OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P26F3 Starter Relay B Stuck Off
The second starter relay does not close when commanded on. The associated starter motor cannot crank.
Is it safe to drive with P26F3?
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 B, Starter Motor B
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.