P2112 on Ford Expedition
Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Ford Expedition context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P2112.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P2112 Means on Your Ford Expedition
P2112 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Throttle Actuator A Control System - Stuck Closed. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real Ford Expedition Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"I was driving and going around 45mph when the wrench warning light came on and I lost the ability to accelerate. The car could only coast. I was able to coast to a parking lot. I turned off the car and restarted it. It seemed fine so I drove home."
"When pulling out into heavy traffic on a divided four lane road, the vehicle suddenly lost power and went into limp mode almost causing a serious accident. the check engine light came on and the code was later to be determined p2112 throttle actuator a control system stuck closed."
"2015 expedition 3.5 ecoboost stalls out while driving due to defective throttle body (code p2112). this should be a safety recall."
"Vehicle engine shuts down whlie driveing at any given time, gear and speeds. all electrical parts remains working. stop and restart the car and it's working again for a few minutes and the engine shuts down again.while in motion."
"Engine stalls out at freeway speeds and produces a p2112 code throttle body stuck closed. engine cuts out completely. has happened five times. mileage 55234 only. engine restarts normally until next incident."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on Ford Expedition
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.