P2106 on HYUNDAI SONATA
Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power
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.
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 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 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."
"Car was not driven for 7 days. first day, on a way to work, check engine light went on."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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Common Causes on HYUNDAI SONATA
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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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.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.