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

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

"P2111 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open. This is a powertrain code. 117 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA."

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

"Based on 117 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

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

"Of 117 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, 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 FUSION 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 FUSION

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.

117 FORD FUSION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2010-2016. Most reports come from the 2010, 2011 model years.

Real FORD FUSION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Was driving on the interstate in a construction zone, when the orange "wrench" light came on the dashboard and the car engine lost power. i was barely able to pull into the right lane and then off the road since it was a construction zone."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 10/09/2020

"While driving, the vehicle will stall, the orange wrench comes on on the dash board. the car will remain running while idling roughly. after restarting the car a few times it will start and appear fine with no symptoms and no check engine lights on."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 08/18/2016

"Engine stalls/shuts down while driving. check engine light came on. alarm p2111 came up. throttle actuator control system - stuck open. my vehicle stalled while turning left with oncoming traffic. it did this 3 times while driving home from work. this is an intermittent issue."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 07/14/2016

"Vehicle loses acceleration a wrench illuminates on the dash and i have both p2111 and p2112 trouble codes with a check engine light on. at highway speed the vehicle had to coast to the side and be restarted in order to accelerate. 2010 ford fusion hybrid with 46,900 miles on it."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 06/10/2016

"On the evening of april 22, 2016 car shut off when in motion at 35mph on a city street. no indicator lights came on. put car in neutral and started it after three attempts. the following morning i drove the car 2 miles to my father's house to have him check it."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 04/23/2016

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

83

'10

22

'11

5

'12

1

'14

6

'16

Common Causes on FORD FUSION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 9.4%

ENGINE 8.5%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6.8%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 6%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

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 FUSION? ▾

P2111 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Open. This is a powertrain code. 117 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA.

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

Based on 117 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P2111 serious on my FORD FUSION? ▾

Of 117 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD FUSION 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.