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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Performance

The KUBOTA-P0116 (Kubota) diesel fault code means: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Performance. This is a moderate severity code.

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Keep driving?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
beginner
Estimated cost
$45-$140 thermostat, $90-$200 sensor

What Are the Symptoms of KUBOTA-P0116?

  • DPF will not regen (ECU doesn't see warm-up)
  • Cold-start smoke

What Causes KUBOTA-P0116? (Most Likely First)

  • Stuck-open thermostat (very common on compact-tractor duty cycle) Very Likely
  • Drifted coolant temp sensor Likely

Can I Still Drive with KUBOTA-P0116?

Yes, with caution. KUBOTA-P0116 is rated moderate severity. Keep trips short and get it diagnosed soon rather than waiting for symptoms to worsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kubota code P0116?

Kubota P0116 means: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Performance. Moderate code. Keep working cautiously and plan repair.

Can I keep using my Kubota with P0116?

Moderate fault -- continue light use, fix at next service. Use Kubota Diagmaster software (dealer tool) for full diagnostics.

How much does P0116 cost to fix on a Kubota?

Repair cost range: $45-$140 thermostat, $90-$200 sensor. Compact-tractor labor is typically $110-$150/hr in 2026.

Mechanics Guide Step-by-step diagnosis

How Do You Diagnose KUBOTA-P0116?

  1. Compare ECT live value to IR gun on thermostat housing.

  2. Replace thermostat with Kubota OEM.

Sources 1

This page is built from documented references. Verify against your own service info before repair work.

  • SAE J2012Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions (defines P0116 as a generic OBD-II code)

P0116 on Other Platforms

The same code ID appears across other engines, vehicles, and equipment. Diagnostic flow varies by platform — see the matching breakdown:

Gas / Automotive (OBD-II) Generic OBD-II definition for P0116 Duramax moderate Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance MaxxForce moderate ECT Sensor Performance Yanmar moderate Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Performance

Which Vehicles Commonly Get KUBOTA-P0116?

  • Kubota BX1880 / BX2380 / BX23S sub-compact tractors
  • Kubota L2501 / L3301 / L3901 utility tractors
  • Kubota L4060 / L4760 / L5060 / L5460 grand L tractors
  • Kubota M5-091 / M5-111 utility tractors
  • Kubota M6S-111 / M7060 / M7-132 / M7-152 tractors
  • Kubota MX5400 / MX6000 utility tractors
  • Kubota SVL65-2 / SVL75-2 / SVL95-2s skid steer loaders
  • Kubota SSV65 / SSV75 skid steer loaders
  • Kubota RTV-X1100C / RTV-X1140 / RTV1140CPX utility vehicles
  • Kubota generator sets (GL, GR, SQ series)

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