OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2381 EGR Sensor D Circuit High
EGR Sensor D Circuit High: the signal voltage is above the expected range. Without valid EGR feedback the ECU disables exhaust gas recirculation and may set further EGR codes.
Is it safe to drive with P2381?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal line shorted to supply
- PossibleSensor ground open
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Pinging or knocking under load
- Power loss and hesitation
- Possible rough idle
- Failed emissions inspection (NOx)
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.6–1.8 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Egr Sensor D, Egr Sensor Wiring D
Related codes
- P044DEGR Sensor C Circuit High
- P2386EGR Sensor E Circuit High
- P237EExhaust Heat Exchanger Bypass Valve A Control Circuit High
- P237FExhaust Heat Exchanger Bypass Valve A Control Performance
- P2380Wait to Start Lamp Control Circuit
- P2382EGR Sensor D Circuit Low
- P2383EGR Sensor D Circuit Range or Performance
- P2384EGR Sensor D Circuit Intermittent
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.