2011–2017 Ford F-150: Wrench light and reduced power (electronic throttle body)
Likely causes, ranked
- Electronic throttle body failure (codes such as P2112)$660–$660Shop
- Dirty throttle body or loose connectorDIY
- PCM calibration (update in Ford bulletin 16-0139 for some trucks)Shop
Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.
Rough cost: $660–$660DIY or shop: See DIY or shop section
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Symptom: A wrench light comes on, the truck goes into limp mode with very little power, and sometimes it stalls. It often clears after a restart, then comes back.
Likely causes
- Electronic throttle body. An EcoBoost forum owner with a 2014 F-150 had a P2112 throttle position code and was quoted about $660 for the replacement. Ford extended throttle body coverage on some Fusion and Escape models, but owners report the F-150 wasn't included.
- Contamination or a loose connector. Cleaning can help temporarily.
- Software. Ford's bulletin 16-0139 is cited by a Ford Truck Enthusiasts owner whose throttle body was replaced under it.
Rough cost range
| Repair | Reported |
|---|---|
| Throttle body replacement (dealer quote) | About $660 |
DIY or shop?
The throttle body is a bolt-on part that many owners replace themselves. Diagnosis needs a scan tool.
Useful steps
- Read the codes. P2111/P2112 and throttle correlation codes point to the throttle body.
- Ask the dealer whether any bulletin applies to your VIN.
- Ask Ford about goodwill coverage if you're just past warranty.
Vehicle focus: 2011–2017 Ford F-150.
Safety / mechanic note
Sudden limp mode in an intersection or while merging is dangerous. Verify with a mechanic promptly.
Related trouble codes
- P2111
- P2112
Recalls & service bulletins
No recalls or service bulletins are listed for this page yet.
NHTSA complaints: 647 keyword-matched complaints for Ford F-150 2011–2017 (of 12,315 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15). F-150 counts include NHTSA's cab-specific model names (Regular Cab, SuperCab, SuperCrew).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sources
What actually fixed it?
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