OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2383 EGR Sensor D Circuit Range or Performance
Same as P2381 but with the signal in plausible voltage range yet not matching the engine model - drift, partial blockage of the reference port, or a slow sensor.
Is it safe to drive with P2383?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor element drifted
- PossibleReference port partially blocked by soot
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
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.