P0776 on Nissan: How to Diagnose & Fix
Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off
2 Nissan models · 2 documented issues · 2 critical · $250-$6,500 repair
P0776 on Nissan by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
Multiple 2020-2024 Titan owners report rough 2-3 or 3-4 shifts, delayed engagement when selecting Drive or Reverse, shuddering under light throttle, and occasional reduced-power or fail-safe operation. Nissan issued technical service information for transmission control module and valve body related drivability concerns on trucks using the 9-speed automatic. Owners commonly describe the problem as intermittent at first, then more frequent as mileage accumulates or after towing and hot-weather use.
Common Symptoms
- harsh upshifts
- hesitation when accelerating from a stop
- delayed engagement into Drive or Reverse
- shudder during light throttle cruising
- transmission stuck in fail-safe mode
- check engine light or transmission warning
How to Fix
Diagnosis typically starts with scanning the TCM/ECM for stored transmission and ratio codes, checking fluid condition and level, and confirming whether updated TCM calibration applies. Depending on findings, repairs range from software reprogramming and adaptive relearn to valve body replacement or, in more severe cases, transmission replacement. A road test with live data is important because many complaints involve intermittent flare or delayed engagement that may not appear cold.
Owner tips & cautions
- TipHave the dealer verify the latest TCM calibration and perform adaptive relearn before authorizing hard parts replacement.
- TipIf towing, owners recommend documenting fluid temperature and symptoms because heat-related complaints are easier to reproduce on a loaded road test.
The Rogue's JATCO continuously variable transmission uses a torque converter with a lock-up (TCC) clutch, and P0741 sets when the ECM/TCM commands lock-up but the clutch doesn't engage or slips. On the Rogue this is part of the notorious Nissan CVT failure pattern: contaminated/degraded CVT fluid, a worn or sticking valve body/lock-up control valve, or a failing lock-up solenoid prevent proper clutch application. It commonly appears alongside CVT judder/shudder codes (P17F0/P17F1) and P0776/P0841/P0868 pressure faults. Owners report shudder while slowing or under light 25-45 mph acceleration, a 'rubber-band' hesitation, harsh or slipping engagement, and in worse cases overheating into limp mode. Nissan addressed the family via a TSB and extended CVT warranty coverage (up to 84 months/84,000 miles for many 2014-2018 units) rather than a recall.
Common Symptoms
- Shudder or judder while slowing to a stop
- Rubber-band hesitation from a stop
- Harsh or slipping engagement
- Loss of power / limp mode at highway speed
- Check engine light with CVT judder codes
How to Fix
First confirm CVT fluid level/condition and perform a proper fluid exchange with genuine Nissan CVT fluid (NS-3); degraded fluid alone can cause lock-up slip. If judder/lock-up faults persist, follow the Nissan TSB — reprogram the TCM and, where specified, replace the control valve body (valve body) and/or the torque converter. Severe internal wear requires a rebuilt or replacement CVT. Verify against the CVT warranty extension before paying out of pocket.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- Genuine Nissan NS-2 CVT fluid four-quart set 999MP-CV0NS2
Confirm the owner's manual/VIN and calculate quantity from the exact operation.
- Genuine Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid quart 999MP-CSHNS3
Confirm VIN and required quantity.
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Sources for this issue (3)
P0776 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0776 mean on a Nissan?
P0776 stands for "Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off." This code means the transmission's Pressure Control Solenoid B is not performing correctly and is behaving as if stuck in the 'off' position. Pressure control solenoids regulate the hydraulic fluid pressure used to apply clutches and bands and to control shift quality, so when one underperforms the transmission may shift harshly, slip, flare between gears, or feel inconsistent. The transmission control module sets this code when the fluid pressure or response it measures doesn't match what it commanded from that solenoid. It generally indicates a hydraulic performance issue with the solenoid or its fluid circuit rather than just a wiring fault. On Nissan it is documented across 2 models: Titan, Rogue.
What are the most common causes of P0776?
The most common causes of P0776 are: Stuck or failed pressure control solenoid B, Low, dirty, or degraded transmission fluid, Clogged solenoid screen or valve body passages, Sticking or worn valve body components, Wiring or connector problem at the solenoid, Internal transmission wear or pressure loss, Faulty transmission control module. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0776 on a Nissan?
Published repair estimates on Nissan range from $250 to $6,500 depending on the model and root cause. If an issue mentions a recall or campaign, check your VIN with the manufacturer or NHTSA and confirm eligibility and coverage with a dealer.
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