OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P224D Alternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve A Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
Alternative-fuel shutoff valve A is electrically OK but does not open when commanded. Vehicle remains on petrol/diesel only.
Is it safe to drive with P224D?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelyValve seized closed
- Less likelyCarbon or debris buildup preventing free movement
- Less likelyComponent wear with age - mechanical play
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Alternative Fuel Shutoff Valve
Related codes
- P224CAlternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve A Control Circuit/Open
- P2A23Alternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve B Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
- P2A27Alternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve C Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
- P2A2BAlternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve D Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
- P2A2FAlternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve E Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
- P224ANOx Sensor Heater Resistance (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
- P224BNOx Sensor Heater Resistance (Bank 1 Sensor 2)
- P224EAlternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve A Control Circuit Low
- P224FAlternative Fuel Tank Shutoff Valve A Control Circuit High
- P2250O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit High (Bank 2 Sensor 1)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.