P2138 on KIA SORENTO
What P2138 Means on Your KIA SORENTO
Real KIA SORENTO Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"Exiting a strip center to cross 2 lanes of traffic and make a left to merge into traffic, i accelerated in a safe gap only to find my vehicle had almost no acceleration. i was nearly in a side impact collision if not for the excellent awareness and reaction of the others on the road."
"Two days ago the check engine light illuminated (and stayed on) with intermittent electronic stability control off light illuminated; vehicle acceleration became sluggish and sometimes unresponsive."
"While driving, the check engine and esc lights illuminated. vehicle had sudden loss of acceleration and would not go beyond 40mph. speed decreased below 40mph on hills. vehicle continued to have problems even after restarting. a check of the odb-ii codes gave p2138, p2127 and p2106."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P2138 on KIA SORENTO
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
Complaint Trend by Year
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.
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Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
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