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Kia Forums is a community dedicated to all Kia models. Come discuss the Kia Sorento, Rio, Sportage, Soul and more! Hi everyone, I recently got a check engine code on my 2021 Sorento 2.4L — P2181.
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A quick Google search says this code points to an issue with the cooling system performance, specifically that the engine is running outside its normal temperature range. I called Kia to get a replacement... Code 2181 - Coolant system performance on Sorento 21 | Kia Forum I have a 2017 Kia Sorento that is the AWD with the 3.3L V6 GDI engine. I recently had an engine failure that it appears many others with 2016 Sorentos are also experiencing.
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it seems the problem is coming up then the cars get to a certain milage with most failing between 100k and 150k miles... Kia is smart, they make the throttle very touchy so you want to buy the car when you test drive it, and so it doesn't feel like the engine is struggling to move the SUV weight, that's fine. But if you want good mpg you have to pretend there is an egg in between your foot and the pedal. Then downhill lift off the foot to activate EV mode. Hey folks.
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