P2112 on FORD MUSTANG — Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed

Q: "What does P2112 mean on a FORD MUSTANG?"

"P2112 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed. This is a powertrain code. 5 FORD MUSTANG owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P2112 on FORD MUSTANG?"

"Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Engine, Engine, Power Train. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P2112 serious on my FORD MUSTANG?"

"Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD MUSTANG, 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 MUSTANG shows P2112?"

"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 P2112 Means on Your FORD MUSTANG

P2112 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

5 FORD MUSTANG owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2011-2015. Most reports come from the 2011, 2012 model years.

Real FORD MUSTANG Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I've never had similar issue before this. i was accelerating slowly at a speed of approximately 20-30 mph when the car lurched, the "traction control" light and wrench light came on, and i was unable to accelerate the car at all. i was forced to pull to the side of the road."

— 2011 FORD MUSTANG owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 01/31/2015

"Car stalls while driving. every time i drive it stalls when applying the gas mildly. error code p2112 throttle body actuator stuck closed. no carbo no hit, clean throttle body."

— 2011 FORD MUSTANG owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 01/14/2014

"I was driving on the freeway approximately 65 mph when my throttle light went on (wrench) , my car lost power and began to idle. extremely frightening, i had cars coming at high speeds almost getting rear ended. my car accelerator gave out completely going into "safe mode"."

— 2011 FORD MUSTANG owner · ENGINE · Filed 07/30/2013

"While driving car suddenly loses power and shows wrench light and goes into limp mode. trouble codes shown p2111 and p2112. this can happen any time during driving and has happened in heavy traffic potentially dangerous consequences."

— 2012 FORD MUSTANG owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 05/03/2016

"Throttle body failing at 60k, ford has tsb for 2016+ mustang throttle bodies with same issue, not 2015. code p2112. vehicle randomly goes into limp mode at anywhere from 10mph to 60mph. happened 3 times in the last 2 weeks including twice in the last two days."

— 2015 FORD MUSTANG owner · ENGINE · Filed 07/17/2020

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3

'11

1

'12

1

'15

Common Causes on FORD MUSTANG

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 40%

ENGINE 40%

POWER TRAIN 20%

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 P2112 mean on a FORD MUSTANG? ▾

P2112 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed. This is a powertrain code. 5 FORD MUSTANG owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P2112 on FORD MUSTANG? ▾

Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Engine, Engine, Power Train. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P2112 serious on my FORD MUSTANG? ▾

Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD MUSTANG, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD MUSTANG shows P2112? ▾

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.