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P1421 Diagnostic Trouble Code (11 interpretations)

11 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 10 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1421
Intake Air Low Pressure Switch Circuit High Voltage Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the signal in the Intake Air Low Pressure Switch circuit stayed above the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1421
Intake Air Low Pressure Switch Circuit High Voltage Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the signal in the Intake Air Low Pressure Switch circuit stayed above the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Confirm the exact vehicle, ECU and software context
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Ford

1 interpretation
P1421
Catalyst Damage Ford · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Catalyst Damage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Lexus

1 interpretation
P1421
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - large leak Lexus · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - large. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Lexus.

Possible causes

  • EVAP canister
  • EVAP canister purge valve
  • hose leak

Mitsubishi

1 interpretation
P1421
Clogged Or Dirty Catalyst Mitsubishi · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Clogged Or Dirty Catalyst circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1421
Cold start emission control - malfunction Nissan · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Cold start emission control. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Possible causes

  • Intake/exhaust leak/blockage
  • mechanical fault
  • idle speed control (ISC) system
  • ignition control
  • engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor
  • HO2S

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1421
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system - voltage high Subaru · emissions Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system voltage stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open/short to positive
  • EGR solenoid
  • ECM

Suzuki

1 interpretation
P1421
Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve - mechanical fault Suzuki · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve - mechanical fault". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Suzuki.

Possible causes

EVAP canister purge valve

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1421
EVAP Canister Gross Leak Toyota · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the EVAP Canister Gross. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1421
Secondary air injection (AIR) valve/solenoid - short to ground VAG · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Secondary air injection (AIR) valve/solenoid circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • AIR valve/ solenoid
Applies to Audi
P1421
Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve (N112): Short to Ground VAG · emissions Data confidence 88%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve (N112) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17829. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Possible causes

  • Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve (N112) faulty
  • Secondary Air Pump Relay (J299) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve (N112)
  • Check Secondary Air Pump Relay (J299)
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1421

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

421

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1421

What does P1421 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (11 interpretations). The control module detected that the signal in the Intake Air Low Pressure Switch circuit stayed above the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1421 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1421 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Lexus, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1421 at file level?

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