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P1721 Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations)

6 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 6 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

BMW

1 interpretation
P1721
Throttle position (TP) control circuit - malfunction BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle position (TP) control. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor
  • ECM

Ford

1 interpretation
P1721
Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio Ford · transmission Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the measured gear ratio did not match the commanded gear (Gear 1). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P1721
Control Relay Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

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

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1721
Vehicle Speed Sensor MTR Nissan · engine Data confidence 62%

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

VAG

1 interpretation
P1721
Wheel Speed Signal 3 Range Performance VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Wheel Speed Signal 3 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1721
Module cooling fan - signal high Volvo · thermal_management Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Module cooling fan signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • module cooling fan

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1721

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

721

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1721

What does P1721 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle position (TP) control. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1721 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1721 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Nissan, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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