P0741 on HONDA PILOT — Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off

Q: "What does P0741 mean on a HONDA PILOT?"

"P0741 indicates: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 11 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0741 on HONDA PILOT?"

"Based on 11 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0741 serious on my HONDA PILOT?"

"Of 11 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA PILOT, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my HONDA PILOT shows P0741?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0741 Means on Your HONDA PILOT

P0741 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

11 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2005-2018. Most reports come from the 2018, 2017 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (63.6% of reports).

Real HONDA PILOT Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"My 2005 honda pilot check engine light came on. my local mechanics scanned the computer code p0741, torque clutch solenoid. after he replace the solenoid and cleared the code i drove it for about 50 miles before the light came on again. so i took it back the the shop to have the code scan again."

— 2005 HONDA PILOT owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 12/14/2015

"My engine light went on and went i checked the code p0741 stated torque converter stuck off."

— 2008 HONDA PILOT owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 10/08/2018

"On [XXX], approximately 17 hours after purchasing this vehicle from a licensed dealer, the transmission began violently jerking, shuddering, and hesitating without warning while traveling at highway speed in Alabama."

— 2017 HONDA PILOT owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 01/24/2026

"In June 2025, Honda sent a warranty extension reimbursement for the 2017 Honda Pilot for the torque converter-DTC P0741. Since the torque converter was defective, I replaced it on 5/7/21. I completed the reimbursement form Honda requested and included the invoice and proof of payment."

— 2017 HONDA PILOT owner · ENGINE · Filed 05/07/2021

"Honda has put us in a very difficult and dangerous situation that we have tried to get fixed with two local Honda dealerships and have not been able to get this fixed This relates to "Warranty Extension: 2017–19 Multi-Model 6AT Torque Converter - DTC P0741 Stored."

— 2017 HONDA PILOT owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 05/06/2025

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'05

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'08

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'17

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'18

Common Causes on HONDA PILOT

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 63.6%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 18.2%

ENGINE 9.1%

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 9.1%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0741 mean on a HONDA PILOT? ▾

P0741 indicates: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 11 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0741 on HONDA PILOT? ▾

Based on 11 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0741 serious on my HONDA PILOT? ▾

Of 11 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA PILOT, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my HONDA PILOT shows P0741? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.