OBD Guide

P21CE

Reductant Quality Module Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • SCR System Error Message
  • Unpleasant exhaust smell

Causes

  • Reductant quality module malfunction
  • Problems with wiring to the module
  • Low quality or contamination of the reductant
  • Control module software error
  • Mechanical damage to the module

How to Fix

  1. Check the quality and level of the reductant
  2. Diagnose the reductant quality module
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  4. Replace the reductant quality module if necessary
  5. Update ECU software

Related codes

Error P21CE by Vehicle Brand