P0106 on Ford: How to Diagnose & Fix
MAP/Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/Performance
1 Ford model · 1 documented issue · 1 critical
P0106 on Ford by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
The engine wiring harness splices that feed the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor were crimped with insufficient compression on 2013 Escapes built January 11, 2012 through April 1, 2013. The loose splice sends an incorrect MAP signal to the powertrain control module, and the PCM responds with hesitation, a rough or unstable idle, or an outright stall — often with no stored code that points at the harness, because the sensor itself tests good. Ford recalled the vehicles under 14S17 (NHTSA 14V495000), then had to re-recall them as 14S17-S1 (NHTSA 15V813000) when the first remedy did not hold, extending coverage to 2013-2014 Focus ST as well. This is an electrical-connection defect and is completely separate from the 1.6L coolant intrusion and cylinder-head cracking issues that dominate this generation, though it affects many of the same cars.
Common Symptoms
- Engine hesitates or bucks under light throttle
- Engine stalls at idle or when coming to a stop
- Rough or hunting idle
- Check engine light with fuel-trim or MAP-related codes, or no code at all
- Symptom is intermittent and worse when the engine is warm
How to Fix
Free recall remedy under NHTSA 15V813000 / Ford 14S17-S1 — the dealer cuts out the original crimped splices and installs new splices in the engine wiring harness at no charge. If the car had the first version of the repair (14S17 / 14V495000) it still needs the 14S17-S1 re-repair, so check the VIN even on a car with a recall already logged. If the stall persists after the splice repair, have the MAP sensor and the harness pigtail load-tested with the engine warm rather than replacing the PCM.
Sources for this issue (3)
P0106 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0106 mean on a Ford?
P0106 stands for "MAP/Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/Performance." P0106 means the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) or barometric pressure sensor signal is out of the expected range or not matching engine operating conditions (range/performance). The MAP sensor measures intake manifold pressure/vacuum, which the computer uses to gauge engine load and calculate the correct fuel and ignition timing. When the reading is implausible — too steady, not tracking throttle changes, or inconsistent with other sensors — the computer flags this code. Symptoms often include rough idle, hesitation, poor fuel economy, or a lack of power, and the cause may be the sensor, a vacuum leak, or wiring. On Ford it is documented across 1 model: Escape.
What are the most common causes of P0106?
The most common causes of P0106 are: Faulty MAP sensor, Vacuum leak or disconnected/cracked vacuum line to the sensor, Clogged or restricted MAP sensor port, Wiring or connector problems in the sensor circuit, Intake manifold leak affecting pressure readings, Restricted air intake or exhaust affecting manifold pressure, Poor ground or reference voltage to the sensor. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0106 on a Ford?
Repair costs vary widely with the root cause and Ford model; each issue on this page carries its own estimate where one is published.
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