- Will it work on my car?
- It works on any car or light vehicle built since 1996 with a standard OBDII port. That covers most US-market cars, but not older pre-1996 models.
- Does it need batteries or charging?
- No. It draws power from the car's OBDII data link connector, so you just plug it in and turn the ignition on.
- Can it read ABS or airbag codes?
- No. It reads standard engine and emissions codes plus live data like coolant temperature, speed and RPM. ABS, airbag and manufacturer-specific codes need a more advanced tool.
- What is in the box?
- The scanner with its attached OBDII cable and a user manual. No batteries or extra cables are needed.
- Is $18 a good price?
- It is the lowest new price we have seen, $18.00 at Mercari as of November 8, 2026, against 6 stores selling it new. That is cheap for a color-screen code reader with live data.
- Does it work with a phone app?
- No. All readouts appear on the built-in 2.8-inch color LCD; there is no Bluetooth or app.
- Where is the NEXPOW OBD2 Scanner Code Reader cheapest?
- At Mercari, for $18.00, 55% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the NEXPOW OBD2 Scanner Code Reader?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Best Buy, Mercari, nexpow.com, Walmart.