P0746 on Volkswagen Jetta
Pressure Control Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Volkswagen Jetta context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P0746.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P0746 Means on Your Volkswagen Jetta
P0746 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Pressure Control Solenoid A 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.
Real Volkswagen Jetta Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"Transmission goes into limp mode once vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. codes are p1689 and p0746. when this happens the car will only function in 2nd gear and nothing else. this is very dangerous on interstates where the minimum speed limit can not be reached."
"Just after i purchased the used vehicle from a private party, i was driving on the interstate at approximately 70 miles per hour, when the vehicle without warning slammed into second gear, sending my face into the steering wheel, while the cars travelling behind me had to brake to avoid collision."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on Volkswagen Jetta
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
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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.
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Compare repair quotes
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