What Ford Focus models reportedly have transmission problems? a. In relation to the faulty DPS6 Powershift dual-clutch automatic transmission, 2012-'16 Focus sedans and hatchbacks were affected. The 2012 Ford Focus has 21 NHTSA complaints for the power train:automatic transmission at 25,786 miles average. (Page 1 of 2) CarComplaints.com : Car complaints, car problems and defect information To check the fluid level, follow these steps: Park your C-Max on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Start the engine and allow it to reach operating temperature. Shift the transmission through all the gears, then back to Park or Neutral. Locate the transmission dipstick – it might be hiding near the firewall. Transmission Failure problems of the 2013 Ford C-max. Three problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 2013 Ford C-max. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Ford C-max based on all problems reported for the 2013 C-max. My reliable 2004 Mondeo Estate Auto gearbox has done 190,000 miles and never had an oil change or problems and I tow a 1.5 ton boat. This type of gearbox has a fluid coupling ( torque converter) which is a genuine auto with no clutch to wear out. Later Fords and many other car makers use a POWERS 2006 Ford Focus transmission problems with 13 complaints from Focus owners. The worst complaints are jerking into gear, difficulty shifting, pops out of gear, car bucks, and transmission died. I just bought a 2012 model S max with a 2.0 l DURATEC Petrol Engine and Auto box 5 days ago. The car has 89000 kms . Ran fine for the 1st 200lms and passed its MOT last week. . 2005 Ford Mustang transmission problems with 36 complaints from Mustang owners. Ford Recalls F-150 Trucks With Trailer Tow Max Duty Packages recalls Automatic Transmission: Lever And Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the apron joints, repairing the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S03. If your C-Max’s timing chain or belt has fallen off completely, broken, or has jumped a few teeth, it is entirely possible that the engine won’t even start. You might hear it slapping around (broken timing belt or chain) as the engine cranks over. If this is the case, the damage is already done. 2. Slapping Noise. hxGL.