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P1051 Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations)

4 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 4 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2
Brand pages:BMWDodgeFordNissan

BMW

1 interpretation
P1051
O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Signal Intermittent Bank 1 Sensor 2 BMW · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Signal Intermittent Bank 1 Sensor 2 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1051
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 2, bank 1 inactive Dodge · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 2, bank 1 inactive circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connectors
  • HO2S
  • ECM

Ford

1 interpretation
P1051
Brake Switch Signal Missing or Improper Ford · braking Data confidence 80%

The control module did not receive the expected Brake Switch signal. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1051
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), bank 2, heater - voltage low Nissan · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), bank 2, heater voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • HO2S

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1051

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

051

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1051

What does P1051 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Signal Intermittent Bank 1 Sensor 2 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1051 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1051 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Dodge, Ford, Nissan. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1051 at file level?

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