P2757: Torque converter clutch pressure control solenoid performance or stuck off

TCC pressure control solenoid performance

Severity: Inspect soon

Toyota tells owners to have the car inspected right away when the check engine light comes on for the automatic transmission, and a code reference advises against driving with P2757 active.

It gets more serious if:

Not verified: There is a shift shock, slipping or limp-home mode. Mazda says the computer goes into fail-safe with this code, but we found no source saying whether you must stop

Source: how we rate severity

P2757 in short

P2757 means the solenoid that controls pressure to the torque converter clutch is not giving the expected result, so lock-up is off or not working right. Toyota, Mazda and Ram bulletins tie it to the solenoid, fluid leaks or torque converter damage. It can cause harsh shifts or limp mode; have it inspected soon.

The torque converter clutch is applied by fluid pressure set by a solenoid. P2757 sets when the computer commands that solenoid but lock-up does not respond as expected, or the circuit performance is out of range.

Bulletins show varied causes. Toyota covers P2757 on 2014–2019 CVT Corollas with a repair procedure, Mazda found an ATF leak at the bell housing on the 2007–2010 CX-9, and Ram replaces the torque converter on some 2016 trucks for a dislodged snap ring.

When the code sets the computer may limit lock-up and go into a fail-safe mode, so shifts can feel harsh. Do not ignore it.

Most likely causes

Cause 1: Low, leaking or degraded transmission fluid
Common general cause
Why it ranks here
A code reference lists fluid first, and Mazda found an ATF leak between engine and bell housing with P2757 on the CX-9.
What would change this
Rises if the fluid level is low or a leak is visible.
Cause 2: TCC pressure control solenoid or its wiring
Common general cause
Why it ranks here
The solenoid is the controlled part and a monitored output, and Toyota names the shift solenoid valve SL with P2757 on the CVT Corolla.
What would change this
Rises if the solenoid circuit tests faulty or the code returns quickly after clearing.
Cause 3: Torque converter internal damage
Supported by vehicle data
Why it ranks here
Ram replaces the torque converter for P2757 on some 2016 trucks after finding a dislodged internal snap ring.
What would change this
Rises on a covered 2016 Ram or if there is debris in the fluid.
Cause 4: Internal clutch damage or engine computer software (Toyota trucks)
Supported by vehicle data
Why it ranks here
Toyota lists P2757 among shift codes from C1 clutch damage on the 2007–2009 Sequoia and Tundra, and with a software update on the 2008–2011 Land Cruiser.
What would change this
Rises on these models with slipping or harsh shifting.

What to test first

Start at step 1. Each result tells you what it means and where to go next.

Step 1: Read codes from the engine and transmission modules with a scan tool that supports both, before anything is cleared.
Low riskTool: scan tool that reads the transmission module
- IfOther transmission codes are stored with P2757
  It meansSeveral shift performance codes point to fluid pressure or internal wear rather than one solenoid.
  Points to: Low, leaking or degraded transmission fluid
- IfP2757 alone
  It meansCheck for a bulletin.
  Go to step 2
Step 2: Check for a P2757 bulletin for your VIN at a dealer or on the NHTSA site.
Low risk
- IfA 2014–2019 Corolla with the CVT
  It meansToyota has a repair procedure.
  Points to: TCC pressure control solenoid or its wiring
- IfA 2007–2010 Mazda CX-9 with fluid at the bell housing
  It meansMazda covers the leak.
  Points to: Low, leaking or degraded transmission fluid
- IfA 2016 Ram 1500–5500
  It meansRam replaces the torque converter after checking the snap ring.
  Points to: Torque converter internal damage
- IfNo bulletin applies
  It meansA shop needs to check fluid and the solenoid.
  Go to step 3
Step 3: Have a shop check fluid level and condition and test the solenoid circuit, then command lock-up on a road test.
Best left to a shopTool: scan tool with transmission output controls
Warning:Shop test. It needs the maker's procedure.
- IfFluid is low or leaking
  It meansFix the leak and refill.
  Points to: Low, leaking or degraded transmission fluid
- IfThe solenoid or circuit fails the test
  It meansRepair the wiring or solenoid.
  Points to: TCC pressure control solenoid or its wiring
- IfElectrical tests pass but lock-up still fails
  It meansAn internal fault is likely.
  Points to: Torque converter internal damage

Symptoms

Check engine light, sometimes the A/T warning light
Worse fuel economy or higher engine speed at cruise
Shift shock or harsh shifting Gets more serious: stop and have it checked.
Slipping or transmission stuck in one gear (limp-home mode) Gets more serious: stop and have it checked.

How to fix

Step 1: Do not clear the code before the transmission module has been read.
Step 2: Ask a dealer whether your VIN has an open P2757 bulletin. Toyota, Mazda and Ram have issued them.

Parts and cost context

Transmission control module (TCM):Bulletins fix P2757 with fluid, solenoid, converter or software work; replacing the transmission computer is rarely the answer.

Labor varies by vehicle and shop; get a quote before you approve a repair.

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On your vehicle

Toyota

2014–2019 · Corolla
Supported by vehicle data
Toyota T-SB-0150-16 covers P2757 on CVT Corollas with a repair procedure. The bulletin is on NHTSA, but whether it is still current is not verified, so it is labelled vehicle data rather than confirmed.

T-SB-0150-16 RevStatus unverified
CVT Corolla MIL with P2757
2014–2019corolla · issued September 3, 2019 · NHTSA 10165987
Covers P2757 (TCC pressure control solenoid performance, shift solenoid valve SL) on the CK313 CVT; follow the repair procedure. The original 2016 version is NHTSA 10132873. Only the NHTSA flat-file summary was read, not the bulletin itself.
We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.
T-SB-0170-09Status unverified
Slipping or harsh shift from C1 clutch damage
2007–2009sequoia, tundra · issued June 4, 2009 · NHTSA 10032522
Shift performance codes including P2757 from damage to the C1 clutch assembly. Only the NHTSA flat-file summary was read, not the bulletin itself.
We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.
T-SB-0084-08 RevStatus unverified
MIL with transmission performance codes
2008–2011land-cruiser · issued March 20, 2013 · NHTSA 10133791
Revised engine computer software, and in some cases a replacement transmission. Only the NHTSA flat-file summary was read, not the bulletin itself.
We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Mazda

2007–2010 · CX-9
Supported by vehicle data
Mazda 05-001-13 links P2757 to an ATF leak between the engine and the bell housing. The bulletin is on NHTSA, but whether it is still current is not verified, so it is labelled vehicle data rather than confirmed.

05-001-13Status unverified
P2757 and ATF leak at the bell housing
2007–2010cx-9 · issued January 22, 2013 · NHTSA 10097279
With P2757 stored the computer goes into fail-safe and limits lock-up, so a shift shock may occur. Only the NHTSA flat-file summary was read, not the bulletin itself.
We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Ram

2016 · 1500
Supported by vehicle data
Ram 21-027-16 replaces the torque converter for P2757 after finding a dislodged snap ring. The bulletin is on NHTSA, but whether it is still current is not verified, so it is labelled vehicle data rather than confirmed.

21-027-16Status unverified
Torque converter replacement for a dislodged snap ring
20161500, 3500 · issued July 30, 2016 · NHTSA 10108543
P2757-00 set in the transmission computer; replace the converter after confirming the snap ring is dislodged. Also lists the 4500 and 5500. Only the NHTSA flat-file summary was read, not the bulletin itself.
We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

All Transmission codes

Sources and review

Toyota Camry Owner's Manual (OM06291U) — Toyota
P2757 OBD-II Trouble Code: Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off — Kelley Blue Book
Mazda 05-001-13: MIL and A/T light with P2757 and ATF leak at bell housing — Mazda North American Operations / NHTSA , January 22, 2013
Toyota T-SB-0150-16 Rev: CVT Corolla MIL with P2757 — Toyota Motor Sales / NHTSA , September 3, 2019
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 13, § 1968.2 — Malfunction and Diagnostic System Requirements (OBD II) — California Air Resources Board (via Cornell LII)
Ram 21-027-16: Torque converter replacement for a dislodged snap ring — FCA US LLC / NHTSA , July 30, 2016
Toyota T-SB-0170-09: Slipping or harsh shift from C1 clutch damage — Toyota Motor Sales / NHTSA , June 4, 2009
Toyota T-SB-0084-08 Rev: Land Cruiser MIL with transmission performance codes — Toyota Motor Sales / NHTSA , March 20, 2013
DTC P0700 — Saab 9-5 (9650) 2010 Workshop Information System — SaabWISOnline (community rehost of Saab/GM service information)

Last reviewed: October 15, 2026
Written by: Saurabh K.
Editorial review: Pending
Technician review: Technician review pending

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Severity: Inspect soon

Most likely causes

Cause 1: Low, leaking or degraded transmission fluid

Cause 2: TCC pressure control solenoid or its wiring

Cause 3: Torque converter internal damage

Cause 4: Internal clutch damage or engine computer software (Toyota trucks)

What to test first

Step 1: Read codes from the engine and transmission modules with a scan tool that supports both, before anything is cleared.

Step 2: Check for a P2757 bulletin for your VIN at a dealer or on the NHTSA site.

Step 3: Have a shop check fluid level and condition and test the solenoid circuit, then command lock-up on a road test.

Symptoms

How to fix

Parts and cost context

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