OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2444 Secondary Air Injection System Pump Stuck Off (Bank 1)

The secondary-air pump does not run when commanded during cold start. Often a seized pump (after exhaust back-feed corroded the impeller), a blown fuse, or a failed relay.

Is it safe to drive with P2444?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyPump seized by corrosion
  • PossiblePump relay failed
  • PossiblePump fuse blown

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Secondary Air Pump, Secondary Air Pump Relay, Secondary Air Pump Fuse

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