Ollama Cloud Model Alias Bug: kimi-k2.6 Incorrectly Maps to K2.5

What this error means

Model alias kimi-k2.6 incorrectly maps to K2.5 — both endpoints return same model in cloud is a Ollama failure pattern reported for developers trying to fix ollama cloud model kimi-k2.6 returning wrong model (k2.5 instead of k2.6). Based on the imported evidence, treat this as a tool-specific troubleshooting page rather than a generic API error.

Why this happens

The kimi-k2.6 cloud model endpoint returns Kimi K2.5 instead of K2.6. Both kimi-k2.6 and kimi-k2.5 endpoints return the same underlying model. Reproducible via curl to https://ollama.com/api/generate with model parameter.

Common causes

• Developers expecting Kimi K2.6 model get K2.5 instead. Both kimi-k2.6 and kimi-k2.5 endpoints return identical model output. This affects API consumers who rely on specific model versions for their applications.
• The kimi-k2.6 cloud model endpoint returns Kimi K2.5 instead of K2.6. Both kimi-k2.6 and kimi-k2.5 endpoints return the same underlying model. Reproducible via curl to https://ollama.com/api/generate with model parameter.

Quick fixes

1. Confirm the exact error signature matches Model alias kimi-k2.6 incorrectly maps to K2.5 — both endpoints return same model in cloud.
2. Check the Ollama account, local tool state, and provider configuration involved in the failing workflow.
3. Compare the failing environment with a known working setup, then change one configuration value at a time.

Platform/tool-specific checks

• Verify the command, editor, extension, or API client that produced the error.
• Compare local settings with CI, deployment, or editor-level settings when the error appears in only one environment.
• Avoid deleting credentials, local model data, or project settings until the failing scope is clear.

Step-by-step troubleshooting

1. Capture the exact error message and the command, editor action, or request that triggered it.
2. Check whether the failure is account/auth, quota/rate, model/provider, local runtime, or deployment configuration.
3. Review the source evidence below and compare it with your environment.
4. Apply one change at a time and rerun the smallest failing action.
5. Keep the working fix documented for the team or deployment environment.

How to prevent it

• Keep provider/tool configuration documented.
• Record non-secret diagnostics such as tool version, provider name, model name, and command path.
• Add a lightweight check before CI or production workflows depend on the tool.

Sources checked

• https://github.com/ollama/ollama/issues/16111

Evidence note: The kimi-k2.6 cloud model endpoint returns Kimi K2.5 instead of K2.6. Both kimi-k2.6 and kimi-k2.5 endpoints return the same underlying model. Reproducible via curl to https://ollama.com/api/generate with model parameter.

Related errors

• Ollama cloud model version mismatch
• Ollama wrong model returned

FAQ

What should I check first?

Start with the exact Model alias kimi-k2.6 incorrectly maps to K2.5 — both endpoints return same model in cloud text and the smallest action that reproduces it.

Can I ignore this error?

No. Treat it as a failed Ollama workflow until the root cause is understood.

Is this guaranteed to have one fix?

No. The imported evidence supports the troubleshooting path above, but tool behavior can vary by account, plan, version, provider, and local configuration.

How do I know the fix worked?

Rerun the same command, editor action, or request. The fix is working when that action completes without Model alias kimi-k2.6 incorrectly maps to K2.5 — both endpoints return same model in cloud.