OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P021F Cylinder 12 Injection Timing

Generic injection timing fault on cylinder 12.

Is it safe to drive with P021F?

Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.

Common causes

  • Most likelyInjector response drifted

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1–5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Injector Cyl12

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.