U0196low severityNetwork
Lost Communication with Rear Camera Module
on 2014 Ram 2500 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel · 4WD
What this code means
Cannot communicate with the backup or rear-view camera module.
Symptoms
- Backup camera not displaying
- Black screen when in reverse
- Rear camera unavailable message
- Rear camera guidelines missing
Common causes
- Camera module failure
- CAN bus wiring
- Camera power loss
- Fuse blown
- Camera connector corrosion
- Camera lens obstructed
Diagnostic steps
- Check camera fuse
- Test power and ground at camera
- Check video cable
- Inspect camera for damage or obstruction
- Test CAN wiring
Repair notes
Check fuses and camera connector at liftgate/trunk. Wiring flexes at hinge and can break.
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Other Network codes on this vehicle
U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus