OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2CBA Fan 2 Overspeed

Cooling fan 2 exceeds the calibrated maximum speed. Indicates load lost (broken fan blade) or supply voltage above nominal.

Is it safe to drive with P2CBA?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

  • Most likelyFan blade broken or detached
  • PossibleAlternator overvoltage

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Cooling Fan 2

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