Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
P · PowertrainFuelOBD2
What P21DA means
P21DA
Cylinder 12 Injector B Circuit/Open
Generic · fuel
Data confidence65%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Cylinder 12 Injector B circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
Symptoms
MIL illuminated
Possible rough running or misfire
Possible increased fuel consumption
Possible causes
Injector electrical or mechanical fault
Wiring or connector fault
Fuel supply fault
Air leak causing mixture deviation
Recommended checks
Read fuel trim / mixture adaptation values
Check injector circuits and compare cylinder balance
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
2
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
1DA
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P21DA
What does P21DA mean?
Cylinder 12 Injector B Circuit/Open. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Cylinder 12 Injector B circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
Is P21DA generic or manufacturer-specific?
P21DA is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P21DA at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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