P2152 — Fuel Injector Group "C" Supply Voltage Circuit/Open
P2152 — Fuel Injector Group "C" Supply Voltage Circuit/Open. A fault in the fuel delivery and mixture control. Short, gentle driving to a shop is usually possible. Typical causes: faulty fuel pressure regulator, vacuum or intake leaks skewing the mixture, contaminated or incorrect fuel.
powertrain (engine/transmission)
Is it safe to drive?
Drive with caution Drive with caution. Mixture and fuel-pressure faults can cause stalling, hesitation in traffic and — when severe — catalyst damage. Avoid long trips until diagnosed.
How to diagnose with an OBD scanner
- Read the code and freeze frame Connect an OBD2 scanner, confirm P2152 is stored, and save the freeze frame data — it shows engine conditions when the fault was detected.
- Check for companion codes and TSBs Related codes often reveal the real root cause. Also check manufacturer technical service bulletins (TSB) for your make and model — many P0xxx issues have factory fixes or software updates. Search by VIN on the manufacturer site or nhtsa.gov.
- Inspect wiring and connectors Visually inspect the wiring harness and connectors related to the fuel delivery and mixture control for damage, corrosion, chafing or poor contact.
- Subsystem check Measure fuel pressure at the rail and compare with factory specification at idle and under load.
- Subsystem check Check short-term and long-term fuel trims in live data to see which way the mixture is off.
- Verify the repair Clear the code, complete a full drive cycle including the conditions from the freeze frame, and confirm P2152 does not return.
Approximate repair cost
Repair cost depends on which component actually failed. Typical scenarios for P2152 (parts and labor, USD, independent shop rates): Replace the fuel filter: $80–$200; Clean or replace injectors: $200–$800; Replace the fuel pump: $400–$900; Replace the pressure regulator or sensor: $150–$450. Overall, fixing P2152 usually costs between $80 and $900. An accurate diagnosis before buying parts saves money — the most expensive scenario is rarely the first one to check.
Common questions
What are the symptoms of P2152?
Drivers most often notice: rough idle and hesitation, Check Engine Light on, fuel smell in severe cases, increased fuel consumption.
What does OBD2 code P2152 mean?
P2152 — Fuel Injector Group "C" Supply Voltage Circuit/Open. A fault in the fuel delivery and mixture control. Short, gentle driving to a shop is usually possible. Typical causes: faulty fuel pressure regulator, vacuum or intake leaks skewing the mixture, contaminated or incorrect fuel.
What is the most common cause of P2152?
The most common causes are: faulty fuel pressure regulator, vacuum or intake leaks skewing the mixture, contaminated or incorrect fuel.
How much does it cost to fix P2152?
Replace the fuel filter — $80–$200; Clean or replace injectors — $200–$800; Replace the fuel pump — $400–$900; Replace the pressure regulator or sensor — $150–$450. Exact cost depends on the root cause, your vehicle and local labor rates — a proper diagnosis is the cheapest first step.
How do I diagnose P2152 myself?
Start with a scan: confirm P2152, save the freeze frame and note any companion codes. Then inspect the wiring and connectors related to the fuel delivery and mixture control, and verify the suspect component against live data before buying parts.
What does P2152 mean?
Behind P2152 is a specific failure in the fuel delivery and mixture control: fuel injector group "C" supply voltage circuit/open. The onboard computer stores it in the powertrain (engine/transmission) group after verifying the fault over repeated checks.
This code does not appear from a single bad reading: the module must see the fault condition repeat under defined operating conditions before it turns on the warning light. The freeze frame captured with P2152 — engine load, rpm, temperature, speed — tells you exactly when the problem occurs, so reproduce those conditions when testing.
What causes P2152?
- faulty fuel rail pressure sensor or wiring
- clogged or leaking fuel injectors
- vacuum or intake leaks skewing the mixture
- contaminated or incorrect fuel
Common symptoms of P2152
- rough idle and hesitation
- Check Engine Light on
- fuel smell in severe cases
- increased fuel consumption
- hard starting or long cranking
How to diagnose P2152
- Connect an OBD2 scanner, confirm P2152 is stored, and save the freeze frame data — it shows engine conditions when the fault was detected.
- Related codes often reveal the real root cause. Also check manufacturer technical service bulletins (TSB) for your make and model — many P0xxx issues have factory fixes or software updates. Search by VIN on the manufacturer site or nhtsa.gov.
- Visually inspect the wiring harness and connectors related to the fuel delivery and mixture control for damage, corrosion, chafing or poor contact.
- Measure fuel pressure at the rail and compare with factory specification at idle and under load.
- Check short-term and long-term fuel trims in live data to see which way the mixture is off.
- Clear the code, complete a full drive cycle including the conditions from the freeze frame, and confirm P2152 does not return.
How to fix P2152
Start with the cheapest and most common causes before replacing expensive parts:
- Replace the fuel filter — $80–$200
- Clean or replace injectors — $200–$800
- Replace the fuel pump — $400–$900
- Replace the pressure regulator or sensor — $150–$450
How much does it cost to fix P2152?
Repair cost depends on which component actually failed. Typical scenarios for P2152 (parts and labor, USD, independent shop rates):
- Replace the fuel filter: $80–$200
- Clean or replace injectors: $200–$800
- Replace the fuel pump: $400–$900
- Replace the pressure regulator or sensor: $150–$450
Overall, fixing P2152 usually costs between $80 and $900. An accurate diagnosis before buying parts saves money — the most expensive scenario is rarely the first one to check.
Can you drive with P2152?
Drive with caution. Mixture and fuel-pressure faults can cause stalling, hesitation in traffic and — when severe — catalyst damage. Avoid long trips until diagnosed.
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