Bafang error 41: Battery total voltage too high
Bafang CAN systems (M400/M500/M600/M620, DP C18 CAN, 850C/860C CAN)WarningRide with caution
The battery's BMS reports a total pack voltage above its limit. Riders see this right after charging or when a charger of the wrong voltage was used. The system limits or blocks power until the voltage drops.
| Drive system | Bafang CAN systems (M400/M500/M600/M620, DP C18 CAN, 850C/860C CAN) |
| Severity | Warning |
| Keep riding? | Ride with caution |
| Typical cost | A correct charger EUR/USD 40-100; BMS repair EUR/USD 80-150. |
Likely causes
- Wrong charger (higher voltage than the pack)
- Charger fault overcharging the pack
- BMS voltage measurement drift
- Regenerative braking on a completely full battery
How to fix Bafang error 41
- Disconnect the charger and check its rated output matches the battery
- Ride on low assist for a few minutes to lower the voltage, then power cycle
- Measure the pack voltage; if it is above the rated maximum, stop using that charger
- Have the BMS checked if the measured voltage is normal but the code persists
Go to a dealer if: Go to a shop if the pack voltage is normal on a multimeter but the code stays; the BMS is misreading.
Warranty: Battery warranty applies to BMS faults; damage from a wrong charger is excluded.
Typical cost: A correct charger EUR/USD 40-100; BMS repair EUR/USD 80-150.
Warranty: Battery warranty applies to BMS faults; damage from a wrong charger is excluded.
Typical cost: A correct charger EUR/USD 40-100; BMS repair EUR/USD 80-150.
Still stuck? Take a photo of the display and show it to a local e-bike workshop. Bring the bike's system name (e.g. Bosch Performance Line CX) and the exact code; that saves diagnostic time and money.
Frequently asked
Can I reset error 41?
It clears as the voltage drops. Power cycle after a short ride.
Can I keep riding?
Yes once cleared, but fix the charging issue first.
Warranty?
Only if the BMS is at fault.
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Not an official Bafang document. Compiled from workshop experience and public service information; details can differ per system version and bike brand.