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P106BModeratePowertrain

P106B on 2012-2019 Fiat 500 (Pop, Sport, Lounge, Turbo) — Manufacturer-Specific Powertrain Sensor/Solenoid Fault

1 vehicles · 1 makes · $800-$1,400 repair

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Most Reported On

2012-2019Fiat 500Pop +3

P106B is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Manufacturer-Specific Powertrain Sensor/Solenoid Fault.” P106B is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code whose meaning varies significantly by maker, so it should not be read as a single fixed fault. Reported definitions include a cylinder 4 oil-supply solenoid valve timing fault (Chrysler/Fiat group), a fuel pressure regulator performance issue (some Honda/Toyota references), a throttle valve stuck/hard-to-move condition (some VW references), and pressure-sensor correlation faults on others. Because of this, the specific circuit must be confirmed with make-and-model service data before repair. This code is most commonly reported on 2012-2019 Fiat 500 (Pop, Sport, Lounge, Turbo), with repair costs ranging from $800 to $1,400.

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  • Common Causes
  • Repair Cost
  • Vehicles (1)
  • Related Codes
  • FAQ
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Common Causes

1Oil supply/control solenoid valve fault (Chrysler/Fiat group)
2Fuel pressure regulator or fuel system performance issue (some makes)
3Throttle body/valve sticking or contamination (some VW)
4Pressure sensor or sensor-correlation fault
5Wiring, connector, or ground problems in the affected circuit
6Low or dirty engine oil (oil-solenoid variants)
7Faulty PCM/ECM

Typical Repair Cost

$800 - $1,400

Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.

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Vehicles Affected (1)

Fiat P106B page →
500Critical

MultiAir Actuator Failure

2012-2019$800-$1,400185 reports

Related Codes (8)

P1065Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve / ECM Power or Fuel Pressure Fault (manufacturer-specific)P1067Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific)P1069Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific)P0013"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open (Bank 1)P0020Camshaft Position 'A' Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)P0023"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open (Bank 2)P0025"B" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 2)P0026Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1)

FAQ

What does P106B mean?

P106B stands for "Manufacturer-Specific Powertrain Sensor/Solenoid Fault." P106B is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code whose meaning varies significantly by maker, so it should not be read as a single fixed fault. Reported definitions include a cylinder 4 oil-supply solenoid valve timing fault (Chrysler/Fiat group), a fuel pressure regulator performance issue (some Honda/Toyota references), a throttle valve stuck/hard-to-move condition (some VW references), and pressure-sensor correlation faults on others. Because of this, the specific circuit must be confirmed with make-and-model service data before repair.

What are the most common causes of P106B?

The most common causes of P106B are: Oil supply/control solenoid valve fault (Chrysler/Fiat group), Fuel pressure regulator or fuel system performance issue (some makes), Throttle body/valve sticking or contamination (some VW), Pressure sensor or sensor-correlation fault, Wiring, connector, or ground problems in the affected circuit, Low or dirty engine oil (oil-solenoid variants), Faulty PCM/ECM. The specific cause varies by vehicle.

How much does it cost to fix P106B?

Repair costs for P106B range from $800 to $1,400, depending on the vehicle and root cause.

Which vehicles are affected by P106B?

Au7o has documented P106B across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Fiat.

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