P0002 on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — Fuel Volume Regulator A Control Circuit Performance

Q: "What does P0002 mean on a MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS?"

"P0002 indicates: Fuel Volume Regulator A Control Circuit Performance. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0002 on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS?"

"Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline,Electrical System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0002 serious on my MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS?"

"Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS shows P0002?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0002 Means on Your MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS

P0002 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Fuel Volume Regulator A Control Circuit Performance. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

7 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2012-2014. Most reports come from the 2012, 2013 model years. The most commonly reported component is Fuel/Propulsion System (71.4% of reports).

Real MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"While trying to pass big rig on freeway my car went into lymph mode and stalled causing the car behind me to brake and almost caused an accident. My engine light came on & after getting it checked out I retrieve the following code P0002."

— 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 07/27/2023

"P0002 fuel volume regulator control circuit range/performance mercedes c250, if i'm experiencing a lack of power when i press the gas pedal and i'm getting a p0002 check engine light, there's a high probability that i will need a new hpfp high pressure fuel pump."

— 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/04/2020

"When accelerating to pass on highway car suddenly goes into limp mode and losses power this is dangerous at 70 plus miles per hour, ecm code reads p0002 high pressure fuel regulator failure, check engine light will stay on until car has been shut off for longer than ten minutes or if you have a scan"

— 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 03/01/2021

"Check engine light code p0002. accelerating in any form from the street or especially the highway merging on, there is a superior loss of power/acceleration. very dangerous as you are a hazard coming into the highway and do not have adequate acceleration when on ramps are a very short distance."

— 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 04/17/2020

"I have a hum device on my vehicle and it shows that i have a code p0002 fuel volume regulator control circuit range performance. my mercedes benz c class 250 has only 44614 miles, when i bought it had 36."

— 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owner · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Filed 07/25/2018

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3

'12

2

'13

2

'14

Common Causes on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 71.4%

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14.3%

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14.3%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0002 mean on a MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS? ▾

P0002 indicates: Fuel Volume Regulator A Control Circuit Performance. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0002 on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS? ▾

Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline,Electrical System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0002 serious on my MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS? ▾

Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS shows P0002? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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