Code result

P016B

Closed Loop Air/Fuel Ratio Control At Limit - System Too Rich

High severity

What it means

Closed-loop fuel trim hit its lean correction limit because mixture is structurally too rich. Likely fuel pressure too high, leaking injector, or O2 sensor reporting too lean.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Injector leaking

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

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