OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2226 Barometric Pressure Circuit
The ECU detects a general fault in the barometric pressure sensor circuit. The atmospheric pressure value used for altitude compensation and fuel/air calculation is not available or implausible.
Is it safe to drive with P2226?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyDefective barometric pressure sensor
- PossibleWiring fault to BPS
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Barometric Pressure Sensor, Bps Wiring
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.