P060A The engine computer's monitoring processor reports a performance fault

Internal control module monitoring processor performance

P060A in short

P060A means the engine computer's backup (monitoring) processor found the main processor not performing as expected. Power supply, ground, software or the module itself are usual causes. Effects range from nothing to stalling or limp mode, so get it checked soon and stop driving if it stalls.

Modern engine computers run a second, watchdog processor that checks the main one. When the two do not agree, the computer sets P060A.

TaT says this usually comes from a power supply, ground, software or internal hardware fault rather than an outside sensor. PartsAvatar adds blown fuses or power relays, a damaged CAN wiring harness and bad programming.

Symptoms range from none to rough shifting, hesitation, rough idle, stalling or limp mode.

Most likely causes

These are general causes for this code across vehicles. None is specific to one make or model.

  1. Weak power supply, blown fuse or relay, or a poor module ground

    Common general cause
    Why it ranks here
    Both sources put power supply and ground first; PartsAvatar lists a defective controller fuse or power relay and a poor ground.
    What would change this
    Rises if a fuse is blown, the battery is weak or a ground reads high resistance. Falls if module power and grounds test good.
    How to test the engine control module (ecm / pcm)

  2. Open or shorted CAN data wiring

    Possible — needs testing
    Why it ranks here
    PartsAvatar lists open or shorted connectors in the CAN harness as a cause.
    What would change this
    Rises if network codes (U-codes) are stored too. Falls if the network tests normal.

  3. Programming error or a failed computer

    Common general cause
    Why it ranks here
    Both sources name software and internal hardware faults; module replacement is the last step.
    What would change this
    Rises if power, grounds and wiring test good and a reflash does not clear the code.
    How to test the engine control module (ecm / pcm)

What to test first

Start at step 1. Each result tells you what it means and where to go next.

  1. Read all codes and freeze-frame data and note any network (U) or voltage codes stored with P060A.

    Low riskTool: OBD-II scan tool

    • IfNetwork or voltage codes are present

      It meansResolve those first.

      Go to step 2

    • IfP060A is alone

      It meansCheck power and grounds next.

      Go to step 2

  2. Have the battery, fuses, power relay, module grounds and CAN wiring checked.

    Best left to a shopTool: multimeter, wiring diagram

    Warning:Testing live module circuits can damage the computer. Let a shop do it.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Rough or harsh shifting, hesitation or rough idle
  • Reduced fuel economy
  • Stalling, no-start or limp mode Gets more serious: stop and have it checked.

Compare with: Check engine light with loss of power

How to fix

  1. Ask a dealer whether a software update for the engine computer applies to your VIN.

Parts and cost context

  • Engine control module (ECM / PCM):Module replacement is a last step after power, grounds, wiring and software are checked, and it usually needs programming. Labour varies; get a quote.

Labor varies by vehicle and shop; get a quote before you approve a repair.

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On your vehicle

Nissan

  • 2021 · Rogue Sport

    Supported by vehicle data

    Nissan bulletin NTB21-075 reprograms the ECM for P060A or P060C on the 2021 Rogue Sport and Rogue. Only the NHTSA summary was read; whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • NTB21-075Status unverified

    MIL on with DTC P060A or P060C stored in the ECM

    2021rogue-sport, rogue · NHTSA 10201222

    Confirm the ECM part number and reprogram the ECM, if applicable, when the MIL is on with P060A or P060C.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Ford

  • 2025 · Explorer

    Supported by vehicle data

    Ford TSB 24-2310 covers P060A:75 with P0607:45 on 2025 Explorers with the 2.3L EcoBoost. Only the NHTSA summary was read; whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • TSB-24-2310Status unverified

    MIL or wrench indicator with P060A:75 and/or P0607:45

    2025explorer · NHTSA 11008393

    2.3L EcoBoost Explorer with a lit MIL and/or wrench indicator and P060A:75 and/or P0607:45 in the PCM with no other drivability symptoms.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Honda

  • 2023–2024 · Accord

    Supported by vehicle data

    Honda service bulletin A25-025 covers P060A with multiple warning lights and possible fail-safe mode on 2023-2024 Accords. Only the NHTSA summary was read; whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • A25-025Status unverified

    Multiple warning lights, possible fail-safe mode, P060A set

    2023–2024accord · NHTSA 11014396

    Service bulletin for multiple warning lights and possible fail-safe mode when P060A (PCM internal control module malfunction) sets. The summary does not state the repair.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Jeep

  • 2023–2025 · Compass

    Supported by vehicle data

    A Jeep bulletin ties P060A to park position not recognized and no crank on 2023-2025 Compass. Only the NHTSA summary was read; whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • S2523000028Status unverified

    P060A, P0919, P0914, P1C73: park position not recognized, no crank

    2023–2025compass · NHTSA 11017124

    Bulletin for DTCs P060A, P0919, P0914 and P1C73 with park position not recognized and no crank. The summary does not state the repair.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • P0605The engine computer failed its own read-only memory check

    Same system Common general cause

    Both codes are internal engine computer fault codes and are usually chased with the same power, ground and software checks.

All Engine computer (ECM/PCM) codes

P060A questions

Is P060A a sensor problem?

Usually not. TaT says it reflects power, ground, software or internal hardware faults rather than an outside sensor.

Sources and review

  1. P060A Internal Control Module Monitoring Processor Performance — The Automotive Technician (TaT)
  2. P060A Internal Control Module Monitoring Processor Performance — PartsAvatar
  3. Nissan bulletin NTB21-075: MIL on with DTC P060A or P060C stored in the ECM — Nissan (via NHTSA flat file)
  4. Ford bulletin TSB-24-2310: MIL or wrench indicator with P060A:75 and/or P0607:45 — Ford (via NHTSA flat file)
  5. Honda bulletin A25-025: Multiple warning lights, possible fail-safe mode, P060A set — Honda (via NHTSA flat file)
  6. Jeep bulletin S2523000028: P060A, P0919, P0914, P1C73: park position not recognized, no crank — Jeep (via NHTSA flat file)
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