P2413 on Ford
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Performance
P2413 on Ford vehicles indicates exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system performance. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Ford model — most commonly on Explorer. P2413 is a generic powertrain code meaning the engine computer commanded the EGR valve to move but did not see the expected change in exhaust-gas flow — the system is responding, just not performing as designed. The EGR system routes a metered amount of exhaust back into the intake to lower combustion temperatures and cut NOx emissions, so when flow is wrong the computer flags a performance fault rather than a simple electrical one. Drivers typically notice a check-engine light along with rough idle, hesitation on acceleration, reduced power, and worse fuel economy; some diesels may drop into limp mode. The code is especially common on the Renault 1.5 dCi turbodiesel, where carbon-fouled EGR valves are a known weak point and the ECU's learned adaptation values must be reset after cleaning or replacing the valve, or the code returns. Ignoring it risks a failed emissions test, accelerating carbon buildup in the intake, and on diesels extra soot loading of the particulate filter.
Common Causes of P2413
- •Faulty or sticking EGR valve, usually from carbon buildup seizing the pintle (very common on Renault 1.5 dCi diesels)
- •Clogged EGR passages or intake ports restricting exhaust-gas flow
- •Faulty EGR valve position sensor giving incorrect feedback to the ECU
- •Open, shorted, or corroded wiring and connectors in the EGR valve circuit
- •ECU adaptation values not reset after EGR valve cleaning or replacement (frequent cause of the code returning on Renault dCi engines)
- •Exhaust leaks or vacuum-supply problems upstream of the EGR system
- •Failed EGR driver circuit inside the PCM/ECM (rare)
P2413 on Ford by Model
Ford Explorer(1 issue)
- EGR Valve Poppet Head Detachment Causing Unexpected Loss of Drive Power (Recall 26V122)2025
On certain 2025 Explorers (and other Ford/Lincoln models), the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve can fail because the valve's poppet head can detach due to an inconsistent weld during manufacturing. A failed EGR valve can cause an unexpected loss of drive power while driving. The campaign covers roughly 48,000 vehicles across the affected lineup. At the time of the recall the final remedy was still under development, anticipated around September 2026.
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What does P2413 mean on Ford?▼
P2413 stands for "Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Performance." P2413 is a generic powertrain code meaning the engine computer commanded the EGR valve to move but did not see the expected change in exhaust-gas flow — the system is responding, just not performing as designed. The EGR system routes a metered amount of exhaust back into the intake to lower combustion temperatures and cut NOx emissions, so when flow is wrong the computer flags a performance fault rather than a simple electrical one. Drivers typically notice a check-engine light along with rough idle, hesitation on acceleration, reduced power, and worse fuel economy; some diesels may drop into limp mode. The code is especially common on the Renault 1.5 dCi turbodiesel, where carbon-fouled EGR valves are a known weak point and the ECU's learned adaptation values must be reset after cleaning or replacing the valve, or the code returns. Ignoring it risks a failed emissions test, accelerating carbon buildup in the intake, and on diesels extra soot loading of the particulate filter. On Ford specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P2413 on Ford vehicles?▼
Common causes on Ford: Faulty or sticking EGR valve, usually from carbon buildup seizing the pintle (very common on Renault 1.5 dCi diesels), Clogged EGR passages or intake ports restricting exhaust-gas flow, Faulty EGR valve position sensor giving incorrect feedback to the ECU, Open, shorted, or corroded wiring and connectors in the EGR valve circuit, ECU adaptation values not reset after EGR valve cleaning or replacement (frequent cause of the code returning on Renault dCi engines). Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P2413 on a Ford?▼
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and specific Ford model.
Which Ford models have P2413 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P2413 on 1 Ford model: Explorer.