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P1072 Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations)

3 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 2 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2
Brand pages:BMWVAG

BMW

1 interpretation
P1072
Fuel Trim Additive Per Ignition Bank 2 Low BMW · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel Trim Additive Per Ignition Bank 2 Low 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.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1072
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor - heater control - circuit malfunction VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor - heater control circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Audi
P1072
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor - heater control - circuit malfunction VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor - heater control circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1072

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

072

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1072

What does P1072 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel Trim Additive Per Ignition Bank 2 Low 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 P1072 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1072 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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