P2441 on SUBARU FORESTER
AIR System Switching Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Subaru Forester 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 P2441.
- 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 P2441 Means on Your SUBARU FORESTER
P2441 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: AIR System Switching Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1. This code relates to the fuel, air, emissions, or auxiliary powertrain control system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real SUBARU FORESTER Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"The fault indicators came on and the error code p2441 was present both at the first occurrence and at the second occurrence at 105,000 miles. at the second occurrence the price for fixing the problem was set at $2123."
"Code p2441 - secondary air injection system solenoid malfunction. problem occured at 87k miles."
"I bought the car in may of 2008. on feb. 29, the check engine light and the traction control light came on, as well as the cruise control light started flashing. i thought, why? i've only had it for almost 4 years and less than 50k miles."
"Hello- i am experiencing continued issues after recall: 16v-738. i began attempting to resolve this issue in september of 2016. the issue impacts the secondary air system and my vehicle would not pass ca smog. i have to have a passing smog to renew my ca registration."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on SUBARU FORESTER
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.