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U059E

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Invalid Data Received From NOX Sensor "A"

The engine control unit is receiving corrupted or implausible data from the primary nitrogen oxide sensor in the exhaust system, typically affecting diesel vehicles with AdBlue or SCR emission controls.

Information only. This page provides general educational information about fault code U059E. We do not assess the urgency or safety implications of any specific fault. That requires in-person diagnosis by a qualified mechanic. Full terms.

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What does U059E mean?

U059E is a Network (CAN bus, module communications) fault code. It indicates: Invalid Data Received From NOX Sensor "A".

This is a standardised OBD-II code. The technical definition is the same regardless of the make or model of vehicle, although specific causes and symptoms can vary between vehicles.

About Emissions codes

Emissions codes relate to systems that control or monitor exhaust gas composition, catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system. These rarely affect drivability dramatically but can cause MOT failures.

U059E is one of 258 codes in this category. Browse all Emissions codes →

What we know about U059E specifically

We record the SAE J2012 standardised definition and the system this code belongs to, but we have not yet published detailed driver-reported symptoms, common causes, or step-by-step diagnostic guidance for U059E.

Rather than invent that information by generating generic content from a template, we leave it out. For specific guidance, the most reliable sources are:

  • your vehicle's own service manual or manufacturer-specific technical bulletins
  • a qualified mechanic with a manufacturer-level diagnostic tool
  • a marque specialist familiar with your make and model

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