Hyundai P073500
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Quick answer
P073500 is identified in Hyundai manufacturer communications as “Gear 5 incorrect ratio.” The cited bulletins describe it as an incorrect-ratio DTC associated with transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm while in gear.
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1. What does P073500 mean?
P073500 is identified in Hyundai manufacturer communications as “Gear 5 incorrect ratio.” The cited bulletins describe it as an incorrect-ratio DTC associated with transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm while in gear.
2. Technical explanation
Hyundai TSBs 20-AT-001H and 19-AT-012H list P0735 / P073500 as Gear 5 incorrect ratio. The bulletins group it with incorrect-ratio DTCs and state that these concern transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear. The supplied evidence does not establish a vehicle-specific root cause, diagnostic result, or repair for a particular vehicle.
3. What system is affected?
Transaxle, based on the official Hyundai TSB descriptions.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
Not yet established by verified evidence.
6. Possible causes
- The verified evidence identifies an incorrect gear-5 ratio condition and describes the related DTC group as involving transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear. A specific underlying cause is not yet established by verified evidence.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Arrange diagnosis using the applicable Hyundai transaxle service procedure.
- Do not attempt high-voltage or other hazardous repair work.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Confirm the stored DTC is P073500.
- Use the applicable Hyundai procedure referenced by TSB 20-AT-001H or 19-AT-012H. The supplied evidence does not include the detailed diagnostic steps.
11. When to contact service
Contact a Hyundai dealer or qualified service provider for diagnosis of the transaxle incorrect-ratio DTC.
12. What the service center may check
- Verify P073500 / Gear 5 incorrect ratio.
- Apply the applicable Hyundai TSB procedure for incorrect-ratio DTCs. Detailed checks are not included in the supplied evidence.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Hyundai TSB 20-AT-001H states that it provides a procedure to diagnose and repair the transaxle for listed incorrect-ratio DTCs, including P073500.
- Hyundai TSB 19-AT-012H likewise states that it provides a procedure to diagnose and repair the transaxle for P073500.
- The specific repair outcome or parts required are not yet established by the supplied verified evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Kona · 2016–2020 · US
- Hyundai Kona · 2016–2019 · US
- Hyundai Sonata · 2016–2020 · US
- Hyundai Sonata · 2016–2019 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- Hyundai TSB 20-AT-001H, published January 2, 2020: procedure to diagnose and repair transaxle incorrect-ratio DTCs, including P073500 (Gear 5 incorrect ratio).
- Hyundai TSB 19-AT-012H, published June 4, 2019: procedure to diagnose and repair transaxle incorrect-ratio DTCs, including P073500 (Gear 5 incorrect ratio).
16. Recall information
No recall relationship is established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official NHTSA-hosted Hyundai manufacturer communications: 20-AT-001H (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10170899-0001.pdf) and 19-AT-012H (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10163279-9999.pdf). Supplied applicability records list US Hyundai Kona model years 2016–2019 and 2016–2020, and US Hyundai Sonata model years 2016–2019 and 2016–2020. The supplied evidence does not establish which, if any, of these overlapping records applies to a specific vehicle.
19. Frequently asked questions
What does Hyundai code P073500 mean?
The verified Hyundai TSB evidence identifies P073500 as Gear 5 incorrect ratio.
What does the Hyundai bulletin say about this type of code?
The bulletins describe the listed incorrect-ratio DTCs as transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear.
Is it safe to drive with P073500?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
Does P073500 affect EV charging?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
Is there an official Hyundai service bulletin?
Yes. The supplied evidence includes Hyundai TSBs 20-AT-001H and 19-AT-012H, both covering diagnosis and repair procedures for incorrect-ratio DTCs including P073500.