OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2114 Throttle Actuator Control System Forced Below Limit RPM
The throttle actuator system has dropped engine speed below the normal limp limit because of a more serious fault. The engine may run only at idle or stall.
Is it safe to drive with P2114?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySevere throttle actuator fault
- PossibleTPS signal lost
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Reduced throttle response, possible limp mode
- Hesitation or surging
- Idle too high or too low
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Throttle Actuator Motor, Throttle Position Sensor
Related codes
- P2113Throttle Actuator Control System Forced Limited RPM
- P2111Throttle Actuator Control System — Stuck Open
- P2112Throttle Actuator Control System — Stuck Closed
- P2115Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Minimum Stop Performance
- P2116Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B Minimum Stop Performance
- P2117Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor C Minimum Stop Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.