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U0127

Lost Communication with Parking Brake Control Module

2019-2024 BMW 3 Series G20 2.0L I4 Turbo B48

High SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)

Description

Cannot communicate with the electronic parking brake module.

Symptoms

  • Parking brake warning light
  • Electronic parking brake inoperative
  • Brake warning message
  • Cannot release parking brake
  • Hill hold not working

Common Causes

  • EPB module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • EPB actuator failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check EPB module fuse
  2. Test module power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Try manual EPB release procedure
  5. Test EPB actuator motors

Repair Notes

If parking brake is stuck engaged, use manual release procedure first. Check fuses.

Related Codes

U0121Lost Communication with ABS Module

Other Network Codes

U0127 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code U0127 mean on a 2019-2024 BMW 3 Series G20?

U0127 stands for "Lost Communication with Parking Brake Control Module". Cannot communicate with the electronic parking brake module.

What are the symptoms of U0127 on a BMW 3 Series G20?

Common symptoms of U0127 include: Parking brake warning light, Electronic parking brake inoperative, Brake warning message, Cannot release parking brake, Hill hold not working.

What causes U0127 on a 2019-2024 BMW 3 Series G20?

Common causes of U0127 include: EPB module failure, CAN bus wiring, Module power loss, Fuse blown, EPB actuator failure.

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