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P2457 on 2019-2020 Lincoln Nautilus (Standard, Select, Reserve) — Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance

1 vehicles · 1 makes · $600-$9,000 repair

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2019-2020Lincoln NautilusStandard +2

P2457 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance.” Generic code set when the PCM determines the EGR cooler/cooling system is not lowering recirculated exhaust gas temperature as much as expected — the cooler is underperforming, often due to clogging, coolant flow loss, or a stuck bypass. This code is most commonly reported on 2019-2020 Lincoln Nautilus (Standard, Select, Reserve), with repair costs ranging from $600 to $9,000.

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  • Common Causes
  • Repair Cost
  • Vehicles (1)
  • Related Codes
  • FAQ
  • Sources (3)
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Common Causes

1Carbon-clogged/restricted EGR cooler
2Loss of coolant flow through the cooler
3Stuck EGR cooler bypass valve
4Faulty temperature sensors used for the monitor

Typical Repair Cost

$600 - $9,000

Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.

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Vehicles Affected (1)

Lincoln P2457 page →
NautilusCritical

2.0L EcoBoost coolant loss / EGR cooler leak — low coolant, white smoke, overheat

2019-2020$600-$9,0000 reports

Related Codes (8)

P2450Evaporative Emission System Switching Valve Performance/Stuck OpenP2451Evaporative Emission System Switching Valve Stuck ClosedP2452Diesel Particulate Filter Pressure Sensor "A" CircuitP2453Diesel Particulate Filter Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance01447EVAP System (VAG)P0030HO2S Heater Control Circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 1)P0031HO2S Heater Control Circuit Low (Bank 1 Sensor 1)P0032HO2S Heater Control Circuit High (Bank 1 Sensor 1)

FAQ

What does P2457 mean?

P2457 stands for "Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance." Generic code set when the PCM determines the EGR cooler/cooling system is not lowering recirculated exhaust gas temperature as much as expected — the cooler is underperforming, often due to clogging, coolant flow loss, or a stuck bypass.

What are the most common causes of P2457?

The most common causes of P2457 are: Carbon-clogged/restricted EGR cooler, Loss of coolant flow through the cooler, Stuck EGR cooler bypass valve, Faulty temperature sensors used for the monitor. The specific cause varies by vehicle.

How much does it cost to fix P2457?

Repair costs for P2457 range from $600 to $9,000, depending on the vehicle and root cause.

Which vehicles are affected by P2457?

Au7o has documented P2457 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Lincoln.

Sources (3)

  • TSB2.0L EcoBoost - Low Coolant/White Smoke/MIL with DTCs - 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus (TSB 20-2234)
  • Forum2019 Nautilus - White Smoke / Coolant Reservoir Empty / Smell inside - Lincoln Forums
  • articleNewer Ford, Lincoln Vehicles Plagued by EcoBoost Coolant-Leak Defect, Class Action Says
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