More transmission shudder news
10-23-2018, 08:20 PM
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More transmission shudder news
Took my 17 GS in yesterday. Dealer was going to do the flush and replace the torque converter. GM e-mailed them this am and said they wouldn't pay for the torque converter, only the flush. GM stated they are working on a "permanent " solution which would be available after the first of the year. Wow, they have known about the problem for a significant amount of time so now they are working on a permanent fix. Gobbledygook in my opinion. Buy an 80,000 dollar car and then refuse to really try to fix it and tell me to wait until after the first of the year. That could be anytime in 2019. And btw, after the flush and new filter I think the problem feels worse especially at certain speeds. Dealer service people seem to be frustrated as well and not happy at GMs process.
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10-23-2018, 08:29 PM
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My dealer stated that GM has revised he TSB and they are no longer doing the full triple flush and no way the TC is getting replaced. So you've confirmed what I was told.
For the revised TSB there was no filter replacement either. On my service ticked it states "cleaned filter" vs "replaced"... other than that the service ticket looked the same as the others I've seen posted here.
For the revised TSB there was no filter replacement either. On my service ticked it states "cleaned filter" vs "replaced"... other than that the service ticket looked the same as the others I've seen posted here.
10-23-2018, 08:29 PM
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It will be interesting to see what GM’s permanent fix will be.
10-23-2018, 08:31 PM
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10-23-2018, 08:50 PM
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Clearly the bean counters have taken charge. My triple flush and new filter job probably cost GM close to $500 in warranty charges. They are pinching pennies. The 2015 cars will soon be out of drive train warranty, then the owner is screwed. I call BS!
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10-23-2018, 08:52 PM
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The fact that GM has finally gotten to the point of having a permanent fix for the A8 issues in the near future is good news IMO.
"Better late than never" certainly applies here.
"Better late than never" certainly applies here.
10-23-2018, 09:02 PM
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We'll see. I'm not optimistic. There are so many vehicles, including trucks, that have the A8 tranny. GM is looking at a HUGE potential cost to resolve all the issues related to the A8 and the drive train.
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10-23-2018, 09:09 PM
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Melting Slicks
You should make sure your car has the latest software update.
If not, have them re-flash the system.
A lot of issues go away. Well mine did. 2015 Stingray.
Good Luck.
The flush and new filter has been good for mine in the lat 20K miles. I am going to replace the ATF and filter at 60K. About 1K more miles.
If not, have them re-flash the system.
A lot of issues go away. Well mine did. 2015 Stingray.
Good Luck.
The flush and new filter has been good for mine in the lat 20K miles. I am going to replace the ATF and filter at 60K. About 1K more miles.
10-23-2018, 09:11 PM
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Maybe next year they will replace all our A8's with the new DCT.
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10-23-2018, 09:22 PM
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[QUOTE=HooosierDaddy;1598212285]My dealer stated that GM has revised he TSB and they are no longer doing the full triple flush and no way the TC is getting replaced. So you've confirmed what I was told.
For the revised TSB there was no filter replacement either. On my service ticked it states "cleaned filter" vs "replaced"... other than that the service ticket looked the same as the others I've seen posted here.[/QUOTE) Yep just yesterday My 2017 A8 z06 which really had no issues. I called and requested the service under the TSB My A8 was flushed and filled with the NEW Mobil 1 LV!
For the revised TSB there was no filter replacement either. On my service ticked it states "cleaned filter" vs "replaced"... other than that the service ticket looked the same as the others I've seen posted here.[/QUOTE) Yep just yesterday My 2017 A8 z06 which really had no issues. I called and requested the service under the TSB My A8 was flushed and filled with the NEW Mobil 1 LV!
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10-24-2018, 06:57 AM
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This makes me wonder, maybe GM might install new software like the European and the manual version to keep the engine in V8 mode and software to stop the constant modulating of the converter. Since the Govt. is easing up on auto standards, fuel and emissions, this could be the cure.
10-24-2018, 09:41 AM
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Please keep everyone posted on this. If they refuse to fix cars cause they are past warranty yet they knew their was an issue when the car was taken in during warranty, that's a huge issue for you A8 guys.
It would be a huge slap in the face to make you guys pay for the fix later.
It would be a huge slap in the face to make you guys pay for the fix later.
10-24-2018, 10:47 AM
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I would love to see a class action law suit. I have to wonder what the permanent fix could be, not holding my breath. I use the Range device and no issues as of yet, just over 6K, 17 GS.
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10-24-2018, 11:05 AM
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I firmly believe that there will be a software change to correct the TC issues.
This would be the cheapest way for GM and the best for all A8 owners.
Problem solved.
This would be the cheapest way for GM and the best for all A8 owners.
Problem solved.
10-24-2018, 11:16 AM
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