[Lskywalker77]

So 400 miles in and engine light came on. This is what happened. I was running into the library and left the Taos on because I left my 15 year old daughter in the car. By the time I came out it had auto shutoff. I hit the start button and via the engine light was on. WTH??? Nothing in the app stating it needs service. Was really hoping I didn't get a lemon but now between this and the auto start not working, who knows.....goes in next Saturday for autostart already so I'll just add it to the list. Any thoughts on how to fix?

 

[k.aoi]

Just wait for the dealer to look at it, or if you really want stop by an auto parts store to pull the code if you're interested

 

[dman71]

Getting the correct information from the app is virtually impossible. Glad it's provided at no cost or i wouldn't have it. Almost worthless.

 

[CorradoG60]

So 400 miles in and engine light came on. This is what happened. I was running into the library and left the Taos on because I left my 15 year old daughter in the car. By the time I came out it had auto shutoff. I hit the start button and via the engine light was on. WTH??? Nothing in the app stating it needs service. Was really hoping I didn't get a lemon but now between this and the auto start not working, who knows.....goes in next Saturday for autostart already so I'll just add it to the list. Any thoughts on how to fix?

The autoshutoff in park is truly one of the most dangerous features on any new car and I am surprised it passed NHTSA. A situation where EPA trumps safety.

 

[Jmray3]

If you didn’t start the car completely and you just did the AC/electronics (Pressed the start button without your foot on the break) the engine light will always be on. I guess it’s a way to show you that the car is not completely cranked

 

[Lskywalker77]

If you didn’t start the car completely and you just did the AC/electronics (Pressed the start button without your foot on the break) the engine light will always be on. I guess it’s a way to show you that the car is not completely cranked

Agreed. However I did place my foot on the brake to restart it. As of right now the light is still on and I think I might stop by an auto zone to have them do a quick read on it since I can't get to the dealer till later next week.

 

[Lskywalker77]

Well at dealer now for engine light, and its the dreaded purge valve. Luckily they have one and will replace it. As for auto start they fixed the key fob but app isn't working. Told to talk to salesperson.

 

[Lskywalker77]

Well two days since "the fix", engine light came back on....curious to see what they say is the issue this time. I'll keep everyone posted.

 

[blnewto]

What code did you have?

 

[Lskywalker77]

What code did you have?

P2421 Evap valve stuck open

 

[blnewto]

P2421 Evap valve stuck open

Yep, same as mine. Came on at 1000 miles, cleared code, came back on 500 miles later. Took to dealer, they ordered the part, cleared code and stayed off another 5k miles. It came back on again, cleared code and has stayed off for the last 2k miles. I'm not going to have the dealer change out the part, our nearest dealer is 200 miles away and that part has no effect on the drive. Maybe when that part becomes available for $20 like the previous version of that valve, I'll change it out myself

 

[soulmax]

Damn, I'm still waiting for my Taos, but something like this does not give me confidence. Did your code(Purge valve stuck open) give you rough idle or drivability issues?

 

[blnewto]

Damn, I'm still waiting for my Taos, but something like this does not give me confidence. Did your code(Purge valve stuck open) give you rough idle or drivability issues?

No, if you didn't have that CEL you'd never know anything was wrong, drives great!

 

[tbrown83]

P2421 Evap valve stuck open

Just got my car back from being repaired with this same code. This is the fourth time this car has been in the shop for various issues such as A/C out, charging port out, EPC light, failure to accelerate, etc. I need to get rid of it. I just got the car in December.

 

[Crazyfinfan3]

Just got my SEL about a month ago, I’m right at 1,000 miles but haven’t had any issues with it so far.

 

[blnewto]

Just got my SEL about a month ago, I’m right at 1,000 miles but haven’t had any issues with it so far.

Did you confirm the code#? No biggie if it's that vent valve, but other code #s may be more of a concern.

 

[k.aoi]

I spoke too soon. I'm at 13,300 miles today and this morning on my way to work the MIL started flashing, the EPC light came on, and it said reduced engine power and started shaking violently with any throttle application. I called the dealer and they said to have it towed. Wonderful. Will update when I know more

 

[Jwages]

I'm reminded of what a BMW mechanic told me. Electronics and cars don't mix. He was talking about the electronic components in the engine bay.

 

[k.aoi]

I spoke too soon. I'm at 13,300 miles today and this morning on my way to work the MIL started flashing, the EPC light came on, and it said reduced engine power and started shaking violently with any throttle application. I called the dealer and they said to have it towed. Wonderful. Will update when I know more

Turns out it was just the charcoal canister- liquid gas got into it (probably from overfilling) and that set off the MIL and put it in limp mode. It's cleaned out and driveable now while they wait for a replacement part.

 

[CRVW]

Turns out it was just the charcoal canister- liquid gas got into it (probably from overfilling) and that set off the MIL and put it in limp mode. It's cleaned out and driveable now while they wait for a replacement part.

Glad it turned out to be something simple!