OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2C1A B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Bank 1
The position sensor C of camshaft profile actuator on the exhaust side of bank 1 reports a circuit condition. Cam profile selection feedback cannot be measured reliably.
Is it safe to drive with P2C1A?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyPosition sensor failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Power loss especially in mid-rpm range
- Possible rough idle or stalling
- Increased fuel consumption
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- B Camshaft Profile Actuator Pos Sensor C B1, Wiring Harness, Ecm
Related codes
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- P2C12B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Circuit Bank 1
- P2C16B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Bank 1
- P2C17B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Range/Performance Bank 1
- P2C18B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Low Bank 1
- P2C19B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit High Bank 1
- P2C1BB Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Range/Performance Bank 1
- P2C1CB Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Low Bank 1
- P2C1DB Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit High Bank 1
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.