OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P211C Throttle Actuator B Control Motor Current Range/Performance
Throttle B motor current draw does not match the calibrated map for the commanded position — high friction, partial short, or stiction.
Is it safe to drive with P211C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyHigh friction in throttle bore
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
- Less likelySensor mounting loose - signal damping
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
- Parts involved
- Throttle Actuator B
Related codes
- P210AThrottle Actuator B Control Motor Circuit/Open
- P2119Throttle Closed Position Performance
- P211AThrottle Actuator B Control System - Stuck Open
- P211BThrottle Actuator B Control System - Stuck Closed
- P211DThrottle Actuator B Control Throttle Body Range/Performance
- P211EThrottle Actuator B Control Module Processor
- P211FThrottle Actuator B Control Module Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.