Ranking of three domestic gearboxes with high failure rate: abnormal sound, stumbling and shifting logic problems
In the domestic automobile market, with the continuous progress of technology and the diversification of consumer demand, as one of the core components of the automobile, the performance and reliability of the gearbox are directly related to the driving experience and the overall quality of the vehicle. However, although domestic gearboxes have made remarkable progress in recent years, there are still some products that have attracted much attention because of their high failure rate. This paper will analyze and rank the three domestic gearboxes with high failure rate in detail: universal 6-speed automatic transmission 6T30(MH9), Peugeot Citroen 4-speed automatic transmission AT8 and BYD 6-speed wet powershift 6DT35.
1. Basic overview
As an important gearbox product of GM, the general 6-speed automatic transmission 6T30(MH9) is widely used in old Cruze, Yinglang and other models. This gearbox was once favored by the market for its multi-gear design and relatively smooth shifting experience. However, with the passage of time, the problem of high failure rate is gradually exposed.
2. The main fault performance
- Computer board failureThe control module (computer board) of 6T30 gearbox is one of its core components, which is responsible for receiving and processing signals from sensors and actuators to control the shift logic of gearbox. However, according to the owner’s report, the computer board is prone to failure during use, which leads to abnormal operation of the gearbox, such as sudden shift, inability to upshift or downshift.
- The sense of frustration is obviousIn addition to the computer board failure, the frustration of 6T30 gearbox during gear shifting is also a common problem reflected by car owners. This sense of frustration not only affects the driving comfort, but also may cause additional wear and tear to the mechanical parts inside the gearbox.
- Abnormal sound problemSome car owners also report that they will hear abnormal noise from the gearbox during driving, which is usually related to the wear of gears or bearings inside the gearbox. Abnormal noise not only affects the driving experience, but also may be a precursor to gearbox failure.
3. Solutions and improvements
In view of the above problems, GM has upgraded and improved the 6T30 gearbox several times. For example, optimize the control algorithm of computer board to improve its stability and reliability; Improve the lubrication system and seals inside the gearbox to reduce wear and abnormal noise; And strengthen the quality control and testing in the production process. However, due to the large number of old models and the high upgrade cost, some vehicles may still use the original gearbox.
1. Basic overview
Peugeot Citroen 4-speed automatic transmission AT8 is an old gearbox product, which is mainly used in old models such as 308, 408, C5 and Sega. This gearbox adopts fuzzy control theory to realize the automatic shift function under different slopes and load, but it has exposed a high failure rate in actual use.
2. The main fault performance
- Unable to shift gearsThe problem that AT8 gearbox can’t shift gears is one of the biggest headaches for car owners. According to reports, this fault usually occurs when the vehicle suddenly fails to shift gears during driving, resulting in the vehicle not being able to run normally.
- Fault lightWhen the gearbox fails, the fault light on the instrument panel will light up to remind the driver. However, for AT8 gearbox, the lighting of the fault light often means that a serious fault has occurred.
- Shift logic confusionIn addition to being unable to shift gears, the shifting logic of AT8 gearbox is often criticized by car owners. Some car owners report that the shifting timing and logic of the gearbox are not accurate and reasonable enough during driving, which greatly reduces the driving experience.
3. Solutions and alternatives
Because the failure rate of AT8 gearbox is high and difficult to repair, many car owners choose to replace the gearbox or upgrade the model to solve the problem. At the same time, with the continuous progress of automobile technology and the upgrading of consumer demand, more and more models are equipped with more advanced and reliable gearbox products.
1. Basic overview
BYD 6-speed wet powershift 6DT35 is a gearbox product independently developed by BYD Auto, which is mainly used in BYD Tang New Energy and other vehicles. This gearbox adopts a wet dual clutch structure to improve the smoothness and durability of shifting. However, its failure rate is relatively high in actual use.
2. The main fault performance
- Abnormal sound and frustrationAccording to the owner’s report, the 6DT35 gearbox often has abnormal sound and frustration during starting and accelerating. This kind of fault not only affects the driving comfort, but also may cause damage to the mechanical parts inside the gearbox.
- Oil leakage problemOil leakage is another common problem of 6DT35 gearbox. The oil leakage caused by the quality problem or improper installation of the internal seal of the gearbox not only wastes resources, but also may affect the performance and safety of the vehicle.
- Shift logic problemSome car owners also report that the shifting logic of 6DT35 gearbox is not accurate and reasonable enough, which leads to untimely shifting or excessive shifting impact during driving.
3. Solutions and suggestions for improvement
In view of the above problems, BYD has taken a series of measures to improve and upgrade. For example, optimize the internal structure design of gearbox to improve its durability and reliability; Strengthen the quality control and testing in the production process to ensure the stability of product quality; And strengthen the construction of after-sales service system to improve customer satisfaction. However, due to the limitation of technical level and production cost, some problems may still be difficult to be completely solved.
To sum up, the universal 6-speed automatic transmission 6T30(MH9), Peugeot Citroen 4-speed automatic transmission AT8 and BYD 6-speed wet powershift 6DT35 are three products with high failure rate in domestic gearboxes. There are many problems in performance, durability and reliability of these gearboxes, which have brought many troubles to consumers. However, with the continuous progress of automobile technology and the intensification of market competition, it is believed that the overall quality of domestic gearboxes will be continuously improved in the future to provide consumers with a better and more reliable driving experience. At the same time, consumers should pay enough attention to the performance and quality of gearbox when buying cars to avoid unnecessary troubles and losses caused by gearbox failure.