OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2299 Brake Pedal Position / Accelerator Pedal Position Correlation
The ECU detects simultaneous brake and accelerator activation beyond a permitted threshold. Modern brake-throttle override safety logic forces idle in this state — usually triggered by a stuck brake light switch or a faulty pedal sensor.
Is it safe to drive with P2299?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyBrake light switch stuck on
- PossibleAccelerator pedal sensor drift
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.2–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Brake Light Switch, Accelerator Pedal Sensor
Related codes
- P2296Fuel Pressure Regulator 2 Control Circuit High
- P2297O2 Sensor Out of Range During Deceleration (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
- P2298O2 Sensor Out of Range During Deceleration (Bank 2 Sensor 1)
- P229AFuel Pressure Regulator B Exceeded Control Limits - Pressure Too Low
- P229BFuel Pressure Regulator B Exceeded Control Limits - Pressure Too High
- P229CFuel Pressure Regulator B Exceeded Learning Limits - Too Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.