P0741 on TOYOTA COROLLA — Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off

Q: "What does P0741 mean on a TOYOTA COROLLA?"

"P0741 indicates: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 10 TOYOTA COROLLA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0741 on TOYOTA COROLLA?"

"Based on 10 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Air Bags,Unknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0741 a safety concern on TOYOTA COROLLA?"

"Of 10 NHTSA reports for P0741 on TOYOTA COROLLA, 1 involved a crash. Always consult a qualified mechanic for any diagnostic trouble code."

Q: "What should I do if my TOYOTA COROLLA 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 TOYOTA COROLLA

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.

10 TOYOTA COROLLA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2005-2018. Most reports come from the 2005, 2007 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (60.0% of reports).

Real TOYOTA COROLLA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Unknown - The airbag light has been on for a while. Check engine light is also on, and after a few repairs/replacements of diagnosed issues the light remains."

— 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA owner · AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 04/16/2013 ⚠️ Crash reported

"Symptoms happened several times when i was driving on the highway. when i pushed the gas at approx. 50 mph, the car is not gaining speed, instead, the car was losing losing power. earlier this week, my car stutter after the input of gasoline."

— 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 12/27/2018

"Car appeared to be running fine. went to get a smog, " check engine" light on, as a result i failed smog. code revealed was po741( torque converter clutch circuit performance or stuck off) upon vehicle inspection from canal transmission in el cajon, ca."

— 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA owner · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 07/13/2017

"The vehicle started showing the "check engine light" and the error code shown was p0741. the error code suggests issue with the transmission clutch converter solenoid."

— 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 11/26/2015

"The check engine light came on and was scanned by a local shop was advised of the code p0741 was told my transmission would need to be repaired at the cost of 2495."

— 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 07/23/2012

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

5

'05

3

'07

1

'08

1

'18

Common Causes on TOYOTA COROLLA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 60%

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN or OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 10%

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 10%

ENGINE 10%

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 TOYOTA COROLLA? ▾

P0741 indicates: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 10 TOYOTA COROLLA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0741 on TOYOTA COROLLA? ▾

Based on 10 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Air Bags,Unknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0741 a safety concern on TOYOTA COROLLA? ▾

Of 10 NHTSA reports for P0741 on TOYOTA COROLLA, 1 involved a crash. Always consult a qualified mechanic for any diagnostic trouble code.

What should I do if my TOYOTA COROLLA 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.