P2764 on SUBARU OUTBACK
Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Low
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Subaru Outback 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 P2764.
- 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 P2764 Means on Your SUBARU OUTBACK
P2764 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Low. This code relates to the fuel, air, emissions, or auxiliary powertrain control system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real SUBARU OUTBACK Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"I was driving at 65mph on highway in a like new 2011 Subaru Outback with 146,000 miles when the transmission valve body crapped out. This caused a severe shutter and loss of power like a missed gear, but thankfully I was able to coast off the highway without using the gas or without crashing."
"P0700/p2764 code after every light on the dash lit up after driving in hard rain. vehicle shifts hard and is randomly stalling while driving. after extensive research transmissions are failing and subaru refuses to recall the cvt transmissions in effected vehicles."
"Torque converter judder. recommended torque converter replacement after the back up duty solenoid malfunction. car was towed to dealer after the at oil temp light as flashing while driving. dealer said to not drive it and have it towed. code p2764 was retrieved and solenoid was replaced."
"Vehicle shutters and stalls when braking on a city street, especially in colder weather (i first noticed this in the winter of 2018). on sept. 13, 2020, the vehicle violently lurched forward as i pulled out on a city street at lower speeds."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on SUBARU OUTBACK
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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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
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.