Lost Communication with Surround Camera Module
2015-2015 BMW i3 22 kWh Single Motor RWD
The 2015 BMW i3 is equipped with a 22 kWh Single Motor RWD engine. Below you'll find detailed u0197 diagnostic code information including labor time estimates, cost ranges, and technician notes specific to this engine configuration.
Description
Cannot communicate with the 360-degree or surround-view camera system module.
Symptoms
- Surround view not available
- Bird-eye view display blank
- Camera stitching errors
- Multiple camera feeds missing
Common Causes
- Surround view module failure
- CAN bus wiring
- Module power loss
- Individual camera failure
- Fuse blown
Diagnostic Steps
- Check surround view module fuse
- Test power and ground
- Check CAN wiring
- Test individual cameras
- Inspect all camera connections
Repair Notes
Check fuses. System requires all cameras functioning. Individual camera connectors at bumpers and mirrors.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
- U0007High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
- U0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
- U0009High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
- U0010Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0197 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code U0197 mean on a 2015-2015 BMW i3?
U0197 stands for "Lost Communication with Surround Camera Module". Cannot communicate with the 360-degree or surround-view camera system module.
What are the symptoms of U0197 on a BMW i3?
Common symptoms of U0197 include: Surround view not available, Bird-eye view display blank, Camera stitching errors, Multiple camera feeds missing.
What causes U0197 on a 2015-2015 BMW i3?
Common causes of U0197 include: Surround view module failure, CAN bus wiring, Module power loss, Individual camera failure, Fuse blown.
Last updated: March 2026