OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2269 Water in Fuel Condition - Sensor A

The water-in-fuel sensor at fuel filter A has detected water above the warning threshold. The fuel filter must be drained; running the engine on water-contaminated diesel can damage the high-pressure pump and injectors.

Is it safe to drive with P2269?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

  • Most likelyCondensate accumulated in filter — drain required

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Easy
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.2–0.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Water In Fuel Sensor, Fuel Filter

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.