The ford powershift is a sixspeed dual clutch, automated manual transmission produced by. Used ford fiesta with manual transmission for sale on. Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different models, so they may appear different than your vehicle. Learn more about the ford automatic transmission issue by clicking here or contact us now to begin the process of protecting your legal rights today.
Epa fuel economy estimates for the 20 ford focus are 2636 mpg cityhighway with 5speed manual, 2838 mpg with 6speed automatic. Edmunds the 5speed manual transmission is also a delight, with effortless gear changes. From transmission problems like jumping, lunging, and lurching to oil, water, and coolant leaks, consumers have been complaining about problems with recent ford fiesta models ford fiesta is also listed in the 2016 car complaint index. Ram 2500 and 3500 lead latest round of safety recalls. Fords transmission problem ford transmission problems. Ford ordering dealerships to fix dualclutch fiesta and.
My 20 ford fiesta powershift transmission issues, part 5. The carmaker says that its not a safety problem if your car slips into neutral on the highway. The worst complaints are hesitation when trying to accelerate, slipping, chugging, and. My girlfriend has a ford fiesta that was stuck in the snow. I knew the focus had problems, but didnt know the fiesta did as. Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 20 fiesta vehicles, manufactured from november 3, 2009 through september 21, 2012. When we called to complain or ask questions we were told that this was normal.
It has 55,000 km and had the dual clutch recall allegedly done. Jan 15, 2016 the digital mailbox over at has been overflowing with complaints from ford fiesta and focus owners lately, who were unfortunate enough to opt for fords powershift sixspeed automatic transmission. Therefore, you may find options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle. This manual describes a range of product features and options, sometimes before they are generally available. Get the best deals on automatic transmission parts for ford fiesta when you shop the largest online selection at. To see how frequently 2014 ford fiesta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Your online ford fiesta repair manual lets you do the job yourself and save a ton of money. Ford is recalling certain model year 201120 fiesta vehicles, manufactured from november 3, 2009 through september 21, 2012. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The ford powershift gearboxes were built by getrag ford transmissions, a jointventure with getrag. Ford fiesta manual transmission problems, volkswagen golf advertisments. The list below shows all known recalls from transport canadas database. As time progressed the problem would worsen and some focus and fiesta.
Dear ford, we are upset over the repeated problems with our 20 ford fiesta, brand new on 718 20. A 5speed manual transmission is standard and a 6speed automatic is optional, with selectshift manual mode an option for the automatic. In some cases the seals on the input shaft of the transmission leak fluid onto the clutches, causing them to slip and shudder. Similar to the issue with the ford focus, the fiesta contains an ecoboost transmission which is designed to improve fuel economy. By now it is a wellpublicized issue that fords powershift dualclutch. Both the clutch materials and seals have been a source of dsp6 problems, ford. The 20 fiesta is prone to a shuddering and power loss problem that ford has yet to recall. Sadly, the downside to these transmissions is jumping, lunging, and lurching. Following a scathing analysis from the detroit free press regarding fords handling of their dualclutch transmission troubles in the focus and fiesta, the company has apparently ordered dealerships to fix all affected cars for free, regardless of warranty status automotive news is reporting that the company sent a memo out to dealerships instructing them to fix. The sixspeed manual transmission the only gearbox available in the st is enjoyable. Inside it is more technical than that, but that is the gist of the operation. Ford fiesta transmission problems warranty extension to 7 years100,000 miles 2011 2016 fiesta. Actually, more of an automated manual, the complicated transmission does the clutching and shifting for you, and was touted as. Ee8j 19a321 aa march 20 first printing owners manual fiesta litho in u.
Home owner my vehicle download your manual ford motor company limited uses cookies and similar technologies on this website to improve your online experience and to show tailored advertising to you. I bought a ford fiesta 20 two years ago and since then it has been at the dealership for the transmission clutch. Fords powershift dual clutch transmission was used in 2010. Repairsurge covers the following production years for the ford fiesta. This website provides information to consumers that can be used to alleviate the problems they may be experiencing with their fiesta, andor legal remedies available to them under state lemon laws. On october 05, 2012, ford recalled 154,604 ford fiesta. Ford fiesta transmission problems and repair descriptions. The tsb has already been applied earlier and nothing has helped for long. I got it back and now the transmission feels and sounds like it has rocks in it and not fluid. A risky bid for the us car giant, since superminis were an unchartedspace, and fears of not turning a profit were high. See realworld 2014 ford fiesta transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other 2014 ford fiesta owners. Manual transmission parts for 2016 ford focus for sale ebay.
The car started making all kinds of noise when you turned on the ac and would start to jerk after only a week. The ford powershift is a sixspeed dual clutch, automated manual transmission produced by the ford motor company. Search over 6,700 listings to find the best local deals. Ford fiesta 20, rapidcool transmission oil cooler kit by hayden. I think the transmission in my 2011 ford fiesta is shot. Calls continue to ring through to the 1800lemonlaw hotline regarding ford fiesta transmission problems. Ive made in excess of 20 calls to my dealer and ford australia customer service. I looked into the problem and found many others that are having the same issue and that the term normal is not correct that it is a known problem with the transmission in the fiesta, and the focus.
The worst complaints are hesitation when trying to accelerate, slipping, chugging, and clanging, hesitating, loses power. More than likely its a problem with the transmission shifter cable andor transmission linkage or shifter assembly. Description code fivespeed manual transmission sixspeed automatic transmission 20 fiesta fie owners guide gf. This is a fairly common concern with this transmission and there are 2 ford recalls for this problem, exactly. New oem ford focus fiesta 2011 2012 20 2018 tcm transmission control unit.
Fords automatic transmission in the fiesta and focus are different than a traditional setup, and have had issues. Brought it to the dealer who said there is a problem with the clutch system they gave me a rental. It has since become one of the most popular ford models around the globe. Investigations have revealed that fords engineers and management were aware of the transmission problems before and after. I have a 20 ford fiesta that has had one clutch replacement and many. Ford fiesta, focus transmission warranty extended transport topics. The digital mailbox over at has been overflowing with complaints from ford fiesta and focus owners lately, who were unfortunate enough to opt for fords powershift sixspeed automatic transmission. It was rocked back and forth and something may have come lose on the gear changer. Nov 23, 2015 my 20 ford fiesta powershift transmission issues, part 5. Vehicles impacted are the ford fiesta model years 20112016 and the ford focus model years 20122016 equipped with a powershift transmission. You can find a transmission code on the safety compliance certification label. The transmission warning light keeps coming on intermitently and goes off if you switch the engine off and restart the car. Transmission choices are a 5speed manual and a 6speed automatic.
Ford fiesta problems and reliability issues carsguide. The transmission will operate in gears one through five. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I have had transmission problems my radio pops off and on i have had it in twice for the transmission issues and will need a 3rd time. Ford fiesta s standard transmission 20, oem clutch kit by exedy. Ive had problems with this car multiple times regarding the transmission and have visited the dealership over and over again due to this problem. Ford motor company has identified that certain 2011 2016 model year fiestas equipped with the dsp6 powershift automatically shifting manual transmission may have seal failures. Introduction 9 20 fiesta fie owners guide gf, 2nd printing.
Does the ford fiesta come with a manual transmission. The latest move covers 2014 through 2016 model year focuses built before nov. How to professionally tint a car door window 20 vw jetta for beginners duration. Nov 02, 2015 my 20 ford fiesta powershift transmission issues, part 2. Ive got a 2012 ford fiesta with massive transmission issues.
The car has been bucking, grinding and almost stalling. Users ranked 20 ford fiesta against other cars which they droveowned. Ford fiesta transmission problems warranty extension to 7. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents.
The issue with the automatic transmission in the ford focus and ford fiesta is another example of how we are working to protect the rights of americans who deserve safety and comfort. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design. However, the new powershift gearbox used in the ford fiesta and ford focus used dry clutches. Automatic transmission control module problems of the 2014. Powershift improves fuel efficiency by as much as 10 percent when compared to a conventional automatic transmission the operation of a dual clutch transmission. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. I am so disappointed i purchased this car for the good mileage and i really loved it at first now it is giving me a lot of grief. Ford extends warranty on more focus, fiesta transmissions news. Ford extends transmission warranty for 560,000 fiestas, focuses. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. Ford transmission troubles spur multiple lawsuits including one in san diego. The dealer has been ok, i realise they need authorisation to fix. What you have is a dual clutch 6speed manual automatic that relies on 2 clutches to switch between gears.
The powershift transmission is basically a manual transmission controlled electronically by a computer while using a dry clutch rather. The worst complaints are transmission, engine, and accessories interior problems. It is currently at ford almost two weeks now on a simple job that would take three days. By product expert posted in ford fiesta, fuel efficiency on monday, may 30th, 2016 at 10. As a result, the transmission does not use a torque convertor, which can sap fuel economy. Ford motor company ford notified the agency on april 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 20 2014 ford fusion and.
To see how frequently ford fiesta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Canada to cover a litany of problems with a troubled 6speed automatic transmission. I queried ford when i had just bought the car and never heard back from them. Apr 24, 2015 ford motor company ford notified the agency on april 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 20 2014 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured july 1, 2012, to may 31, 20, and 20122014 fiesta vehicles manufactured february 1, 2012, to may 31, 20.
Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 ford fiesta based on all problems reported for the 2014 fiesta. Please research the transmission before purchasing. What you need to know about fords powershift transmission. My 20 ford fiesta powershift transmission issues, part 2. Drivers of manual transmissionequipped vehicles become quickly familiar with a subtle whine from the transmission, especially in reverse.
Again we were told this was normal and due to the cvt transmission. This website provides information to consumers that can be used to alleviate the problems they may be experiencing with their fiesta, andor legal remedies available to. The 20 ford fiesta s 4cylinder engine is capable enough, but its more notable for its fuel efficiency than its power. Ford motor company ford notified the agency on april 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 20 2014 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured july 1, 2012, to. Automatic transmission parts for ford fiesta for sale ebay. Ford knew focus, fiesta had flawed transmission, sold them anyway. Page 122 maintenance capacities capacity in litres variant item gallons power steering system max mark windscreen and rear 2. In march i purchased the 20 ford fiesta sedan and nothing it has been nothing but a problem since that day. Ford told the free press on may 9, regarding the proposed. I was having this problem, the dealer reprogrammed the ecu. The dualclutch transmission, simply put, is a manual transmission that the computer shifts instead of the driver. August 14, 2019 in the wake of transmission concerns in its fiesta and focus. If youre a fan of compact, economical cars, or that just happens to be what fits your current needs and budget, youve probably at least considered the ford fiesta.
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