Check my channel for more auxiliary input videos on all cars. Move the transmission selector lever to reverse to allow your vehicle to move manual shifting backward. I am certain it is a design flaw and ford wishes me to accept a less then solid car. Used ford focus with manual transmission for sale carmax.
In 2014, ford extended the powertrain warranty on affected fiesta and focus models by an extra two years or 40,000 miles, to seven years or 100,000 miles total. The brief history of ford focus transmission problems. Ford fiesta problems and reliability issues carsguide. If your vehicle has to be repaired, look for the clearly visible ford branding and make sure that only ford original parts have been used. Get fast answers to your ford focus questions from experts in the cargurus. Did alot research on the subject at the time and determined the ford fluid was the best to use. If you want to settle for sub par workmanship then ford is your choice. When you purchase a ford remanufactured transmission assembly, youre getting a product thats built to the exacting specifications of ford motor company one thats built for your vehicle. The frequency and severity of repairs are both fairly average when compared with all other vehicles. I used to drive a vw golf tdi but it got a lil old and run down. Access a large inventory of quality used 2005 ford focus transmissions online. From the beginning, it would skip when i would accelerate in the lower gears, and more recently it has had issues falling out of gear into neutral and revving while im.
Please take a moment and participate in our online polls and surveys. My friends 2012 ford focus would not start when she was leaving work. The dealership replaces it, we get the car back, it breaks again, we take it back, they. We warranty our entire used focus manual or automatic transmissions with a minimum 6months to 2years depending on the specific focus transmission assembly. I was in a turn lane waiting for the light to change and as i stepped on the gas my car started to make a really loud screeching noise. Can you give me an idea of the potential problem s. They did an update of the car computer software and now its much better. What are the common ford focus transmission problems. I have a 2012 ford focus with automatic transmission and it will not shift on its own. May 03, 2011 our 2010 automatic ford focus demonstrated problems with shifting gears at about 7,000 miles. Expected delivery date does not account for the required special freight shipping.
Ford focus transmission problems page 14 car forums at. The worst complaints are shudder and vibration sounds on takeoff, multiple shifting problems, and transmission failure. As someone who often drives manual cars and has a miata. Robert jones ford focus transmission transmission repair. Its the worst car ive ever had, and its a complete nightmare to own, because in the. A total of 969 units were sold during september 2012, allowing the cmax. Ram 2500 and 3500 lead latest round of safety recalls. It has been laboring when getting into 3rd gear 3845mph. All options work on the radio eg i can click radio, aux and all the settings but theres no sound on. She said theyve all had problems with the transmission. Since ive switched over ive found the focus to have a much trickyer clutch then i was used to, i have trouble getting smooth starts every time and i find the car just falls flat on its face if i dont gas it alot. Some test drivers said the 2012 ford focus fourcylinder engine has plenty of power, while others thought the focus is a bit sluggish.
Great place to start and familiarize yourself with the ford focus. But this clutch, this transmission that they have now clearly doesnt work. Our 2005 ford focus transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. This shift cable bushing repair kit allows you to fix your ford fiesta shift cable bushing very easily. I think people often think its bad and hate it because the computer shifts it like a manual transmission, and theyre used to. Owner manuals to download the owner manual, warranty guide or scheduled maintenance guide, select your vehicle information. Please call 18888242012 before ordering to verify availability. Violent shuddering in the focus powershift transmission is one of the most common problems in the automotive universe. Access a large inventory of quality used 2012 ford focus transmissions online. Our 2012 ford focus transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and. I think the transmission in my 2011 ford fiesta is shot. I have read that the input is on the back answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Ford focus problems 2005 ford focus power train problems.
I much prefer the dual clutch in my 2012 focus compared to traditional slush box autos. Weve put the owner manual from your glovebox online. The easiest way to fix your ford fiesta shift cable. This occurs while driving between 1060 mph, and demonstrates major jerking when it finally does shift, with revvingincreased rpms. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. I dont know anything about cars, but i have a 2008 ford focus that my husband and i bought in september 2011. Mazda fn4ael ford 4f27e automatic transmission full overhaul recondition 3. The worst complaints are engine, accessories interior, and transmission problems.
I purchased ford focus 2012 6 months ago and transmission is a problem. Once the car is warmed up it will not smoothly shift. Manual transmission problem of the 2005 ford focus 6 failure date. I believe that my transmission may be failing but it is just a suspicion right now based on the symptoms and my research. Axz plan pricing, including axz plan option pricing, is exclusively for eligible ford motor company employees, friends and family members of eligible employees, and ford motor company eligible partners. If i put it in the manual shift mode a can get the car to. Thankfully most of delaware is flat, so its not always an issue. They were thrilled with the standard fivespeed manual transmission and said its a joy to shift. To see how frequently 2009 ford focus problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. I have a ford focus 2003 with a transmission problem. It concerns the 2012, and 14 ford focus and the ford fiesta. Ford focus standard transmission with 5speed ford mtx75 transmission 2012, manual transmission output shaft repair sleeve by national.
The prefacelift version of the car 20032007 was called the ford focus. It was designed to be an economical sedan ford could market not only in the u. Plus, ford remanufactured transmissions use new fordengineered service parts in the remanufacturing process, come equipped with sensors, and. The ford focus hit the streets in 2000 as a sedan, hatchback, and wagon. Look for the ford logo on the following parts sheet metal. Our used focus transmissions inventory changes daily as we dismantle more vehicles. Now i have put 300 miles on it and when i put my foot on the gas at a stop light, it sudders, and makes noises in the transmission shifts. Ive been having transmission related problems with my 2012 ford focus, which i bought used it was a lease vehicle before i bought it almost two years ago from carmax. I knew the focus had problems, but didnt know the fiesta did as. If i put it in the manual shift mode a can get the car to shift into 1st, 3rd, and 5th gears but 2nd, 4th,6t. It also includes an amfmcdmp3 sound system with auxiliary audio input, power.
Ford sells over 100k of these cars each year so the problems are not widespread. Ford focus recalls revisited on all three generations of the focus. Dealer keeps resetting computer, upgrading computer software still a problem. It takes about 2 minutes and comes with a lifetime warranty. Mar 08, 2016 10 things you didnt know about the ford focus. It also includes an amfmcdmp3 sound system with auxiliary audio input, power locks. The ford focus 20102015 has a major transmission design defect and ford provides almost no tangible assistance and routinely. I queried ford when i had just bought the car and never heard back from them. Ive heard is in the back of the head unit, but i dont know how to access to that. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. I put 68,000 miles on it in just 2 months short of 8 years. My aux cord plugs in between twin cigarette lighters in front of the gear shifter. I was in a turn lane waiting for the light to change and as i stepped on the gas my car started to make a really loud.
The number of vehicles in australia suffered the problems was around 68,000. Year choose year 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 20 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996. I have a 2009 ford focus with a manual transmission that is just 300 miles or so from having the warranty expire. Our 2005 ford focus transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and.
The ford logo is clearly visible on the following parts if they are ford original parts. Been sent in for transmission issues 4 times since first purchased new in 2012. Jul 12, 2011 i would like to use the aux on my 2005 ford focus zx4 but there is no input. Frequency according to repairpal, ford focus owners bring their vehicles into a. The problems specifically occurred in the powershift transmission of ford fiesta from 20112016 and ford focus from 2012 2016. What you need to know about fords powershift transmission.
Ford focus questions how do i use the mp3 player in my 2006 ford. The 2012 ford focus has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. A blue candy metallic 2012 ford focus sel sedan, left, and a lime squeeze. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. A transmission malfunction message appeared and the car had severe problems changing gears. Please use this forum for the latest news and discussions. Read what other owners think about the 2012 ford focus. I would like to use the aux on my 2005 ford focus zx4 but there is no input. Ford motor company reserves the right to modify the terms of this plan at any time. Genuine ford part very good condition 117k miles 1year warranty located at tampa or ocala, florida 34429. The ford cmax is a compact multipurpose vehicle mpv produced by the ford motor. Its the worst car ive ever had, and its a complete nightmare to own, because in the little time weve had it, its been in the shop 78 times for the same thing.
Sep 12, 2019 violent shuddering in the focus powershift transmission is one of the most common problems in the automotive universe. Jun 23, 2010 i have a 2009 ford focus with a manual transmission that is just 300 miles or so from having the warranty expire. Hi everyone i bought a 2012 sel base with manual transmission in september. The aux cable was hard to find, but can be located in the glove box i have a thin. The drive computer malfunctioned and was replaced by a new one. I would like to use the aux on my 2005 ford focus zx4 but. Some owners have gotten new dps6 transmissions under warranty. Unfollow ford focus manual transmission to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Ford knew focus, fiesta had flawed transmission, sold them anyway. Most deliveries will arrive within 57 business days. Look for the ford logo on the following parts sheet metal wing bonnet doors.
We carry a large inventory of ford focus automatic transmissions. Our 2010 automatic ford focus demonstrated problems with shifting gears at about 7,000 miles. The aux input is part of fords canbus 16pin connector on the back of the radio. The consumers vehicle has been in the shop for over a month. You may need to replace the neutral safety switch on the transmission.
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