P073E

Unable to Engage Reverse

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

Reverse gear does not engage
The car goes into emergency mode
Check Engine light comes on
Possible jerking when trying to engage reverse
Limiting available gears

Causes

Low or contaminated transmission fluid
Shift solenoid malfunction
Transmission hydraulic system problems
Mechanical damage in the gearbox
Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Diagnose the operation of gear shift solenoids
Check the pressure in the hydraulic system
Scan the transmission control unit for errors
If necessary, replace damaged gearbox components

Related codes

P0730 P073A P073D