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P1680 Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMWMazdaVAGVolvo

BMW

1 interpretation
P1680
Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal 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.

Possible causes

  • Instrument cluster control module
  • CAN signal

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1680
Metering Oil Pump Failure Mazda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Metering Oil Pump circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1680
Limp - home mode - active VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

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

Possible causes

  • Throttle control unit
  • APP sensor
Applies to Audi
P1680
Reset - Resistant Limp - Mode Active VAG · engine Data confidence 84%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Reset - Resistant Limp - Mode Active circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18088. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Recommended checks

  • Check Throttle Position Sensor 1/2 (G79/G185)
  • Check Throttle Body
Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1680
CAN data bus, immobilizer control module - no signal Volvo · immobilizer Data confidence 62%

The control module did not receive the expected CAN data bus, immobilizer control module signal. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • immobilizer control module
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1680

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

680

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1680

What does P1680 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal 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 P1680 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1680 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Mazda, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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