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P2119 on FORD FUSION

Throttle Actuator A Control Throttle Body Range/Performance

NHTSA Reports
10
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2010, 2011, 2018
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P2119 Means on Your FORD FUSION

P2119 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Throttle Actuator A Control Throttle Body Range/Performance. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

10 FORD FUSION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2010-2018. Most reports come from the 2010, 2011 model years.

Real FORD FUSION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"While driving at highway speed with cruise control engaged, the cruise control de-activates, the check engine light comes on, and the wrench icon comes on at the instrument panel. the engine begins to run very rough, surging, then slowing down, and the cruise control cannot be re-engaged."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 06/20/2017

"Car looses power and the check engine and transmition light comes on car while driving at low rpms while driving on city streets . had to pull over and shut off car and restart in order to drive home . had computer system scaned and a p2119 code comes up for throttle body ."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 07/01/2016

"Fuel cap codes, emission control codes and throttle actuator control code are now on all the time. i had taken it back to ford, but light had went out at the time. i was told that the codes do not log in ecm. i was told they could hook up equipment, there would be no codes and the cost $90.00."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 06/01/2013

"Engine cuts off while driving with no warning. won't accelerate when gas is pressed. idle very rough at times and will shift hard at times. check engine light and wrench are both on when incident occurs. throwing obd2 codes p2119,p0104,p2112. ford fusion sel v6 3.0l 75k miles."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 06/05/2015

"Car lost power at 70 while on cruise on the highway lost speed and dropped down to 40, went into limp mode check engine light came on scanned car code p2119 present ford replaced (no charge) throttle body and motor assembly under a customer satisfaction program 13b17."

— 2010 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 09/08/2014

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

5
'10
4
'11
1
'18

Common Causes on FORD FUSION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 30%
ENGINE 20%
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 10%
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10%

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 P2119 mean on a FORD FUSION?
P2119 indicates: Throttle Actuator A Control Throttle Body Range/Performance. This is a powertrain code. 10 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P2119 on FORD FUSION?
Based on 10 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Engine, Engine, Power Train,Electrical System,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P2119 serious on my FORD FUSION?
Of 10 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 P2119?
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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