P0776 on NISSAN ALTIMA — Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off

Q: "What does P0776 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"P0776 indicates: Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 29 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0776 on NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Based on 29 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0776 a safety concern on NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Of 29 NHTSA reports for P0776 on NISSAN ALTIMA, 1 involved a crash. Always consult a qualified mechanic for any diagnostic trouble code."

Q: "What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA 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 NISSAN ALTIMA

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.

29 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2009-2019. Most reports come from the 2013, 2017 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (51.7% of reports).

Real NISSAN ALTIMA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"P0776 codes populates after 02 sensors were changed. it's the solenoid b pressure line located in the valve body. it affects the car to the point we're it's undriveable and loses power. car will not go over 3000rpms if it does it causes the car to go into lymp mode."

— 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 01/01/2018

"When I was driving on the road my rear control arm broke. I didn’t realize at first what was actually broken until I looked under the car later on and it looked like my control arm eroded over time and just snapped my wheel was shaking so bad my vertigo started."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · SUSPENSION · Filed 05/08/2025

"I feel like my 2013 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL sedan is/was Part of the Transmission Recall. I purchased my vehicle in 2017/2018… Since then I already replaced all the solenoids in 2020 for the transmission and it drove fine for 2 years."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · ENGINE · Filed 11/01/2023

"The car would not accelerate from a stop light. it would just do low-rpm revs then eventually crawl then rev super high and accelerate super fast. the transmission would take about 10 seconds to engage at every light and once it did it would lurch forward. stalled 3 times."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 09/23/2019

"The transmission was working fine as we were running errands and all of a sudden the car would not go into gear. the car also began to shake and then stall. all this happened in minutes. the car was stuck in the middle of the street creating an unsafe position."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 10/06/2018

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'09

8

'13

2

'14

4

'15

6

'16

7

'17

1

'19

Common Causes on NISSAN ALTIMA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 51.7%

ENGINE 6.9%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6.9%

SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 3.4%

SUSPENSION 3.4%

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 NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

P0776 indicates: Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off. This is a transmission code. 29 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0776 on NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Based on 29 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0776 a safety concern on NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Of 29 NHTSA reports for P0776 on NISSAN ALTIMA, 1 involved a crash. Always consult a qualified mechanic for any diagnostic trouble code.

What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA 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.