P0841 on NISSAN ALTIMA — Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/Performance

Q: "What does P0841 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"P0841 indicates: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/Performance. This is a transmission code. 9 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0841 on NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Based on 9 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0841 serious on my NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Of 9 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN ALTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA shows P0841?"

"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 P0841 Means on Your NISSAN ALTIMA

P0841 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/Performance. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

9 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2016. Most reports come from the 2016, 2013 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (88.9% of reports).

Real NISSAN ALTIMA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"The problem started a few months ago with an occasional shuddering of the car and surging of rpms. this typically happened when i accelerated over 60 mph, but also happened seemingly randomly when maintaining speed."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 05/30/2019

"Rpm meter fluctauating, p0841 -faulty transmission fluid pressure sensor."

— 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 04/20/2019

"My wife was driving our 16 altima that just crossed 50k miles on 3/20/21 when she could not accelerate after stopping at a red light. she noticed the rpms were moving higher but the vehicle would not move. she turned off the car while in the middle of the road and was able to restart it."

— 2016 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 03/20/2021

"The car started shacking once it would go about 25-30 mph. the check engine light turned on after and it was read by a mechanic as a code p0841-transmission fluid pressure sensor/switch. this happens on city streets and highway driving."

— 2016 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 10/05/2019

"My 2016 altima began to studder and jerk while trying to accelerate and looses power while driving which is an extreme safety concern."

— 2016 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 08/09/2019

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'13

1

'15

6

'16

Common Causes on NISSAN ALTIMA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 88.9%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 11.1%

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 P0841 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

P0841 indicates: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/Performance. This is a transmission code. 9 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0841 on NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Based on 9 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0841 serious on my NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Of 9 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN ALTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA shows P0841? ▾

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.

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