What are the common causes of P0741?

Torque converter clutch stuck off or slipping. Low or contaminated transmission fluid. Faulty TCC solenoid or valve body. Internal transmission wear. Wiring or TCM control circuit issue.

Check transmission fluid level and condition first. Read TCC slip data with an OBD-II scanner during lockup. Command the TCC solenoid and watch response. Check the valve body and solenoid for wear or debris. Replace the torque converter or TCC components if lockup cannot be achieved.

P0741

Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off

System: Transmission (P code)
Lamp: Check Engine Light
Category: Powertrain - Transmission

What it means

P0741 means Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off.

Check these first

Torque converter clutch stuck off or slipping
Low or contaminated transmission fluid
Faulty TCC solenoid or valve body
Internal transmission wear
Wiring or TCM control circuit issue

What to do next

Check transmission fluid level and condition first
Read TCC slip data with an OBD-II scanner during lockup
Command the TCC solenoid and watch response
Check the valve body and solenoid for wear or debris
Replace the torque converter or TCC components if lockup cannot be achieved

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-08-30.