P2859: Clutch A Pressure Disengagement Performance/Too Low
What Does P2859 Mean?
P2859 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Clutch A Pressure Disengagement Performance/Too Low. This code relates to the powertrain system. It has been reported in NHTSA complaints across 2 different vehicle models.
Symptoms of P2859
- ⚠️ Check engine light illuminated
- ⚠️ Hesitation during acceleration
- ⚠️ Unusual vibrations
P2859 Reports by Year
Real Owner Reports
From NHTSA complaint database — actual owner descriptions.
"When I started the car it sounded like the engine was clicking. I turned it off thinking it may have been from the cold. After restarting the car, the sound did not start again. About 10 minutes into my drive, it started to feel like the the car was shaking each time I braked. About 5 minutes later,"
— Nissan Sentra owner, 12/19/2024
"I have a 2016 Nissan Sentra SV with 103k miles on it. I was driving the car, and noticed at stop sign and red lights the car would strain and hesitate when the accelerator was pressed. It would jerk hard then drive normally. The car would also loose power while driving. It would drop from 65 mph to "
— Nissan Sentra owner, 03/05/2025
"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY I FELT MY CAR PUNCH, LIKE WHEN IT SWITCHED GEARS IT KEPT MAKING A BANG NOISE LIKE IF IT WAS PUNCHING. AS I CONTINUED DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON AND I WENT TO A PEP BOYS AND A AUTOZONE SO THEY COULD READ THE CODE AND THEY BOTH CAME UP WITH 'P2859'. I CALL"
— Nissan Sentra owner, 05/29/2019
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
Most Reported Vehicles for P2859
Based on NHTSA owner complaint data.
| # | Vehicle | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NISSAN SENTRA | |
| 2 | NISSAN VERSA |
P2859 Reports by Vehicle
Detailed NHTSA complaint analysis for each vehicle model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What To Do Next
Possible Fixes
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