OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2165 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor C Maximum Stop Performance
Throttle/pedal position sensor C does not reach the calibrated maximum-stop value during the wide-open self-test. Sensor wear, mechanical stop misalignment, or a stuck pedal.
Is it safe to drive with P2165?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor or mechanical stop worn
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
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Throttle Position Sensor, Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
Related codes
- P2163Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Maximum Stop Performance
- P2164Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B Maximum Stop Performance
- P2166Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor D Maximum Stop Performance
- P2167Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor E Maximum Stop Performance
- P2168Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor F Maximum Stop Performance
- P2162Vehicle Speed Sensor A/B Correlation
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.