P2111 on FORD ESCAPE — Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open

Q: "What does P2111 mean on a FORD ESCAPE?"

"P2111 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open. This is a powertrain code. 108 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P2111 on FORD ESCAPE?"

"Based on 108 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Vehicle Speed Control, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine, Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P2111 serious on my FORD ESCAPE?"

"Of 108 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD ESCAPE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my FORD ESCAPE shows P2111?"

"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 P2111 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE

P2111 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

108 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2006-2016. Most reports come from the 2010, 2009 model years.

Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I was driving to work when all of a sudden a yellow wrench light came on, my car shut down, and i had to coast across 3 lanes of highway traffic to stop on the shoulder. it wouldn't start at first, then i tried again and it started and drove the rest of the way just fine."

— 2006 FORD ESCAPE owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 08/07/2017

"Vehicle stalled during acceleratation. then went idle and went into safety mode in traffic."

— 2006 FORD ESCAPE owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/06/2016

"Vehicle would stall out, all power loss during driving. p2111 throttle issue. happened 3 times. during acceleration/deceleration (especially on slopes) vehicle would just lose all power. had to stop and shut off ignition before it would work again."

— 2009 FORD ESCAPE owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 07/11/2017

"Vehicle stalled and went into "limp-home" mode after accelerating from a stopped condition.("limp-home" mode is a mode programmed by ford engineers to only allow the vehicle to move forward under limited power, generally only 1-2 mph."

— 2009 FORD ESCAPE owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 07/01/2015

"P2111, throttle actuator control system stuck open, i had to drive to an auto zone to get this code while the car was in this condition. otherwise these was no error code recorded. the engine run at an idle and will not accelerate when accelerator is depressed."

— 2009 FORD ESCAPE owner · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 04/29/2014

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'06

29

'09

46

'10

20

'11

5

'12

1

'13

1

'15

4

'16

Common Causes on FORD ESCAPE

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10.2%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 8.3%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7.4%

POWER TRAIN 7.4%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7.4%

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 P2111 mean on a FORD ESCAPE? ▾

P2111 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open. This is a powertrain code. 108 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P2111 on FORD ESCAPE? ▾

Based on 108 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Vehicle Speed Control, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine, Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P2111 serious on my FORD ESCAPE? ▾

Of 108 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD ESCAPE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD ESCAPE shows P2111? ▾

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.