P2106 & P2110 Throttle Body Repair on a 2013 Kia Sorento SX in Tampa

Bay Brothers Automotive | Tampa Auto Diagnostics & Repair

When Limp Mode Turns a Normal Drive Into a Problem

A 2013 Kia Sorento SX came into Bay Brothers Automotive with a frustrating drivability issue: the vehicle had gone into limp mode, the ABS light and Traction Control light were on, and the customer had already seen a throttle actuator-related code during a scan.

Once the warning lights appeared, the Sorento also began having trouble starting. That combination of symptoms told us this was more than a simple warning light. The vehicle’s computer was limiting power to protect the engine and drivetrain from a fault it could not safely ignore.

The Diagnosis: P2106 and P2110

Our technician performed an inspection and found stored diagnostic trouble codes P2106 and P2110. Both codes pointed toward a throttle actuator malfunction with forced limited power.

In plain English, the vehicle was not confident it could properly control the electronic throttle. Since the throttle body controls how much air enters the engine, a failure here can cause poor acceleration, reduced power, limp mode, hard starting, and warning lights across multiple systems.

The Repair: Replacing the Throttle Body

Based on the diagnostic findings, the proper repair was to remove and replace the throttle body. For this repair story, the featured replacement component is TB-K10014, a throttle body assembly used to restore proper air control and drivability.

After replacing the throttle body, the next step is just as important as the part itself: clearing the stored codes and road testing the vehicle. That verification process helps confirm that the reduced-power condition is gone and that no additional issues are hiding behind the original fault.

What Else We Found

During the visit, our inspection also found an oil leak coming from the valve cover gasket area. While that leak was separate from the limp mode concern, it is still worth addressing to help keep the engine clean and prevent future oil-loss or odor issues.

The Result: Power Restored and a Clear Path Forward

This repair is a great example of why accurate diagnostics matter. A vehicle in limp mode can feel like it has a major engine or transmission problem, but in this case, the stored codes led us to the throttle body system. Replacing the failed component and verifying the repair helped get the 2013 Kia Sorento SX back on the road with confidence.

If your vehicle is stuck in limp mode, showing throttle actuator codes, or driving with reduced power, Bay Brothers Automotive can help with professional auto diagnostics in Tampa.

Need Limp Mode or Throttle Body Diagnostics in Tampa?

Visit Bay Brothers Automotive at 3702 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, Florida 33603, call 813-421-3673, or schedule service online at www.baybrothersauto.com.