PowertrainP0409

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit

34 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · EGR: exhaust gas recirculation, which cuts harmful gases · EVAP: the system that traps fuel vapour · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range covers emissions control (EGR, EVAP, oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter), but some manufacturers also use P04 codes for oil-pressure, brake-fluid and coolant-level warnings.

2Common causes

Clogged or faulty EGR valve
EVAP system leak (hoses, canister, fuel cap)
Faulty oxygen sensor
Ageing catalytic converter
Low oil, brake fluid or coolant (on some models)
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. Check the description: if it names oil pressure, brake fluid, coolant, or a brake fault, stop safely and have it diagnosed before driving. Emissions-only codes (EGR, EVAP, catalyst) should still be checked before an emissions or roadworthiness inspection.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 34

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
BMW	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P0409	EGR valve position sensor zero check Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P0409	EGR sensor diagnosis Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Daihatsu	P0409	EGR lift sensor system Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P0409	Brake fluid level sensor fault Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P0409	EGR valve drive circuit open Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P0409	EGR senzor 'A' krug Brand	Powertrain
Ford	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Geely	P0409	EGR valve position sensor Circ. malf Brand	Powertrain
GM	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Position Sensor Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Hyundai	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Mazda	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P0409	EGR sensor circuit Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Perodua	P0409	EGR lift sensor system Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Proton	P0409	EGR sensor circuit Brand	Powertrain
Saab	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P0409	Side airbag Left Leakage to plus on squib Brand	Powertrain
Subaru	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit SAE	Powertrain
Suzuki	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'A' Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P0409	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P0409	Brake fluid level sensor fault Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P0409	SAE: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0409 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	P040900	Faulty supply voltage to EGR valve position Brand	Powertrain
Mercedes-Benz	P04091C	Der Positionssensor für Abgasrückführsteller (Zylinderreihe 1) hat einen elektrischen Fehler.Spannungswert liegt außerhalb des zulässigen Bereiches. Brand	Powertrain

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