OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P272A Transmission Range Select Motor Control Circuit
A general fault in the transmission range select motor control circuit. The motor that physically moves the gear range selector (P-R-N-D) does not respond correctly.
Is it safe to drive with P272A?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelyMotor winding open or shorted
- PossibleOpen or shorted control 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
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 2–6 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Range Select Motor, Control Module, Wiring Harness
Related codes
- P2727Pressure Control Solenoid E Control Circuit / Open
- P2728Pressure Control Solenoid E Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P2729Pressure Control Solenoid E Control Circuit Low
- P272BTransmission Range Select Motor Control Circuit Current Too High
- P272CPark Pawl Motor Control Circuit
- P272DPark Pawl Motor Control Circuit Current Too High
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.