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PowertrainP1621

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

System fault

31 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 31

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1621Clutch Plates. Unit 6. Stuck On BrandPowertrain
BYDP1621Intercooling system fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1621Injection pump malfunction TCV BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1621EEPROM failure BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1621ACC reception error BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1621System fault BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1621Injection pump malfunction TCV BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1621Engine Coolant Temp Signal: Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1621Juhtseade BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1621Injection pump malfunction TCV BrandPowertrain
GMP1621Performance PCM EEPROM BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1621Injection pump malfunction TCV BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1621Injection pump malfunction TCV BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1621No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1621No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1621No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1621Engine control module engine immobilisation input circuit malfunction BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1621No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1621No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1621Injection pump BrandPowertrain
OpelP1621Performance PCM EEPROM BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1621ACC reception error BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1621No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1621CAN-Schnittstelle: Botschaftszähler-Fehler Getriebe BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1621Injection pump BrandPowertrain
SaabP1621PCM EEPROM Leistung BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1621No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1621No ECM/Immobilizer Control Module Code Transmitted Malfunction BrandPowertrain
SWM MotorP1621immobilizer authentication failed BrandPowertrain
TataP1621Non Volatile Memory BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1621System fault 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 P1621 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP162100Sensor SCR Temperatur Signaländerung bei Erwrmung zu klein BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP162100ECU fault BrandPowertrain

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