transmission problem
4.0
definitely annoyingTypical Repair Cost:
no data
Average Mileage:
14,500 miles
Number of complaints:
1 complaints
Most common solutions:
- buy one of the many good 5-speeds running around w/o this defect (1 reports)
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2003Nov 16
(reported on)Focus ZX5
Dealer has no interest in fixing problem, and says that it is a common defect with 4-cyl. Ford 5-speeds. At launch from a stop light, the problem sounds like "pinging" but is actually termed gear roll-over. Sounds like there is a bag of bolts in the trans. case. Unit seems to peform properly, just sounds horrible. I'm defnitely worried about resale as any would-be buyer would hear this and question it... Try out any Toyota, Honda, etc. and you will not experience this annoying defect.
I'm a die-hard Ford guy, but sometimes I really wonder about this brand...
Ted B.
Fullerton, CA, USA
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