P0776 on CHEVROLET MALIBU — Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off

Q: "What does P0776 mean on a CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"P0776 indicates: Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 4 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0776 on CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Power Train,Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0776 serious on my CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET MALIBU, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my CHEVROLET MALIBU shows P0776?"

"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 P0776 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

P0776 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Pressure Control Solenoid B 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.

4 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2010-2014. Most reports come from the 2010, 2011 model years.

Real CHEVROLET MALIBU Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I was driving on the i89 north in concord, nh when the car suddenly stopped accelerating and the rpms went really high. i heard a spinning noise - like something was spinning at a high rate of speed. pressing the gas peddle didn't increase the cars speed."

— 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Filed 12/31/2017

"The transmission failed on this vehicle. iaw gm doc# 2894053 technical bulletin this is caused by a broken 3-5-r apply (waved) plate (507)."

— 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 04/27/2015

"On november 1, 2017, while driving home on the expressway i hear this loud revving noise, i turn my radio off and realize it is my car making the noise and than the check engine light comes on."

— 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 11/01/2017

"My mother was driving the car on the highway doing 70 miles car lost power and wouldn't go over 35 miles on her way to work check engine light came on almost got hit by several cars that were doing 70 miles due to the car will only go 35 miles on the highway she immediately pulled over on the side"

— 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 10/01/2019

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'10

1

'11

1

'14

Common Causes on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 25%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 25%

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN or OTHER 25%

POWER TRAIN 25%

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 P0776 mean on a CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

P0776 indicates: Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 4 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0776 on CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Power Train,Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0776 serious on my CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET MALIBU, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my CHEVROLET MALIBU shows P0776? ▾

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.