2013 Chevrolet Sonic

powertrain — Intake Manifold Gasket Failure Leading to Fuel and Drivability Issues

2013 GMC Terrain

electrical — Instrument Panel Electrical Shorts and Gauge/Warning Light Failure

2012 Chevrolet Traverse

powertrain — Reduced Engine Power / Limp Mode with Stabilitrak and Traction Control Warnings

Codes are pulled from what owners wrote in their NHTSA filings — they're allegations, not a shop diagnosis. Always confirm with a live scan. Browse all diagnostic codes →