A vital part of this small car's performance is the 2013 Ford Focus Transmission, which is made to improve driving smoothness and fuel economy. The car's main feature is the PowerShift Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), which combines the ease of use of an automatic with the effectiveness of a manual. Despite being novel, this system has encountered difficulties such as gearbox control module failures, premature clutch wear, rough shifting, and hesitation. Numerous drivers have complained of problems like jerky acceleration and delayed gear engagement, which frequently call for replacements or repairs.
