Code Definition

B2141 — NVH Configuration failure

System: Body  |  Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard)  |  Make: Ford

About B2141

B2141 is a generic (obd-ii standard) body diagnostic trouble code recorded for Ford vehicles. It belongs to the B-prefix family of codes, which covers body, interior, airbag, or comfort-electronics faults.

Scanning & clearing: Body (B) codes are often stored in the body control module, airbag module, or climate module. A basic OBD-II tool usually will not read body codes — an enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is typically required.

Because B2141 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.

Code Information

This fault code is stored when a mismatch or invalid configuration is detected in the Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) parameters programmed into the vehicle’s control modules, typically after module replacement or improper programming. The Body Control Module (BCM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) validates NVH calibration data during startup. If the data is missing, corrupted, or inconsistent with expected vehicle configuration (e.g., engine type, transmission, driveline components), B2141 is set.

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