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2021 FORD BRONCO

2.3L I4 EcoBoost4WDAUTOMATICgasturbo
18 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1641high severityPowertrain

Fuel Pump Primary Circuit Failure

on 2021 Ford Bronco 2.3L I4 EcoBoost · 4WD

What this code means

The fuel pump primary circuit has an electrical failure. The PCM cannot properly control the fuel pump relay or the circuit to the fuel pump.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Engine may not start
  • Engine stalls
  • Loss of fuel pressure

Common causes

  • Faulty fuel pump relay
  • Blown fuel pump fuse
  • Wiring issue in fuel pump circuit
  • Failed fuel pump
  • Corroded connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuel pump fuse and relay
  2. Test for power at fuel pump connector
  3. Check fuel pump relay operation
  4. Test fuel pump directly with battery power
  5. Inspect wiring for damage

Repair notes

Replace fuel pump relay or fuse. Repair wiring. Replace fuel pump if failed.

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