P0716 on Saturn
Input/Turbine Speed Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
P0716 on Saturn vehicles indicates input/turbine speed sensor "a" circuit range/performance. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Saturn model — most commonly on Vue. This code means the input/turbine speed sensor is producing a reading that is out of the expected range or is inconsistent with other data. This sensor tells the transmission control module how fast the transmission input shaft (turbine) is turning, which is used to calculate gear ratios and time shifts. An erratic or out-of-range signal can cause harsh shifting, incorrect shift timing, or the transmission entering limp mode. It is often caused by sensor, wiring, or fluid issues. Typical repair costs on Saturn range from $1,200 to $4,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0716
- •Faulty input/turbine speed sensor
- •Low or dirty transmission fluid
- •Damaged sensor wiring or connector
- •Metal debris on the sensor tip
- •Internal transmission wear affecting the signal
- •Faulty transmission control module
P0716 on Saturn by Model
Saturn Vue(1 issue)
- Vue VTi CVT Catastrophic Failure (2002-2005)2002-2005
Early Saturn Vue (2002-2005) was offered with the GM VT25 (VTi) continuously-variable transmission paired with the 2.2L Ecotec. The CVT was infamously unreliable — failure rates so high that GM extended warranty to 5 years/75,000 miles, and many independents won't touch them. Symptoms: belt slip noise, surge under acceleration, eventual no-drive.
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What does P0716 mean on Saturn?▼
P0716 stands for "Input/Turbine Speed Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance." This code means the input/turbine speed sensor is producing a reading that is out of the expected range or is inconsistent with other data. This sensor tells the transmission control module how fast the transmission input shaft (turbine) is turning, which is used to calculate gear ratios and time shifts. An erratic or out-of-range signal can cause harsh shifting, incorrect shift timing, or the transmission entering limp mode. It is often caused by sensor, wiring, or fluid issues. On Saturn specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0716 on Saturn vehicles?▼
Common causes on Saturn: Faulty input/turbine speed sensor, Low or dirty transmission fluid, Damaged sensor wiring or connector, Metal debris on the sensor tip, Internal transmission wear affecting the signal. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0716 on a Saturn?▼
Repair costs on Saturn range from $1,200 to $4,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Saturn models have P0716 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0716 on 1 Saturn model: Vue.