However, ford announced that they will retire the ford fiesta in 2019. While customers reported transmission problems with the 2011 fiesta 3 complaints were filed with federal regulators, a high number troubles mushroomed with release of the 2012 focus. My 2012 focus ses tcm transmission control module recently got serviced via the ford recall program because the engine light lit up and the codes we got were p0607 cnf, p0884 cnf, p2832 cnf. Vehicles impacted are the ford fiesta model years 20112016 and the ford focus model years 20122016 equipped with a powershift transmission. The problems with the transmission include many reports from. Until ford offers a 6speed manual transmission in all of their fiesta. Awd is not an available option for the 20142019 ford fiesta. Over the last few weeks ive notice little torch once my auto transmission went into second gear. In the mid70s, the ford fiesta was designed to offer people a practical. The 20142019 ford fiesta comes standard with a fwd drivetrain. A primer on ownerreported transmission problems and pending. Fords transmission problem ford transmission problems.
The most recently reported issues are listed below. I think the transmission in my 2011 ford fiesta is shot. That latter attribute was thanks in large part to their new and innovative dualclutch automatic transmissions, which ford called powershift. Apr 12, 2016 my 2012 focus ses tcm transmission control module recently got serviced via the ford recall program because the engine light lit up and the codes we got were p0607 cnf, p0884 cnf, p2832 cnf. Used ford fiesta with manual transmission for sale cargurus. The 2019 fiesta is the most recent model that ford has released. More ford focus, fiesta owners describe their struggles an. Mar 05, 2020 ford focus and ford fiesta powershift transmission settlement. The 2012 ford fiesta has competitive pricing, great fuel economy and an upscale cabin, but those attributes dont trump its unrefined transmission, lack of cargo space and frustrating multimedia. A couple of month after it overheat againg and after that i couldnt start the engin. I knew the focus had problems, but didnt know the fiesta did as. Ford fiesta transmission problem fix check ground connection ford focus duration.
Technically, it is a dualclutch transmission more on that later that operates differently than a traditional automatic. Drivers across the country have faced problems with the automatic transmission in their ford fiesta, focus and fusion. Ford fiesta, focus owners sue over faulty transmissions. The 2012 ford fiesta has 6 problems reported for problems shifting. The transmission is working fine now that ford replaced the clutch under warranty. Used ford fiesta with manual transmission for sale on. Several members of congress are pushing for a nhtsa investigation. The worst complaints are transmission, clutch, and body paint problems. Ram 2500 and 3500 lead latest round of safety recalls. The powershift transmission is basically a manual transmission controlled electronically by a computer while using a dry clutch rather. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. We also have problems with our ford fiesta s transmission.
Actually, more of an automated manual, the complicated transmission does the clutching and shifting for you, and was touted as being more fuelefficient than a conventional automatic when ford rolled it out on the fiesta in 2011. Ford knowingly sold focus, fiesta despite transmission problems. Hi everyone i bought a 2012 sel base with manual transmission in september. Ford fiesta owner describes problems with transmission youtube. Ford motor company ford notified the agency on april 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 202014 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured july 1, 2012, to. The good sync in the 2012 ford fiesta offers voice command over music and bluetooth phones, along with smartphone app integration. Automatic transmission services 042 842229 07979493697. Ford focus 2012 no reverse transmission problem youtube. Nov 26, 2009 i had tonnes of problems with the gearbox on my fiesta lx, i went to a few different garages that never really fixed anything, but i took it into a garage last month in surrey and touch wood ive had no problems since. I am considering purchasing a new 2012 ford fiesta with the powershift transmission. By product expert posted in ford fiesta, fuel efficiency on monday, may 30th, 2016 at 10. If you are a current or former owner or lessee of a 20112016 ford fiesta or 20122016 ford focus vehicle that was equipped with a powershift transmission and was originally sold or leased in the united states including territories, you may be affected by a nationwide settlement that has been reached in litigation. I suffered the defective transmission in my 2012 fiesta for 412 years. What you need to know about fords powershift transmission.
Ford fiesta standard transmission with 5speed ford ib5 transmission 2012, manual transmission output shaft seal by national. Ive documented it on video and the whole nine yards. The fiesta s rigid suspension makes the car feel very maneuverable. Significant number of problems with some ford models prompts. Engine 19% transmission and drivetrain 38% brakes and traction control 2% suspension and steering 14% electrical and air conditioning 20% paint, rust, leaks, rattles, and trim 3% other 3%. The brief history of ford focus transmission problems car. To see how frequently 2014 ford fiesta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Fords fiesta, focus transmission troubles attract nhtsas attention. We have had the computer adjusted twice, one new clutch and we have been waiting some months for another new clutch. Dec 05, 2018 the problems specifically occurred in the powershift transmission of ford fiesta from 20112016 and ford focus from 2012 2016. Ford fiesta problems and reliability issues carsguide. Ford extends transmission warranty for 560,000 fiesta. Ford fiesta power train 2012 ford fiesta problems with.
Jul 11, 2019 the ford powershift transmission in question is found in 20112016 fiesta and 20122016 focus cars. The ford focus is a larger vehicle than the ford fiesta. As described by owners of the vehicles, the primary, recurrent issues are a. Ford focus questions transmission overheat cargurus. If you are a current or former owner or lessee of a 20112016 ford fiesta or 2012 2016 ford focus vehicle that was equipped with a powershift transmission and was originally sold or leased in the united states including territories, you may be affected by a nationwide settlement that has been reached in litigation concerning the. Ford transmission problems presented by stern law, pllc. Jan 15, 2016 actually, more of an automated manual, the complicated transmission does the clutching and shifting for you, and was touted as being more fuelefficient than a conventional automatic when ford rolled it out on the fiesta in 2011. Transmission noise problems of the 2012 ford fiesta. Ford fiesta and focus owners are so unhappy with the powershift transmissions in their cars, theyre taking the automaker to court.
Fords keep saying they will keep fixing the problem up to 100,000 kilometres and we are now. From 2011 for the ford fiesta and 2012 for the ford focus, ford have been releasing cars with what they call a powershift dual clutch to replace a traditional automatic setup. Ford fiesta standard transmission with 5speed ford ib5 transmission 2012, manual transmission output shaft repair sleeve by national. Ford focus and ford fiesta powershift transmission settlement. This type of transmission is often more fuel efficient than a. I used to drive a vw golf tdi but it got a lil old and run down. All of these problems could be resolved if the transmission had a. When shifting from 1st to 2nd gear it sometimes felt like we were in a rodeo, as well when coming to a slow stop or accelerating slowing it sounded like someone was kicking. Ford focus owner wants recall after transmission problem makes car jerk. Ford later subjected the focus to the powershift with the 2012 model year. According to the bulletin, these vehicles may exhibit a grinding or scraping noise during cold ambient temperatures while coasting down. 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. Fords powershift dual clutch transmission was used in 2010.
In july 2014, ford usa issued technical service bulletin tsb 140066 for 2012 model year ford fiesta vehicles that had sixspeed powershift transmissions manufactured on or before 17 march 20. In this video i go over a very common cause of transmission problems on the 2011 2012 fiesta. Ford extends transmission warranty for 560,000 fiesta, focus. Son learned to drive manual and ruined the transmission. A primer on ownerreported transmission problems and past and pending lawsuits for alleged defects on focus and fiesta models. The number of vehicles in australia suffered the problems was around 68,000. Ford fiesta automatic transmission 5 ford fiesta manual transmission 7 ford fiesta transmission bearing 2 ford fiesta transmission filter at 1 ford fiesta transmission modulator at 5 ford fiesta transmission mount 3 ford fiesta transmission oil cooler 9 ford fiesta transmission oil cooler hose 1 ford fiesta 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. Detailed features and specs for the used 2012 ford fiesta sedan including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. As described by owners of the vehicles, the primary, recurrent issues are a shuddering.
Its just like a manual driver learning how a particular manual transmission works. Ford fiesta and the 20122016 focus have a dualclutch automatic. The brief history of ford focus transmission problems. Michelle hughes of flint discusses her frustration with transmission problems on 2012 ford fiesta. Dear friend, i have a ford fiesta 2012 with problem in the transmission was in the. In places where manual transmissions were still more common, related. Ford australia claimed to address the concerns of the majority of the customers that had faced issues with the powershift transmission of. Aug 14, 2019 ford said the warranty was now good for seven years or 100,000 miles on clutch and related hardware for 201416 focus and 201415 fiesta vehicles assembled after july 4, 20. The first time i took it to the dealer they kept it for six days. At first you will be poor at using it but as you do you learn the transmissions quirks and get smoother at shifting. Fixing problems in your vehicle is a doitapproach with the this repair manual for 2012 ford fiesta as they contain comprehensive instructions and procedures on how to fix the problems in your ride. It was overheating becouse of the fan i fixed as soon as posible. Ford said the warranty was now good for seven years or 100,000 miles on clutch and related hardware for 201416 focus and 201415 fiesta vehicles assembled after july 4.
The 2011 2016 ford fiesta and the 2012 2016 focus have a dualclutch automatic transmission that is the subject of a classaction lawsuit and many individual lawsuits. It rattled constantly below 40 mph and clicks and shudders while deciding what gear to be in through the lower gear range. Does the ford fiesta come with a manual transmission. Feb 15, 2014 in this video i go over a very common cause of transmission problems on the 2011 2012 fiesta. There have been numerous reports about problems with this transmission. Ford hid focus, fiesta transmission problems then blamed. The automatic transmission in the ford fiesta 2011present and the ford focus 2012 present is not like a traditional transmission found in many cars. Which is bigger, the ford fiesta or the ford focus. 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. In this video i go over a very common cause of transmission problems on the 20112012 fiesta. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The powershift transmission is basically a manual transmission controlle. Today a blaring warning came on that my transmission was on the verge of overheating with the check engine light.
The 6speed automatic transmission in my 2012 fiesta is a piece of shit. Our list of 1 known complaint reported can help you fix your 2012 ford fiesta. The ford focus is a compact car while the ford fiesta is a subcompact car. On october 05, 2012, ford recalled 154,604 ford fiesta. Ford extends transmission warranty for 560,000 fiesta, focus models the company has faced a string of lawsuits and complaints about the transmissions, which can. The ford powershift transmission in question is found in 20112016 fiesta and 20122016 focus cars. The light went off shortly after the dash alert came on but not scared to drive. Ford is recalling certain model year 201120 fiesta vehicles, manufactured from november 3, 2009 through september 21, 2012. Ford fiesta transmission problems and repair descriptions.
The problems specifically occurred in the powershift transmission of ford fiesta from 20112016 and ford focus from 2012 2016. Sadly, it wont be the first time that ford has been sued over. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 ford fiesta based on all problems reported for the 2012 fiesta. Ford knew focus, fiesta had flawed transmission, sold them anyway. Jun 20, 2012 the good sync in the 2012 ford fiesta offers voice command over music and bluetooth phones, along with smartphone app integration. Durashift transmission problems on fiesta 03 ford fiesta. A blue candy metallic 2012 ford focus sel sedan, left, and a lime squeeze. I queried ford when i had just bought the car and never heard back from them. Its a new type of transmission, which essentially has two clutches as opposed to the traditional one one clutch drives the odd gears and the other drives the even. Six problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 2012 ford fiesta.
838 13 436 251 1296 1207 87 674 1270 618 1094 1072 489 1262 1343 192 982 86 1519 440 1210 1325 858 160 652 1033 689 335 905 1020 569 1319 590 1274 650 1062 1410 742 1179 1177