Golf R catalyst efficiency code but car drives normally (Seattle)
In Seattle, a catalyst efficiency code came back after clearing once. The car drives normally and there are no misfire codes. Before condemning the catalytic c…
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My model year is in a recall article but my VIN is not (Dallas)
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2 dealer says they can't reproduce the problem
2 dealer says they can't reproduce the problem.
CityGeek60Community StarterMay 23, 20262024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual MotorConnecticut4 replies0 helpful
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ApexGuy71Community StarterMay 21, 20262025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid LimitedNorth Jersey3 replies0 helpful
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Catalyst efficiency code but car drives normally — 2021
A catalyst efficiency code came back after clearing once. The car drives normally and there are no misfire codes. Before condemning the catalytic converter, wh…
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