OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P26F1 Starter Relay A Stuck Off
The first starter relay does not close when commanded on. Starter motor cannot crank, the engine will not start.
Is it safe to drive with P26F1?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyBurned relay contacts no longer make contact
- PossibleOpen relay coil
- Less likelyCarbon or debris buildup preventing free movement
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Starter Relay A, Starter Motor
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.