OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P0814 Transmission Range Display Circuit

General electrical fault on the transmission range display circuit — drives the PRNDL indicator on the dashboard. With the input invalid the indicator may show the wrong gear range or stay blank.

Is it safe to drive with P0814?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyOpen or shorted display wire

Symptoms

  • Check engine or transmission warning light on
  • Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
  • Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
  • Slipping or shuddering during gear changes

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.3–1.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Prndl Display, Wiring Harness

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.