Severity: Fix right away. Driving risks expensive damage or a breakdown.
The transmission is not in the gear the computer commanded — the input and output speeds do not match the expected ratio, which usually means the transmission is slipping.
Check the fluid level and condition first. If the fluid is burnt or low, the transmission likely needs internal repair.
A slipping transmission can fail completely without much warning. Check the fluid level and get it to a transmission shop.
Avoid driving until it is checked — towing is the safer choice. A slipping transmission can fail completely without much warning. Check the fluid level and get it to a transmission shop.
The most common causes are: Low or worn transmission fluid; Worn clutch packs; Failing shift solenoid; Internal transmission wear. A scan tool and a visual check of the parts above is where a technician starts.
Check the fluid level and condition first. If the fluid is burnt or low, the transmission likely needs internal repair.
