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P2106 on HYUNDAI SONATA

Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power

NHTSA Reports
4
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2007, 2012
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P2106 Means on Your HYUNDAI SONATA

P2106 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 HYUNDAI SONATA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2007-2012. Most reports come from the 2007, 2012 model years.

Real HYUNDAI SONATA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"We were driving highway speed when all of a sudden the cars check engine light, esc light came on while in the middle of traffic and the motor completely shut off causing no steering or any control of the vehicle, was able to coast to the side of the road and tried restarting the car with no luck."

— 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 08/13/2014

"2007 sonata with 37,000 miles. check engine light and esc light come on and car goes into limp mode. extremely unsafe. happens randomly. have to pull over because car won't accelerate. car needs to be shut off and turned back on. code p2135 and p2106."

— 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 01/27/2012

"2007 hyundai sonata 3.3l throttle positioning sensor failure. failure causes car to go into limp mode not exceeding 20mph. failure can occur at high speeds. cels reported are p2135, p2106, p1295. fix includes an update to pcm and a new throttle positioning sensor."

— 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 05/10/2011

"Car was not driven for 7 days. first day, on a way to work, check engine light went on."

— 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 03/07/2016

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3
'07
1
'12

Common Causes on HYUNDAI SONATA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 25%
ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 25%
ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 25%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 25%

What To Do Next

  1. 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. 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. 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 P2106 mean on a HYUNDAI SONATA?
P2106 indicates: Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power. This is a powertrain code. 4 HYUNDAI SONATA owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P2106 on HYUNDAI SONATA?
Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling,Electrical System,Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Engine And Engine Cooling. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P2106 serious on my HYUNDAI SONATA?
Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on HYUNDAI SONATA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my HYUNDAI SONATA shows P2106?
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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