Odd, Soft Rattle Noise at Low Speed/RPM When Downshifting at Low Gear

[69cuda340s]

Wont they issue a recall/fix via mail once their analysis is done?

Usually a TSB which describes the issue and how it can be solved. The TSB help dealers diagnose make the repairs for a known issue.

Sponsored

 

[Beav1]

Wont they issue a recall/fix via mail once their analysis is done?

Once they determine the problem they will issue a TSB or if they can identify specific vehicles affected notify owners through a "customer satisfaction program"

 

[69cuda340s]

Lets hope it does not turn out like the ticking 5.0 mustang engines where Ford releases memos and says noises are normal and cause no harm. The '18 and up 5.0 mustangs also had the "2k rattle" where cruising around 2,000 rpms engine would rattle. I think that one was thought to be a valve in intake manifold and not sure if any fix was ever found.

 

[Beav1]

Lets hope it does not turn out like the ticking 5.0 mustang engines where Ford releases memos and says noises are normal and cause no harm. The '18 and up 5.0 mustangs also had the "2k rattle" where cruising around 2,000 rpms engine would rattle. I think that one was thought to be a valve in intake manifold and not sure if any fix was ever found.

Or the infamous PowerShift 6 speed DCT (DPS6). Have one in my 2014 Focus. That's the third model year so many of the bugs were worked out by then. I got a revised clutch and extended warranty but otherwise has been fine. But - yeah - Ford tried convince customers for a long time the shift characteristics were "normal". The courts thought otherwise.

The transmission in BS has been out for a year in the Escape and I haven't found any major issues in my research on it. Hopefully just a relative few BSs have an issue - just a blip on the radar and not a design defect

 

[run5498]

Or the infamous PowerShift 6 speed DCT (DPS6). Have one in my 2014 Focus. That's the third model year so many of the bugs were worked out by then. I got a revised clutch and extended warranty but otherwise has been fine. But - yeah - Ford tried convince customers for a long time the shift characteristics were "normal". The courts thought otherwise.

The transmission in BS has been out for a year in the Escape and I haven't found any major issues in my research on it. Hopefully just a relative few BSs have an issue - just a blip on the radar and not a design defect

How goes it w/your BB? My service dept. now says the new transmission is on backorder--there is no ETA as to when they'll receive and they were saying it will likely be another month.

 

[Beav1]

How goes it w/your BB? My service dept. now says the new transmission is on backorder--there is no ETA as to when they'll receive and they were saying it will likely be another month.

The transmission for mine is in they are just waiting on a part to complete the install. The part was supposed to come in yesterday. I don't know what part specifically - not allowed to reuse the old part in question? Revised part? I'll take that is a good sign that they are doing it by the book. My case got some kind of expediated review and approval from Ford. Not sure if that is or is not related to them "finding" a transmission. I checked the Ford parts website and it does indicate the transmission is on backorder. Maybe I got the last one? Who knows - maybe they were able to locate one in stock at another dealer somewhere?

 

[PetariJ]

Called my dealer. They said that a cable for the ebrake release did not fit its sleeve properly and was vibrating. They used a stethoscope basically to find it.

The part that hasn't arrived yet is called as written in their computer as "cable assembly selector lever control". Hopefully this helps.

 

[jhutcheson28]

I'm having the same issue. A grinding noise that sounds like a shovel dragging the ground when slowing down from around 30 mph. Took it to dealer today and service manager said something isn't right.
He did say they checked everything and it's safe to drive.

They're opening a case with Ford so I'll be brining it back in a few days so they can gut it.

 

[Areaman]

Sadly also hearing this noise now on my BL. Started noticing it at 800 miles in. Always at low speeds and especially when turning or cornering. The shovel dragging on a hard surface is exactly what it sounds like.

 

[Beav1]

If it sounds like this it’s very likely your transmission. I just had mine replaced under warranty. Thanks to BSideBootLeg over on the ‘On this episode of is this noise normal thread” who captured the exact noise I was hearing perfectly. Dealer might try and tell you it’s the shift cable. It’s not.

 

[ZeroCool]

Believe this same issue is on another thread and thought to post here as well. I took my BB to Ford to have it looked at and they confirmed there is something wrong. They told me they need more time with the vehicle to figure out exactly what is the problem--but said they suspect it's something to do with the transmission oil cooler. So, for all those that are experiencing engine rattles, I'd advise to bring back your BS to Ford as soon as you can because there is a legit problem--

???? ridiculous to have to do this with a new car.

 

[ZeroCool]

Sounds like this?

That’s exactly what I’m getting any ideas/info on that?

 

[ZeroCool]

If it sounds like this it’s very likely your transmission. I just had mine replaced under warranty. Thanks to BSideBootLeg over on the ‘On this episode of is this noise normal thread” who captured the exact noise I was hearing perfectly. Dealer might try and tell you it’s the shift cable. It’s not.

Getting that sound, hopefully dealer will make it right. I mean I can’t force them to replace transmission.

 

[ZeroCool]

If it sounds like this it’s very likely your transmission. I just had mine replaced under warranty. Thanks to BSideBootLeg over on the ‘On this episode of is this noise normal thread” who captured the exact noise I was hearing perfectly. Dealer might try and tell you it’s the shift cable. It’s not.

dealer can’t get me in for a couple weeks. Should I even drive it? What do you think?

 

[Beav1]

dealer can’t get me in for a couple weeks. Should I even drive it? What do you think?

We put about 1400 miles on before bringing it in. Probably okay to drive around locally. Maybe avoid long road trips.

Sponsored