The gearbox input speed reading does not match what the ECU expects. Typically felt as harsh, flaring or delayed gear changes.
P0716 — also written PO716, P 0716, 0716 — is the OBD-II code for input/turbine speed sensor range/performance. Same code, same fix: this page covers every spelling of it.
P0716 is a transmission fault code, typically costing £150–£700 to put right in a UK garage.
What causes P0716?
- Failed input speed sensor
- Metal debris on the sensor tip from clutch wear
- Low fluid level
- Wiring damage at the gearbox plug
How P0716 is fixed
- Inspect the sensor tip for swarf — debris means internal wear
- Replace the sensor
- Fluid and filter service
- Repair the gearbox connector
P0716 repair cost in the UK
Most P0716 repairs land between £150–£700 including parts and labour. The spread is wide because the cheap fix (a sensor, a hose, a leak) and the expensive fix (a major component) throw the same code — which is why a proper diagnosis before parts are bought saves the most money.
Can you drive with P0716?
Short trips only. Harsh shifting accelerates internal damage.
Urgency: high.