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P3404

Onboard Charger Ground Fault Detected

2012-2017 Buick Regal 2.4L I4 Hybrid

High SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)

Description

The onboard charger has detected a ground fault condition during charging, which triggers an immediate charge session stop for safety.

Symptoms

  • Charging stops immediately
  • Ground fault indicator on EVSE
  • Charge session will not restart
  • Intermittent charge interruptions
  • Works at some locations but not others

Common Causes

  • Ground fault in vehicle wiring
  • EVSE ground fault sensitivity
  • Moisture in charge port
  • Vehicle HV insulation degradation
  • Home wiring ground issue

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Test at multiple EVSE locations
  2. Inspect charge port for moisture
  3. Check vehicle HV isolation resistance
  4. Test home electrical outlet grounding
  5. Read OBC ground fault trip data

Repair Notes

Dry charge port if moisture is present. Test HV system isolation. Have electrician verify home outlet grounding. Replace OBC if vehicle-side ground fault confirmed.

Related Codes

P3400Onboard Charger (OBC) Internal FaultP3401Onboard Charger AC Input Voltage Out of Range

Other Powertrain Codes

P3404 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code P3404 mean on a 2012-2017 Buick Regal?

P3404 stands for "Onboard Charger Ground Fault Detected". The onboard charger has detected a ground fault condition during charging, which triggers an immediate charge session stop for safety.

What are the symptoms of P3404 on a Buick Regal?

Common symptoms of P3404 include: Charging stops immediately, Ground fault indicator on EVSE, Charge session will not restart, Intermittent charge interruptions, Works at some locations but not others.

What causes P3404 on a 2012-2017 Buick Regal?

Common causes of P3404 include: Ground fault in vehicle wiring, EVSE ground fault sensitivity, Moisture in charge port, Vehicle HV insulation degradation, Home wiring ground issue.

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