Power Train Problems of Ford C-max

Ford C-max owners have reported 94 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (54 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission noise (15 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Ford C-max

The Power Train problem

The contact owns a 2014 Ford C-max hybrid. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a tune-up and to be diagnosed.   Read details...

The Transmission Noise problem

There is a grinding or rubbing sound emanating from the transmission while driving, at any speed (generally not while stationary but sometimes), and the check engine light turns on. The local Ford dealership (metro motors, st. Croix, u. S.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-max. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound emanating from the engine compartment, prompting her to discontinue driving the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Transmission bearing failure, as specified by recall TSB 14b07. Left stranded.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford C-max hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel and vehicle began to shake with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle hesitated to accelerate properly without warning.   Read details...




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