Code result

P221F

Reductant Heater C Current Too High

High severity

What it means

Reductant Heater C Current Too High: the control module has detected this fault condition. The reductant (DEF/AdBlue) heater keeps the urea fluid from freezing; a fault can impair SCR dosing in cold conditions.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code points to a problem that can cause damage or affect safety. Avoid driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Element partially shorted

    high

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

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