P0716 fault code: what it means

P0716: Gearbox input speed sensor (G182) signal makes no sense. Limp mode; on DSG often wiring at the sensor.

Engine and gearbox (powertrain) · Costly if missed

Usual causes, most likely first

wiring or plug fault at G182
faulty input speed sensor
mechatronic unit fault

P0716 by make

Audi

Gearbox input speed sensor (G182) signal makes no sense. Limp mode; on DSG often wiring at the sensor.

Usual causes: wiring or plug fault at G182; faulty input speed sensor; mechatronic unit fault

Holden

Input speed sensor range/performance.

Usual causes: sensor; wiring

Honda

Problem in input (mainshaft) speed sensor circuit. Harsh shifts or limp mode; D indicator may flash.

Usual causes: mainshaft speed sensor; wiring or connector fault

Isuzu

Input speed sensor range/performance.

Usual causes: sensor; wiring

Mazda

Turbine (input) shaft speed sensor range/performance problem. Harsh shifts or limp mode.

Usual causes: input speed sensor; wiring fault; transaxle internal fault

Skoda

Gearbox input speed sensor (G182) signal makes no sense. Limp mode; on DSG often wiring at the sensor.

Usual causes: wiring or plug fault at G182; faulty input speed sensor; mechatronic unit fault

Subaru

CVT input (turbine) speed sensor range/performance. Shift shock or standing start problems.

Usual causes: turbine speed sensor; wiring fault; metal debris on sensor

Volkswagen

Gearbox input speed sensor (G182) signal makes no sense. Limp mode; on DSG often wiring at the sensor.

Usual causes: wiring or plug fault at G182; faulty input speed sensor; mechatronic unit fault

Volvo

Gearbox input (turbine) speed sensor signal fault. Harsh shifts or limp mode.

Usual causes: faulty input speed sensor; wiring fault; valve body fault

What the repair usually costs

Automatic transmission rebuild, 6-speed and up (sent to specialist)NZ$7,190–NZ$13,080 · A$6,190–A$11,830
DSG / dual-clutch mechatronic unit replacement (new or reman)NZ$4,300–NZ$7,160 · A$3,750–A$6,390
DSG mechatronic repair / rebuild (unit sent to specialist)NZ$2,070–NZ$4,800 · A$1,890–A$4,250
Electronic throttle body replaceNZ$470–NZ$1,290 · A$440–A$1,190

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