Richard truett, a ford spokesman, said in an email that the mt82 transmission used on the 2011 12 mustangs was built in china as part of a joint venture between getrag corporate group and ford. Ford mustang owners sue over sixspeed manual transmission. Hard shifting and grinding, especially in cold weather. The getrag mt82 sixspeed as installed in a 2011 mustang with 3. The factory transmission mounts are heavily voided and cause your tran. The nhtsa opened their investigation after receiving 32 complaints about the 2011 and 2012 ford mustang having shifting issues in models equipped with the new 6 speed manual transmission. Since ford switched manufacturers, the mt82 has received a lot of criticism due to having several wellknown issues. Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550.
Why ford chose a tremec manual transmission for the 2021. And that has us angry over here because its a gigantic tease o. I have to come to almost a complete stop and let the rpms drop down to almost. Ford mustang owners have filed a classaction suit alleging that the sixspeed manual transmission used in 20112019 mustang and mustang gt cars is faulty. Only five automakers have new suvs and crossovers with a manual transmission. Global excluding usa 2007present 6f50 6 speed transaxle, van dyke transmission. Nhtsa opens investigation into 6speed manual transmission on. This revised transmission, known as the mt82d4, makes for a nice upgrade from the problematic gen 1 and gen 2 mt82 found in 2011. Buy used ford mustang transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. Automotive news reports that a group of owners of 2011 and newer ford mustang s is suing the company over alleged defects in the sports cars getrag mt82 sixspeed manual transmission. Mt82 6 speed transmission 23 spline fits 2011 up ford mustang 5. The v6 getrag mt82 isnt much different visually from the v8 version aside from internal differences and gearing. This revised transmission, known as the mt82d4, makes for a nice upgrade from the problematic gen 1 and gen 2 mt82 found in 2011 2014 s197s and 20152017 s550 mustangs. However when you up the power from the stock level the stock components wont last.
Jun 09, 2020 mustang owners qualms with fords mt82 sixspeed manual transmission are welldocumented across the web. As well as a terrible whining noise started around. Toprated 2020 family suvs in quality according to consumers. Ford is facing a classaction lawsuit over problems in its manual transmission mustang, filed in the u. Very low mileage previous owners drove this vehicle less than the carfax industry average of total miles per yearthis ford mustang will come carfax certified. Aug 10, 2011 over the weekend, the nhtsa announced that it was opening an investigation after receiving 32 complaints from owners of 2011 2012 ford mustangs with the 6 speed manual transmission. Starting with the 2011 model year, the mustang switched to a getrag mt82 gearbox that replaced the tremec t5 gear box in v6powered mustangs and the tr3650 in the mustang gt. Ford engineered the cobra with a 6 speed transmission for the first time. Here paired with the desirable 6 speed manual transmission that lets you harness that power while still allowing for impressive epa mileage.
Ford mustang under govt investigation for transmission. Recommended enginetransmission oil ford mustang forum. Dec 21, 2011 if youre a 2011 12 mustang owner experiencing problems with the six speed manual transmission, the nhtsas findings probably dont come as good news. You can still buy a stickshift suv, but the choices are extremely limited. Ford mustang gt gen 3 getrag mt82 6speed manual transmission. The manual transmission in my 2011 ford mustang gt has been whining and grinding gears since the clutch was replaced due to a design flaw only to get the exact same clutch assembly, and will be. The suit covers vehicles purchased or leased from 2011 2019. Aug 08, 2011 ford introduced the 6 speed manual on the 2011 models, replacing a 5 speed manual. Ford wants the world to take notice of its plans for electric vehicles. Jan 31, 2020 and unlike many cars on the road today, its still available with a manual transmission.
For many years tremec, a worldclass transmission manufacturer based in mexico, supplied the transmission products for the mustang. Apr 16, 2020 diagnosed weak points in every t56 were the 10spline input shaft and the 27spline output shaft, this severely crippled the total amount of power that could be run through the otherwise incredible 6 speed manual gearbox. Vin 1zvbp8cf1b5141679, vehicle stock 21j355a, make ford, model mustang, trim gt, mileage 484, cylinders v8, engine disposition 5. Tsb to replace clutch fluid seems to have done the trick, but its warmer out too. This model is home to one truly iconic design paired with luxurious materials and standard driverassist technologies like ford copilot360 2. Fedup ford mustang owners file lawsuit over faulty six. In their place are a new six speed manual and six speed automatic. Take a look at this 2011 black ford mustang gt with charcoal black cloth seats, a clean carfax and only 75,891 miles.
Dec 02, 2020 all manual mustangs from 2011 2020 use the getrag mt82 transmission. Having trouble with your ford mustang transmission. The most important parts to upgrade on the 1114 mustang mt82 would be the clutch, flywheel, shifter and clutch line. The first time they replaced the clutch, and the second time they replaced the transmission fluid according to a tsb from ford. How to swap a sixspeed manual transmission into a fox mustang. How to change transmission fluid on a 1970 mustang 3 speed manual transmission 101 youtube. Manual transmission fluid check ford mustang forum.
Jun 09, 2020 fedup ford mustang owners file lawsuit over faulty six speed manual transmissions ford s been hearing about this for almost a decade. Lets have a look at each of the issues and what has been done to correct them. Does your ford mustang transmission miss the shift from 1st to 2nd or even 3rd to 4th. Complete manual transmissions for ford mustang ebay. Low mileage ford mustang used transmissions for sale. Detailed guide on how to change the transmission fluid on a 2011 mustang gt 6 speed manual. If you have a six speed mustang from 2011 or 2012, wed love to hear from you. And what better way than to build an allelectric mustang fastback with a sixspeed manual transmission.
Whichever ford model you own, the transmission is equipped with a speed sensor. Our 2011 mustang gt with 6 speed manual transmission has a terrible notchy shifter that ive complained about 2 times to my dealer. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale. Jul 28, 2020 the 2021 ford bronco is one notable addition to the list, though several models arent offering a manual transmission option after the 2020 model year. If youre wanting to hit the open road in an american built automobile, but dont want to spend of ton of money for the experience, consider purchasing a used ford mustang. Jun 11, 2020 ford is facing a classaction lawsuit over problems in its manual transmission mustang, filed in the u. Administration was investigating manual transmission equipped ford mustangs for. Information about 5speed transmission on a ford f150 1992 it still runs. Tsb for problems with cold shifting has been around for a while got it done before weather got too cold where i live, not sure if i truly had the problem or not but ford took care of it. Not only did ford give the mustang gt more power and torque along with a facelift, but they also revised the mt82s gearing, making the first three gears taller and giving it two overdrive gears. Jun 12, 2020 starting with the 2011 model year, the mustang switched to a getrag mt82 gearbox that replaced the tremec t5 gear box in v6powered mustangs and the tr3650 in the mustang gt. Now you get a bit of vitality for all the engine roar you have to live with. How to replace a ford transmission speed sensor it still runs.
Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. Those are the essentials to a longer lasting, better performing transmission with less chances of failure. A handful of 2011 and 20 ford mustang gt or boss 302 owners. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2011 ford mustang convertible 2d. Why ford chose a tremec manual transmission for the 2021 mach 1. Manual transmission problems of the 2011 ford mustang part 1. Ford replaced the popular tremec t5 and tr3650 used in previous years. In fact, ford mustang owners have filed a classaction lawsuit alleging that the 2011 2019 mustang and mustang gt models are equipped with a faulty six speed manual transmission system. Along with the facelift of the s550 mustang in 2018, came some improvements with the updated getrag mt82 6 speed manual transmission.
Those are the essentials to a longer lasting, better performing transmission with less chances of. After announcing the return of the mustang bullitt and teasing a new gt500 at the north american internatio. For what could possibly be cost reasons, ford ditched the beloved tremec t5 and tr3650 manuals in the base ford mustang and mustang gt for the getrag ford mt82 in the 2011 model year, and many owners have complained about problems ever since everything from third gear lockouts to broken shift forks. Apr 01, 2010 learn more about the 2011 ford mustang v6 article. We carry a wideranging catalog of used ford transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. Ford mustang manualtransmission woes california consumer. How to drive a sixspeed manual transmission it still runs. Though sixspeed gearboxes used to be a relatively rare thing, in recent years they have become more commonplace and are seen as frequently on volkswagens as they are on higherend cars like porsches and bmws. Mazda manufactured the m5odr2 fivespeed manual transmission for the 1992 ford f150 pickup truck. The mt82 6 speed transmission shifted hard in the winter months, during initial warm up, especially from 1st to 2nd gear. Ford 2011 mustang owners manual pdf download manualslib.
Faulty chinesebuilt transmissions plague new ford mustang. Ford switched manual transmission suppliers from tremec to getrag in 2011. If youre thinking of buying a classic ford mustang, it helps to understand how the car evolved o. That question was answered when the blue oval officially pulled the covers off the car this week, and we were pleasantly surprised to see the tremec tr3160 six speed manual transmission residing behind the mach 1s. Many who have driven it have experienced various issues and general complaints with its operation.
Too much is lost between the shifter and transmission. Ford mustang owners have filed a classaction suit alleging that the six speed manual transmission used in 2011 2019 mustang and mustang. Starting with the 2011 model year, the mustang switched to a getrag mt82 gearbox that replaced the tremec t5 gearbox in v6 powered. Mt82 transmission specs, problems, and fixes cj pony parts. Where the mt82 falls short is its ability to handle power and its external shifter. District court for the central district of california. So i tried looking for a video of any old mustang transmission fluid checkreplacement for a 3 speed transmission and i couldnt find one. It wasnt until 2011 when the six speed became a regular mustang feature in all enginetrim levels, inspiring us old timers to ask if you can install a six speed in a 7993 fox mustang.
The 20122016 dps6 powershift transmission was used in the 20122016 ford focus and 2011 2016 ford fiesta sedans. Ford just found the only way to make everyone hate manuals carbuzz. Mustang owners take ford to court over mt82 manual. After announcing the return of the mustang bullitt and teasing a new gt500 a. Nhtsa ends investigation into mustang manual transmission. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Its not just the mustang bullitt making a comeback. Ford jr3z7003a mustang gt gen 3 getrag mt82 6speed. So i made a quick video for anyone who wants to see. The m5odr2 was the heavyduty version of the m50dr1, which transmitted power for the compact ford ranger, but was virtually identical in d. Jun 18, 2020 what we didnt know, however, was which manual transmission ford would put in the reborn ford mustang special edition.
Getrag mt82 manual transmissions, found in 2011 and newer ford. Dec 21, 2011 back in august, torquenews reported that the national highway traffic safety administration had opened an investigation into 2011 ford mustang models powered by the 5. Check out our 2011 mustang v6 specs, 2011 mustang gt specs, and 2011 5. Driving is an experience that requires all of the senses to work together and gather information. Fits 2011 2014 mustang gt, v 6 and boss 302 with 6 speed manual transmission shorter shift throws than oem shifter blue anodized shifter handle and bracket includes white ford racing logo shifter ball. Check out the lokar firewall pushin dipstick for all mustangs with a case fill c4 automatic transmission. Ford published a tsb 118 which provided a lower viscosity fluid.
Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. The nhtsa closes investigation of 2011 ford mustang manual. What causes mustang gt manual transmission problems. Jun 11, 2020 ford mustang owners have filed a classaction suit alleging that the sixspeed manual transmission used in 20112019 mustang and mustang gt cars is faulty. Introducing the allelectric 2021 mustang mache suv. Ford mustang gt gen 3 getrag mt82 6 speed manual transmission 2011 2021. Ford racing shifter ball and adapter only fits cars originally equipped with leather shift knob. Lawsuit claims the mustang has problems with its sixspeed. Mar 25, 2021 this coating allowed for the replacement of traditional castiron cylinder liners. Ford built an electric mustang with a manual transmission. The getrag mt82 6speed has been around since 2011, but in 2018, ford released the mt82d4.
Dec 02, 2018 one of the most infamous issues with s197 mustangs is the mt82 6 speed manual transmission and its seemingly neverending list of problems. For more than 50 years, the ford mustang has been a hit with automobile enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the cars distinctive style. Mustang performance transmissions buy parts for ford. This transmission is the subject of a massive number of.
Ford also debuted two new transmissions, the mt82 6 speed manual and the 6r80 6 speed automatic. Nhtsa opens investigation into 6speed manual transmission. Accessories ford custom accessories for your vehicle a wide selection of ford custom accessories are available for your vehicle through your local ford or ford of canada dealer. The joy of driving is revitalized with the mustang mache select. Lawsuit claims the mustang has problems with its sixspeed stick.
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