OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P209A Reductant Injection Air Pressure Sensor B Circuit

A general electrical fault is reported on reductant injection air-pressure sensor B — the second air-assist pressure sensor on dual-bank or dual-injector DEF systems.

Is it safe to drive with P209A?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelySensor failed
  • PossibleHarness fault

Symptoms

  • Check engine light or NOx warning on
  • AdBlue/DEF level or quality warning
  • Possible no-start countdown after ignore period
  • Failed emissions inspection (NOx)

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.7–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Reductant Air Pressure Sensor

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