OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2213 NOx Sensor Circuit (Bank 2)
NOx Sensor Circuit (Bank 2): an electrical fault is present in the circuit.
Is it safe to drive with P2213?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor element failed
Symptoms
- Check engine light or NOx warning on
- AdBlue/DEF level or quality warning
- Possible no-start countdown after ignore period
- Failed emissions inspection (NOx)
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Nox Sensor
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.