5580 mi	The known problem of stuttering in low gears. They drove the car and explained it is an inherent quality of the dry double clutch and it is not a problem by itself.Their answer was expected but at least now my complain is registered
8460 mi $150	This was the yearly maintenance. The gear stuttered more. They did something to the car computer. Now much better but still..
8680 mi	The stuttering at low speeds increased and got more noisy. This time they changed the clutch to a new improved one and now works fine again.
31000 mi	The recurrent problem with Focus : the clutch was stuttering at low speeds.They did an update of the car computer software and now its much better
34960 mi	A transmission malfunction message appeared and the car had severe problems changing gears. The drive computer malfunctioned and was replaced by a new one.
50840 mi	The chronic problem of transmission in this model. This time dealer was convinced a made full repair at his cost (warranty covered)

8000 mi	Factory recall on transmission/shifting performed because car showed some sluggishness when shifting.
16000 mi	Sluggish and "jumping" when in reverse sometimes.
16000 mi	Still hesitated when going into reverse.

50760 mi	Had the TSM module changed because the car would not shift into reverse gear. Recall.
61140 mi	Went to replace the clutch for the second time, all cost covered under warranty.

36500 mi US $3000

Transmission failed

81300 mi US $100

I was driving down the road and all of the sudden the car would not move. I had to have it towed. The repair shop said it was the TCM. I had to have it replaced and a new one re-calibrated.

28300 mi

tranny repair,calibrate computer,bearing,strut,wiper repair & loose-- a piece of coprolite ( petrified human dung ) never buy another one !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

45000 mi	Dealer couldn't figure problem. Reset computer and said to drive until new error code was generated.
46000 mi	Problem finally ascertained-transmission seal leaking in to clutch per TSB 14-0197 and Customer satisfaction program 14m01-vibration caused by clutch design flaw.NO PARTS IN STOCK. Told no parts for 6 MONTHS!!!.

30700 mi	Transmission slipping in and out of neutral. Feels like surging and can't get any amount of speed up. I was told the trans guy is booked for one month. It's one week now at the dealer and no action.
31000 mi	This is third trip in 3 months for same problem. Dealer has no clue what to do since no engine light or code. Loss of power, surging and transmission slips into neutral if pressed. Always on start up. Shut off car and goes away the next time.
33480 mi	Shudder in lower gears 1-2 & 2-3. A new trans. Control update for this problem released in April 13 The update done today. So far problem is gone Improved shifting

35300 mi

Recall notice for software. Vehicle message system indicated transmission failure

20000 mi US $324

The car bucked, hesitated, and stuttered when starting from a stop in traffic (zero to 10 mph). The free fix they did magically restored the car to a perfect dream, with smooth starts since then (April 2018 at present).

59600 mi

Replace front input shaft bearing due to loud whining noise that varied with speed and tranmission gear Car displayed that it had a tranmission problem and would not exceed 25 mph. Replaced transmission control module. Normally would not be under warranty since powertrain warranty has expired, but an extended warranty was applied by Ford Motor Company due to the number of issues that customers were having with the car.

27900 mi

Clutch and seals replaced under warranty.

1000 mi

DCT transmission failure. Leaky seals Transmission slipping, noise , vibration. Clutch Assy. replaced.

4000 mi

Customer satisfaction letter dated May 2012 offered reflashing of body control module, transmission module and ABS module to correct driveability concerns.

52300 mi

When transmission was rebuilt prior to my ownership dealer installation spring tabs were left on the clutch actuators. They were ground up inside clutch and affected shifting of the car. New clutch assembly & input shaft seals installed n/c.

49000 mi	Hard, jerky shifts. New clutch needed for dual clutch transmission. Currently on order
50200 mi	Hard Jerky shifts, transmission replaced

43500 mi

Failed computer

35000 mi

TSB 14-0197 transmission shudder

16000 mi

Transmission shifts into neutral while at highway speeds and in turns. Car bought back.

5000 mi	The trans. has been jerky and clunky since the beginning. Gave the car time to "learn" and then asked for help. They did the recommended computer updates and we are now in the same boat. "Learned" again, but not good.
11000 mi	Same horrible lurching or hesitation you never know. Still horrible shifting.The car has been in the shop for hesitation, grinding, rough shifts, and driving forward when in reverse. Ford says its performing to specs and can't duplicate the issue even though they keep updating software, etc. Same stuff. Horrible shifting experiences.
13000 mi	Same horrible transmission issues.
16000 mi	same issues, same non-repair. have been working with ford customer service with no resolution yet.
30000 mi	still clunked,lurched,and/or hesitated. Lemon law claim filed in March. Won case in arbitration in June.

This was a reprogramming Ford was doing of the transmission, antilock brakes and engine control module (I think). It improved transmission performance.

1300 mi

When the car was new, a soft pedal start was jerky. It was only smooth if I had a normal amount of pressure or floored it. They said the computer chip needed to learn my driving style. It did learn me perfectly in 6 weeks. Smooth now.

17980 mi

Transmission had to be re programed and works great now as well as the MYFORD had a upgrade

recall-car rolled down hill when foot was removed from brake. Tranmission was slow to react. they re programmed the computer in car.

56800 mi

Transmission shifts into neutral while driving on a flat road at moderate speed. Ford attempted power train computer reflash [failed] followed by replacing transmission control module [computer & actuators]

20099 mi

Rear main seal leaking where oil pan and main seal meet. Removed flywheel, AC compressor, oil pan, and rear main seal. Replaced rear main seal and resealed oil pan. Reinstalled other parts mentioned above.

42000 mi	The check engine light came on and the car went into "Limp Mode" and would not shift out of 2nd gear. It eventually started working after sitting a while and restarting. The dealer replaced the clutch actuator (thankfully under warranty).
43000 mi	The transmission stopped powering the vehicle in the middle of an intersection after stopping. It took multiple key cycles to get the vehicle to shift into gear. Transmission Control Module (TCM) was replaced.

45000 mi

At low speeds transmission lets the engine lug at low rpm before downshifting, causing noise and vibration. Dealership inspected transmission and revised settings (presumably software). Seems improved but only driven a few miles since.

9920 mi

Check engine light came on and brought to dealer because auto transmission was shifting rough. They had to do another reflash of the PCM with a newer update than the one they did in February.

30000 mi

leak replaced ALL clutches

85000 mi

It was a recall and I was experiencing the symptoms. Updated transmission software.

22000 mi

Transmission failure from stop into intersection vehicle automatically dropped into neutral (causing engine to rev, subsequently catching it thrusted forward and this repeated twice in about 30 seconds. Same problem as before; car "slipping" out of gear and then catching creating a deceleration followed by a lurch; repeated again 2 times all within 30 seconds.

39000 mi	Ford recommended free update to Transmission Control Module (TCM) programming.
53000 mi	Transmission control module failed, fully covered by extended warranty for this issue based on recall notice

6000 mi	Transmission System Software Update
8000 mi	Car was shuddering during acceleration at around 20 mph. Clutch assembly replaced.
19300 mi	Transmission Stutters during acceleration. Transmission software reset. Problem recurred shortly thereafter.
25000 mi	Replace clutch assembly for damage from leaking seals causing transmission to stutter during acceleration. Wheel disconnected from car @ CV Joint and axel rod.

101000 mi US $800

The car had shifting issues, so they had to replace some internal parts.

79600 mi US $650	Have a loud grinding/whirring noise coming from front end. Thought it was wheel bearings. Dealer said it was the carrier bearing. That was replaced along with the halfshaft and axle nut.
83000 mi	TCM failed (a known issue with an extended warranty) while driving, dealer replaced under warranty
142000 mi US $2200	Replaced TCM, shift forks, shift fork actuator, and clutch packs.

34100 mi

Dealer noticed earlier that car shuddered when accelerating forcefully. Said that the clutch was faulty. They replaced the clutch under warranty for free. Transmission behaviour improved massively with the new clutch.

56000 mi	Transmission clutch replaced per TSB
73000 mi	Replaced with new clutch due to shuttering

141000 mi

Transmission control module failed, was not shifting into certain gears. Turns out there was an extended warranty on this to 150,000 miles. $1000 part replaced for free

52700 mi	Car stuttered A Couple Times. Dealer Said The Software In The Engine Computer And Transmission Were Outdated. They Both Needed To Be Reprogrammed.
111000 mi US $200	Car would not start first time you turn the key. Requires a new range selector.
124300 mi	Start issue came back. Transmission control module was diagnosed as bad. Covered under extended warranty with $100 deductible. Since then ford extended the TCM to 10 years/150k. Refund for deductible has been issued.

88000 mi

Car stalled out, and wouldn't turn back on. Computer overrode transmission, it was part of a recall.

32240 mi

Dual clutch transmission, replaced both clutches. Shudder gone, but still shook when stopped in Drive. Traded car.

28000 mi	Car shudders between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd gear and also shudders in low gear at slow speed up a steep grade. Transmission was re-programmed. Car improved a lot but still has shuddering up hills at slow speed in 2nd.
63500 mi	Re-programmed TCM and then car failed to shift out of 2nd gear. Replaced Transmission Control Module under warranty.

30000 mi

Update system pron to latest software to improve drive-ability, again. Shifts MUCH better (off line and 1-2) but mileage down 1-2mpg.

2000 mi

automatic transmission failed to shift properly. "check engine" light on.

18060 mi	Jerky transmission. 3rd trip but to my reliable guy who test drove just after bad trip. No sign of jerky but he suggested every time I shut off the engine, the computer re-boots. More dealer trips planned.
21700 mi	In shop for 10 days of warranty work on transmission. A cracked seal leaked oil and the computer kept me in 1st gear to prevent damage. Now fixed but still shudders sometimes in reverse, and ascending hills at slow speeds e.g. approaching stop lights.
43400 mi	I'm not happy with the transmission. I think it slips at highway speeds (confirmed before it was rebuilt). Sometimes it hesitates when cresting a peak, mini-lurches when starting, or mini-surges at parking lot speeds.
67580 mi	Continued rough shifting on acceleration. Sure wish I had my stick shift back. Will take in for repairs when I swap snow tires.
67580 mi	Transmission never fixed. Also continued problems with SYNC.

22000 mi

The Focus 'automatic stickshift' was shifting improperly for and, after several trips back to the dealer where I was told, "Unable to duplicate problem," I threatened to call Ford. Problem detected and still waiting for backordered parts. Ford called me and offered a rental car at no charge to re-repair the transmission stumbling on acceleration from a stop. The repair was effective as the dealer was instructed to replace the clutch-packs which had been malfunctioning.

95000 mi

clutches were again a problem and they were replaced and reprogrammed. This is the 5th or 6th repair.

47800 mi	Transmission felt like a solenoid was going. Required an update and reflash of the tranny module.
61700 mi	Control module
66000 mi	Transmission issue remains

62000 mi	Clutch felt like it was slipping at low speeds and light acceleration. The transmission was pulled and examined and no hardware issues found. New software was flashed. Minor improvement noticed.
63000 mi	Check engine light came on and car lost power to the wheels while on the highway. Was towed to dealer. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) was replaced. The new transmission control was a lemon and failed within 100 miles. Was towed back to dealer and it was replaced again.

42000 mi

Software update to address transmission shudder and grinding. Problem appears to be better, but is still there somewhat.

30000 mi

Check engine light came on, problem determined to be because of transmission, dealer reprogrammed transmission software.

19100 mi US $35

PCM software update to cure harsh shifts

33440 mi	Dual clutches replaced under warranty. Ford extended warranty to lifetime because of unresolved design defect with leaking seals
40300 mi	Transmission control module died. New TCM installed under warranty. Dealer first tried reprogramming TCM but this made the problem even worse

77600 mi	DCT clutch plates repaired under warranty for second time.
84000 mi	New TCM required. Part backordered

32000 mi

poor shifting. significant jerking while traveling up large hills at low speed. Dealer performed tsb and reset cpu that controls shifts.

24200 mi

Transmission Control Module had a short circuit, bad wiring - required replacement. Part # AE8Z7Z369F

6000 mi	rough shifting hesitation
13300 mi	Replaced clutches in transmission and re flashed transmission software

59000 mi	Clutch was completely replaced as per technical service bulletin.
72000 mi US $100	Seals were replaced on transmission as they had failed. 70k maintenance work done as well.
75000 mi US $25	TCM was replaced again; this marking the third time.

58000 mi

Transmission shudder on acceleration. Clutches replaced under warranty

26000 mi	Transmission kicks and shifting hard from 1st to 2nd under normal acceleration. After tests, diagnosed faulty clutch. Replaced clutch assembly and seals. Learned from online forums that problem plagues clutches on many new Focus and Fiesta.
55000 mi	Transmission slips on acceleration when hot, does not engage in to 2nd gear correctly. "Check parking aid" warning light came on also. Replaced Transmission control module and both problems were solved.
67000 mi	Fluttering noise when going from 2nd to 3rd. Performed diagnostic that showed issue. Ford knows the clutch is the issue and was making a new one. Took 4 months to get new clutch in. Car was drivable but issue worsened over time.

64000 mi

Experienced transmission shuttering and overheating. Dealer replaced transmission control module covered by an extended warranty that Ford introduced due to high rates of dual-clutch transmission issues.

125000 mi US $2000

Replaced dual clutch assembly, shiftforks, seals and bearing

19000 mi	PCM, Trans control, and ABS updated to latest program pursuant to a customer satisfaction campaign.
24000 mi	REMOVED TRANS, FOUND INPUT SHAFT BEARING IN CASE BAD, REPLACED BEARING, SEAL AND ALL SNAP RINGS, REASSEM TRANS, REASSEM TRANS, RESET CLUTCH, INSTALLED CLUTCH ASY, REINSTALLING TRANS UNABLE TO SHIFT REV TO 1ST, REMOVED CLUTCH AND FOUND NOT RELEASING, REPLA
49000 mi	Transmission was leaking at bell housing. Seals replaced and new software flashed.
53000 mi	Another attempt to repair the transmission.

18000 mi	Rough shifts. TCM/PCM update
54300 mi	Rough shifting

8000 mi	Vehicle shudder on tip in when accelerating from a stop. Removed transmission, replaced clutch assy. Car lags/bogs/hesitates on tip-in from stop or on downshift when passing. Very dangerous when turning from suicide lane. Dealership stated: Caused by-NORMAL, No problem Found. Issue not present after transmission was repaired.
37000 mi	First stage clutch replaced again (see repairs when car was new) for delay and shuddering. Dealer said it was a known problem-stated there were multiple supersessions of that clutch.
59900 mi	Transmission exhibits severe hesitation on tip in. Shifts are harsh and erratic between 1,2 and 3. Dealer stated Ford acknowledges problem. Extended the warranty. Dealer r2 fluid, reflashed module and said Warranty ppwk is in the mail.
63000 mi	Sold vehicle. Ford changed 3 first stage clutches, loaded a TSB and it still exhibited the same characteristics. Symptoms would improve with new tranny fluid (2qts) for a period of time. 2012 Focus loaner did the same thing.

23000 mi

Car stuttering from stop; software re flashed for DCT.

21000 mi	Replace clutch pack assembly, seals, other transmission parts per TSB 11-12-13 due to bad seal leaking oil and causing slippage.
26000 mi	Transmission grinding between gears. Reproduced concern on test drive with tech, but Ford will not replace transmission again.

7000 mi

Recall to replace update transmission computer module for much improved shifting

55000 mi

Warranty item - acceleration was jerky at low speeds. Transmission computer firmware was updated. Drives like it's brand new now. :)

17980 mi

Firmware update for jerky automatics transmission

79200 mi

Recall for reflash of the transmission. Seemed to improve it.

60000 mi	Automatic transmission clutch - parts ordered
84000 mi US $800	Replace clutch pack

1860 mi

Typical problem with the new automated manual transmission: lurching, poor idle. Controlling computer was reprogrammed and the problems were reduced. There was a TSB, that the dealer reluctantly admitted to when pressed.

9000 mi

Computer adjusted for shifting problem, car balked and stuttered on low gear shift, especially stop and go traffic

35000 mi	Replacement of DCT transmission to correct hesitation, grinding and shifting problems.
61000 mi	Transmission shudders while accelerating. Dealer said it is both a TCM module reprogramming and clutch replacement issue. Dealer reflashed TCM but needed to order replacement clutch parts which are nationally back ordered for 2-3 months.
64400 mi	Had to wait four months for new clutch parts to arrive. Part of a TSB and covered under the original factory warranty.

75700 mi	shuddering. ordered replacement clutch.
97000 mi	Install third clutch, flash TCM
97000 mi	California lemon repurchased by ford for transmission clutches.

41700 mi

Replaced the clutch (a recommended TSB) and reprogrammed transmission. The clutch had a mild shuddering issue previously. Recommended by ford - good to do this in warranty!

32000 mi

There was shuddering upon taking off from a stop,and/or while making a turn from a stop. The clutch was replaced along with a newer updated seal. Along with an update on the transmission software.

18600 mi	Tsb for transmission
24700 mi	Replaced clutches

40000 mi	The vehicle was shuddering and hesitating at the top of 2nd gear.
64000 mi	Transmission shudders when shifting, especially at low speeds. The dealer replaced the clutch packs an reprogrammed the transmission.
75800 mi	The car had no power in reverse and wouldn't shift out of first gear. Transmission error message on dashboard. Transmission Control Module and clutch packs were replaced.
97000 mi	The clutch packs went bad again. The dealer replaced the clutch packs under warranty. Also reprogrammed the PCM/TCM

21000 mi	Grinding noise from 1st to 2nd. Worse when turning left. Applied TSB 13-9-4. Seems OK now
64684 mi	Clutch replaced for free under extended transmission warranty

	Bought new on 8/27 with 7 miles on car. 8/28 car jerking upon acceleration after stop. Little power on inclines. 8/29 took in for service. Only 187 miles on car. 8/30 throttle body replaced. Was told car was fixed and that I could pick up.
14000 mi	Shudder in front end returned and getting worse. Perform TSB 13-4-5. Reprogram PCM and TCM Car still shuddering, but not as bad. Shuddering worse when A/C is running. Perform 13-4-5 Replace trans clutch.
28600 mi	Car bucking and jerking when accelerating. Worse when driving on incline, shudder when shifting. Tech found TSB 140047 Reprogram PCM TCM (AGAIN!) Tech says within specs. July, 2014 shudder still present. Dealer- maybe replace clutch (AGAIN!)
34000 mi	Returned car to dealer for ongoing shuddering on 8/11/2014. Told clutch needs to be replaced again. As of 8/16- still at dealer. Opened a case with Ford 6/2014 for Buyback/Replacement. Ford offered X plan and poor trade-in value instead.
22000 mi	I'm hoping someone can offer some insight... I've had ongoing issues with the transmission and clutch since purchasing new. The clutch has been replaced twice and the transmission has been reprogrammed 4 or 5 times now (within 35, 000)
66400 mi	Third internal clutch replacement. Also another transmission reprogram (at least 2 reprograms per year for front end shudder)

43000 mi

2nd gear was slipping severely when warm

20000 mi

Shudder when starting from a stop.

38800 mi

Car acted like it was in nuetral. Transmission Control Module replaced.

5000 mi

Transmission software update.

23000 mi	Addressed dual clutch transmission issues or stuttering/hesitating during 1st/2nd gear shifts. Slight leaking led to more robust review of trans.
19000 mi US $45	Stutter/shimmy when accelerating between 1st/2nd and 2nd/3rd gears.
23000 mi	vehicle shuddered when shifting between 2nd and 3rd¦ hunted for the right gear, revved excessively before shifting

13700 mi	There was a slow studder shift issue reported on websites and I requested and received the ECU firmware upgrade to reduce this problem.
74000 mi	Car stumbled and died in the drive thru line at Starbucks on the way to church on Sunday morning. WOULD NOT restart. Used the key in the slot and it still wouldn't start. Kept saying "Parking Assist needs Service". Very funny, i DON'T
78000 mi	Returned to dealer AGAIN for transmission slipping issues while in Drive. NUMEROUS problems with this car. Dealer checked and then re-programmed the Transmission shift unit. Car likely to get new Transmission in next 6 months Said Dealer

27000 mi

shifting issue, under warranty, only required a re-flash. ps: car is delivering an honest 38+ MPG on the road, drops to about 34 in town. 6sp AT

9000 mi	Loaded updated computer data for transmission & ABS system. Loaded new data for trans/ABS
14200 mi	Clutch problem. It was replaced, problem is cured.

	Clutch was shuddering (again!). The clutch had to be cleaned because a leak had developed. Then the oil leak had to be repaired. Ford cannot fix the transmission shuddering problem via programming or replacement parts. The flawed design causes premature wear and tear in the clutch assembly. This car will have to be repaired every year or two until it dies!
47000 mi	Clutch assembly and bearings had to be replaced again to stop shuddering during gear changes.
50700 mi	Had to yet again reprogram the transmission.
73000 mi	Transmission has to replaced yet again for the shuddering problem and bad shifting between gears.
79000 mi	Car lurches on start and then wants to stall out. The service technician essentially said that's how the transmission works and essentially said nothing was wrong despite so many recalls and repairs done previously that never really fixed the problem.
83000 mi US $160	Transmission is jerky and shudders upon acceleration when changing gears. The repair technician just said the transmission operates as designed. In essence, Ford's new corporate strategy is to deny the long standing problem doesn't exist even though there are numerous class action lawsuits regarding their transmissions and this is a very well known problem.
88000 mi US $59	Transmission again shudders badly when shifting gears. Dealership said nothing was wrong even though I can reliably replicate the problem just driving the car off the lot and they tried to levy a service charge of $59.00 on me to discourage me from bringing the car back for what is a well known and documented problem. A week later, my service charge was refunded when I ran the issue up the flagpole.
90000 mi US $109	Also, took the transmission in for repair since it is shuddering again between gear shifts, but Ford's policy is simply to refuse to repair the issues regardless of recall our factory extended warranty which I purchased.

67700 mi

TSB recall for transmission control module. Smoothed out the shifting.

48800 mi US $45	Transmission shuddering, lurching, bucking, and loss of power issues.
43000 mi	New clutches and seals installed. TCM reflashed with latest revision.
59500 mi	New clutches and seals for the transmission.

87000 mi

Dual clutch transmission exhibiting known problems or clutch slipping and grinding noise between 1st and 2nd gear shift. Ford Dealer updated the PCM and advised that shudder experienced by clutch slip was normal.

49000 mi	Transmission shifted rough and jerked at low speeds.
51000 mi	Car jerked and halted. Shop could not duplicate, computer said everything within params.
77000 mi US $180	Diagnosed as bad TCM. Replacement TCM are on back order.

30200 mi	I had a small shudder and slipping from the clutches. There is a TSB for this which is a trans leak, then clutches would get oil soaked. All they had to do was to remove and clean the clutches and replace the seals. Works much better now.
37000 mi US $45	Once in a while it would briefly flashing hill start assist on start up, dealer put it on the scanner, did not find anything, also hasn't done it since that time.
38000 mi	Clutches were shuddering and slipping a little, dealer reprogrammed it, but it still needs new clutches and seals, which are on a national back order right now.
38300 mi	Parts finally came in, after about a months wait. The dealer replaced clutches, seals, throw out bearing and reprogramming.
40000 mi	Flashing hill start assist on start up, took it to the dealer diagnosed as a faulty tcm which was replaced under it's extended warranty.
45000 mi	Slipping and shuddering, replaced clutch packs and seals with reprogramming. Also had the battery replaced.

45000 mi US $450

Transmission would not easily shift into 1,3,or 5th gear.

62000 mi

Shift motor and programming, rear main seal

14880 mi

hole in boot of cv rod