cherylmov Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 The transmission issues with Ford are absolutely ridiculous. I just bought out the lease of my 2014 Ford Focus a month ago and now the car is stuck in the shop with transmission issues. I was driving to an important appointment (which I missed) when it just stopped moving forward and I lost all power. Anyone else have something similar happen? If so, what was wrong with your car/how much did it cost? It’s been at the dealership for a week and a half now and I still have no exact answer as to what is wrong. Apparently, just to diagnose the problem the whole transmission needs to be overhauled and the labor alone is around $2000!! That’s before I even know what’s wrong and know how much the part to fix it will cost. A year ago I heard about a transmission recall and had the clutch replaced, is there any way it could be related? If I had known that a car this new would have transmission issues I never would have bought it in the first place. The dealership can’t even work with me and give me a loaner car while the work is being completed. All I can hope is that we will figure out the issue and will have a car back soon! I used to think very highly of Ford vehicles but after this catastrophe and all the things I’ve been reading about all the transmission issues Ford cars have I don’t think my next car will be from Ford. I mean c’mon, it’s a 2014, I shouldn’t be having transmission issues! My 2001 Mitsubishi was more reliable than this and I would take that car back in a heartbeat at this point! If anyone has any advice or suggestions it would be greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Oh goodie...another "one post wonder" about a Focus transmission "issue".....Bye Felicia..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Because no other car on the planet has ever had transmission problems. Didn't Ford extend the warranty or was that just on earlier models? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transitman Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Huh, I had a 2012 Focus and didn't experience any transmission issues and now have a 2017 Fusion with no transmission issues, I guess "all the transmission issues Ford cars have" passed me by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Because no other car on the planet has ever had transmission problems. Didn't Ford extend the warranty or was that just on earlier models? . Of course they did. This is just to bolster a lawsuit by having more internet searches show the "widespread" problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylmov Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 Because no other car on the planet has ever had transmission problems. Didn't Ford extend the warranty or was that just on earlier models? It's 3,000 miles over the warranty. We've talked to Ford and they want us to write a letter rather than speaking directly to a manager. Although I understand managers would be bombarded with phone calls if they took every single complaint, but there should at least be an email or form that can be filled out and filled directly rather than having to go through snail mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylmov Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 If you have any information about an extend to the warranty by ford and could pass the information along that would be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Technical service bulletin released for the DPS6 transmission: TSB 14-0131 The reason your were not previously notified is because as a lease vehicle - you are not the "owner" per se... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 The powertrain warranty is 5 yrs/60K miles - surely you aren't beyond 60K mile already? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylmov Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 I'm at 63,000, so just beyond it. My initial transmission issues started a year ago, so I'm not sure if they'll back track the mileage and end up covering it if it's related to the recall work I had done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 No wonder you bought out the lease. It could be the TCM (transmission control module) which is outside the transmission and should be much much cheaper. It would behoove you to get a second opinion if possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 I'm at 63,000, so just beyond it. My initial transmission issues started a year ago, so I'm not sure if they'll back track the mileage and end up covering it if it's related to the recall work I had done. . The extension is 100K miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylmov Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 The car doesn't drive currently so the only way to get a second opinion is to tow it somewhere else, which I'm not sure is a viable option. It is at a certified ford dealership at the moment. They checked the control module and it isn't that, they say it is something internal. . The extension is 100K miles. do you have additional information on this extension/what it covers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 .... do you have additional information on this extension/what it covers? . Ask the dealership. It is a Ford TSB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 I think it only applied to 2012 and 2013 models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylmov Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 According to the dealership it is under no warranty so I don't think the 100K mile extension applies. It's been there two weeks now and still no answer. I have always loved Ford up until now, and honestly this experience is so frustrating that I don't think I will ever go with a Ford again. Maybe it's just the dealership I'm at, however they are being extremely difficult to work with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 (edited) According to the dealership it is under no warranty so I don't think the 100K mile extension applies. It's been there two weeks now and still no answer. I have always loved Ford up until now, and honestly this experience is so frustrating that I don't think I will ever go with a Ford again. Maybe it's just the dealership I'm at, however they are being extremely difficult to work with. . Well, being from Buffalo NY - you have several Ford dealerships in the area to choose from. Basil Ford, Dave Smith Ford, Delacy Ford, West Herr Ford, Wellsville Ford, Conroy Motors, Towne Ford/Lincoln....which dealer are you using?? Edited May 30, 2017 by twintornados Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardK Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 The transmission issues with Ford are absolutely ridiculous. I just bought out the lease of my 2014 Ford Focus a month ago and now the car is stuck in the shop with transmission issues. I was driving to an important appointment (which I missed) when it just stopped moving forward and I lost all power. Anyone else have something similar happen? If so, what was wrong with your car/how much did it cost? It’s been at the dealership for a week and a half now and I still have no exact answer as to what is wrong. Apparently, just to diagnose the problem the whole transmission needs to be overhauled and the labor alone is around $2000!! That’s before I even know what’s wrong and know how much the part to fix it will cost. A year ago I heard about a transmission recall and had the clutch replaced, is there any way it could be related? If I had known that a car this new would have transmission issues I never would have bought it in the first place. The dealership can’t even work with me and give me a loaner car while the work is being completed. All I can hope is that we will figure out the issue and will have a car back soon! I used to think very highly of Ford vehicles but after this catastrophe and all the things I’ve been reading about all the transmission issues Ford cars have I don’t think my next car will be from Ford. I mean c’mon, it’s a 2014, I shouldn’t be having transmission issues! My 2001 Mitsubishi was more reliable than this and I would take that car back in a heartbeat at this point! If anyone has any advice or suggestions it would be greatly appreciated! It is odd you did not have any problems until 3 years later after buying out the lease. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 It is odd you did not have any problems until 3 years later after buying out the lease. With that transmission, no it's not. It can happen at any time from straight from the factory floor all the way to 5+ years later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 And yes I have heard of some very early 2012 builds needing trans swaps at the plant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKII Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Here are the latest updates to the Powershift (DPS6) extended warranty details 14M01 - DPS6 Transmission warranty extension https://ford.oemdtc.com/1650/14m01-dps6-transmission-clutch-shudder-transmission-input-shaft-seal-warranty-extension-2011-2014-ford-fiesta-focus 14M02 - TCM Transmissioin Control Module Extended warranty details https://ford.oemdtc.com/2082/14m02-transmission-control-module-extended-warranty-coverage-2011-2015-ford-fiesta-2012-2016-focus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 And yes I have heard of some very early 2012 builds needing trans swaps at the plant. ... .and I have heard that that the moon landing was a hoax. Only gotta prove it like what you've heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 ... .and I have heard that that the moon landing was a hoax. Only gotta prove it like what you've heard. As bad as it was in the beginning, would it really shock you? Come on man, I'm tired of you coming after me like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 ... .and I have heard that that the moon landing was a hoax. Only gotta prove it like what you've heard. The trans is a piece of crap. I don't think anyone needs to back up their words when it comes to reiterating that fact. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardK Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 The trans is a piece of crap. I don't think anyone needs to back up their words when it comes to reiterating that fact. I see you have a 2014. Have you had problems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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