P0965: Pressure Control Solenoid B Control Circuit Range/Performance
What Does P0965 Mean?
P0965 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Pressure Control Solenoid B Control Circuit Range/Performance. This code relates to the transmission system. It has been reported in NHTSA complaints across 5 different vehicle models.
Symptoms of P0965
- ⚠️ Check engine light illuminated
- ⚠️ Transmission slipping
- ⚠️ Failure to accelerate
Common Causes
- 🔍 Dirty or failed MAF sensor
- 🔍 Transmission component failure
- 🔍 Sensor or control module malfunction
P0965 Reports by Year
Real Owner Reports
From NHTSA complaint database — actual owner descriptions.
"THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP LIGHT. IT WOULD JUST DO LOW-RPM REVS THEN EVENTUALLY CRAWL THEN REV SUPER HIGH AND ACCELERATE SUPER FAST. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD TAKE ABOUT 10 SECONDS TO ENGAGE AT EVERY LIGHT AND ONCE IT DID IT WOULD LURCH FORWARD. STALLED 3 TIMES. 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA WITH EX"
— Nissan Altima owner, 09/23/2019
"MY VEHICLE STALLED AS I WAS GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. WOULD NOT START AND I COASTED TO THE SIDE AND HAD TO GET A TOW. CHECK ENGINE LITE WAS ON. NO CODES FOUND. CAR SAT FOR A WEEK AND THEN STARTED RIGHT UP AND DROVE FINE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED OFF. CAR STARTED STALLING AGAIN ONLY WHEN I "
— Nissan Altima owner, 07/30/2018
"COMPLAINT: ALTIMA CVT SOFTWARE DIAGNOSTIC UPDATE DID NOT PREVENT/PREDICT NEXT DAY TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NISSAN OF RICHMOND PERFORMED A PC490 RECALL ON MY 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA, NOV 9, 2017 -- REFERRING TO IT AS AN ' ALTIMA CVT SOFTWARE DIAGNOSTIC UPDATE ' AND DESCRIBING IT AS A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR T"
— Nissan Altima owner, 11/10/2017
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
Most Reported Vehicles for P0965
Based on NHTSA owner complaint data.
| # | Vehicle | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NISSAN ALTIMA | |
| 2 | NISSAN SENTRA | |
| 3 | NISSAN VERSA | |
| 4 | NISSAN ROGUE | |
| 5 | NISSAN PATHFINDER |
P0965 Reports by Vehicle
Detailed NHTSA complaint analysis for each vehicle model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What To Do Next
Possible Fixes
- 🔧 Have the code scanned with a professional-grade scanner to read freeze frame data
- 🔧 Test the relevant sensor(s) with a multimeter before replacing
- 🔧 Check transmission fluid level and condition; top off or change if needed
- 🔧 If DIY repair isn't feasible, get a diagnostic from a trusted mechanic ($50-150)
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Check for recalls
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Get a professional diagnosis
A code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. A diagnostic ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause.