Reference meaning
What does this code mean?
The lock-up clutch does not achieve the expected operating result. The wording may mention a circuit, but the failure is not necessarily electrical: hydraulic pressure loss or mechanical damage can cause the observed performance. Honda documents a cracked lock-up piston on a specifically identified Accord application.
Sources and interpretation [1]
A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.
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Manufacturer example · limited applicability
Honda 23-076 identifies 2017 Accord EX-L/TRG V6 with the 6-speed automatic and requires VIN eligibility verification. It describes lock-up piston cracking and a torque-converter remedy for that application. The bulletin's warranty extension is historical policy; confirm present eligibility directly with Honda.
Before replacing a part
Confirm transmission type and capture lock-up command, slip data and related codes using the vehicle's procedure. For the Honda example, check VIN eligibility and current coverage with Honda; the 2023 bulletin does not establish that a vehicle is still under warranty today.
Scan worksheet →Manufacturer wording
Source wording can vary by vehicle and suffix. It is shown as written, not as a universal diagnosis.
P0741TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH STUCK OPEN
P0741Torque Converter Clutch Stuck Off set
P0741TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE
Manufacturer communications
138Original wording in English
HONDA
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing “D” and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch …
HONDA
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing “D” and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch …
HONDA
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing “D” and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch …
HONDA
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing “D” and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch …
Check vehicle applicability
626A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Acura | RDX ↗ | 2018 |
| Acura | RDX ↗ | 2017 |
| Audi | A4 ↗ | 2013 |
| Audi | A4 ↗ | 2012 |
| Audi | A4 ↗ | 2011 |
| Audi | A4 ALLROAD ↗ | 2014 |
| Audi | A4 ALLROAD ↗ | 2013 |
| Audi | A4 AVANT ↗ | 2012 |
Sources and interpretation
These explanations are editorial summaries of the linked manufacturer material. PDF page numbers count from the first file page. Original publications are in English; translations are reference aids. A cited edition is not a claim that it is the manufacturer's latest instruction.
- 23-076 · 2017 Accord 6AT torque converter, P0741 ↗
American Honda Motor Co. · PDF page(s) 1, 2 · 2023-08-31
Source check date · 2026-10-27
Can I keep driving?
A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.