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PowertrainP1253

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

VSV Stuck on VR

26 brands affected · Description from GM data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 26

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1253No description available Powertrain
BYDP1253Linear oxygen sensor Nernst voltage circuit open BrandPowertrain
CheryP1253Fuel Consumption Signal Short To Ground BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1253VSV Stuck on VR BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1253GCU torque feedback signal is invalid BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1253Fuel Consumption Signal: Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1253ECU belső hiba BrandPowertrain
FordP1253No description available Powertrain
GeelyP1253Fuel Consumption Signal Short To Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1253VSV Stuck on VR BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1253Fuel Consumption Signal Short To Ground BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1253No description available Powertrain
HondaP1253No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1253No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1253No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1253No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1253No description available Powertrain
MazdaP1253No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1253No description available Powertrain
OpelP1253VSV Stuck on VR BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1253No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1253No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1253Fuel Consumption Signal Short To Ground BrandPowertrain
SaabP1253VSV Stuck on VR BrandPowertrain
SWM MotorP1253Linear oxygen sensor Nernst voltage circuit open BrandPowertrain
TataP1253Rail Pressure Control - Negative Error BrandPowertrain

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 P1253 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP125300RPC state: IMV only - rail pressure error > negative max error threshold BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP125301RPC state: rail discharge regulation - rail pressure error > negative max error threshold BrandPowertrain

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