Is there a recall on the 2011 Tucson?
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured July 22, 2010, to October 31, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
How can you tell if your transmission is leaking?
All of the magic happens in the fluid. Most cars come with red transmission fluid, good to know if you are looking for a leak. Filter: All of that fluid has to be clean for your car to shift gears at the right time. To keep things fresh, your transmission has a filter to catch any gunk.
When do recalls and TSBs need to be issued?
While recalls are typically issued in times when safety is compromised, TSBs typically cover parts that should be replaced or fixes that should be completed to avoid premature failure or problems down the road. Keep reading, as we’ll cover the recalls and TSBs that relate to the Mini Cooper.
What causes transmission fluid to leak into the radiator?
This will either be your cable screwing into the transmission housing or an electronic sensor bolted to the housing. The radiator. If your car has a transmission cooler, it’s possible that a leak will cause transmission fluid to leak into the radiator fluid. They don’t mix well, so you’ll see it floating around in there.
When do you know you have a transmission leak?
If you notice some read fluid leaking from your vehicle, it’s a sure sign that you have a transmission fluid leak. You should address transmission fluid leaks quickly to protect it and prevent even more costly repairs at best, or transmission replacement at worst.
Are there any recalls for Nissan transmission failures?
Nissan had not been and is not conducting any preventative inspections of these vehicles to prevent transmission failure.
What causes a leak in the transmission pan?
The transmission pan is fairly easy to spot when you look at the bottom of your vehicle. Pan gaskets are designed to seal the pan so that it does not leak. If they do not have a perfect dry seal, transmission fluid can leak from this area. This can happen due to normal wear and tear.
How much does it cost to repair a transmission leak?
How Much do Transmission Leaks Cost to Repair? The cost to fix a transmission fluid leak in a vehicle can be as little as $150 to replace a seal and around $1,000 to for a new torque converter.