P0720 on Nissan
Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction
P0720 on Nissan vehicles indicates output speed sensor circuit malfunction. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Nissan model — most commonly on Titan. P0720 indicates a malfunction in the transmission output speed sensor circuit. The output speed sensor measures how fast the transmission's output shaft is turning, which the computer uses to calculate vehicle speed, control shift timing, and manage torque converter lockup. When the signal is missing or implausible, the transmission may shift harshly, get stuck in one gear (limp mode), or the speedometer may read incorrectly. The fault is usually in the sensor, its wiring, or the connector, though internal transmission issues can also be responsible. Typical repair costs on Nissan range from $250 to $6,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0720
- •Failed output (vehicle) speed sensor
- •Damaged wiring, connector, or corrosion in the sensor circuit
- •Metal debris on the sensor tip or damaged reluctor ring
- •Open or short in the signal circuit
- •Low or contaminated transmission fluid affecting components
- •Poor ground or reference voltage to the sensor
- •Faulty transmission control module (TCM/PCM)
P0720 on Nissan by Model
Nissan Titan(1 issue)
- 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Harsh Shifting, Hesitation, and Limp-Mode Behavior2020-2024
Multiple 2020-2024 Titan owners report rough 2-3 or 3-4 shifts, delayed engagement when selecting Drive or Reverse, shuddering under light throttle, and occasional reduced-power or fail-safe operation. Nissan issued technical service information for transmission control module and valve body related drivability concerns on trucks using the 9-speed automatic. Owners commonly describe the problem as intermittent at first, then more frequent as mileage accumulates or after towing and hot-weather use.
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What does P0720 mean on Nissan?▼
P0720 stands for "Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction." P0720 indicates a malfunction in the transmission output speed sensor circuit. The output speed sensor measures how fast the transmission's output shaft is turning, which the computer uses to calculate vehicle speed, control shift timing, and manage torque converter lockup. When the signal is missing or implausible, the transmission may shift harshly, get stuck in one gear (limp mode), or the speedometer may read incorrectly. The fault is usually in the sensor, its wiring, or the connector, though internal transmission issues can also be responsible. On Nissan specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0720 on Nissan vehicles?▼
Common causes on Nissan: Failed output (vehicle) speed sensor, Damaged wiring, connector, or corrosion in the sensor circuit, Metal debris on the sensor tip or damaged reluctor ring, Open or short in the signal circuit, Low or contaminated transmission fluid affecting components. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0720 on a Nissan?▼
Repair costs on Nissan range from $250 to $6,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Nissan models have P0720 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0720 on 1 Nissan model: Titan.