P0122 on Chevrolet
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch 'A' Circuit Low Input
P0122 on Chevrolet vehicles indicates throttle/pedal position sensor/switch 'a' circuit low input. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Chevrolet model — most commonly on Impala. This generic code means the PCM detected a lower-than-expected voltage from the throttle position sensor (or accelerator pedal position sensor) 'A' circuit. This sensor tells the computer how far the throttle/pedal is open so it can manage fuel, timing, and on drive-by-wire systems the throttle itself. A low or lost signal can cause hesitation, surging, poor acceleration, stalling, or limp-home mode, so it should be diagnosed promptly. Typical repair costs on Chevrolet range from $100 to $450, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0122
- •Faulty throttle position sensor
- •Short to ground or open in the TPS signal circuit
- •Damaged or corroded TPS connector
- •Loss of reference voltage or bad ground to the sensor
- •Worn throttle body / TPS contacts
- •Chafed or pinched wiring harness
- •Faulty PCM (rare)
P0122 on Chevrolet by Model
Chevrolet Impala(1 issue)
- Reduced Engine Power / Service StabiliTrak from Throttle Body Failure2006-2016
Impalas frequently throw a cluster of warnings at once — 'Engine Power Reduced,' 'Service StabiliTrak,' and 'Service Traction Control' — that are usually one underlying drive-by-wire fault rather than three separate failures. The most common root cause is the electronic throttle body actuator (or the dual throttle-position sensors inside it) going out of range; the accelerator pedal position sensors can also disagree. Because the ECM cross-checks these dual sensors, any disagreement forces the car into limp-home mode with drastically reduced power. Carbon buildup on the throttle plate aggravates it, especially in cold weather.
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What does P0122 mean on Chevrolet?▼
P0122 stands for "Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch 'A' Circuit Low Input." This generic code means the PCM detected a lower-than-expected voltage from the throttle position sensor (or accelerator pedal position sensor) 'A' circuit. This sensor tells the computer how far the throttle/pedal is open so it can manage fuel, timing, and on drive-by-wire systems the throttle itself. A low or lost signal can cause hesitation, surging, poor acceleration, stalling, or limp-home mode, so it should be diagnosed promptly. On Chevrolet specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0122 on Chevrolet vehicles?▼
Common causes on Chevrolet: Faulty throttle position sensor, Short to ground or open in the TPS signal circuit, Damaged or corroded TPS connector, Loss of reference voltage or bad ground to the sensor, Worn throttle body / TPS contacts. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0122 on a Chevrolet?▼
Repair costs on Chevrolet range from $100 to $450, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Chevrolet models have P0122 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0122 on 1 Chevrolet model: Impala.