Hello,
I purchased my first Toyota in 2020 a 2017 Toyota 2.5 4 cylinder 6speed with around 117,000 miles. I when the transmission shift between 30-50 mph there is a terrible shudder, its intermitted, happens more when the car isn't fully warmed up but still happens when is warmed up but not as bad and often. The car has now 145,000 miles now, should I be worried about the longevity of the car? From what I understand this was noted as being of the most bulletproof cars made, but the noises it makes doesn't give me that impression at all. is there anything i can do to fix it that isn't expensive.
Certain year Camrys had defective torque converters that would cause shuddering, but those were mainly 2012-2014 models.
Do you know if the transmission has been properly serviced over the 145K miles the car has covered? It should have had at least two fluid and filter changes by now. No car is "bulletproof" if not maintained.
Thats the saddest thing is that the Carfax is perfect Always maintained at the dealer. My Toyota dealer says that they dont even change transmission fuilds. That all newer Toyotas have "sealed systems". I assume they told that to the previous owner and thats why we are here.
is there anything i can do to fix it that isn't expensive.
Your best bet would be changing the transmission fluid and filter if the conditions of the ATF allows. Check the FAQ section of this forum for more information.
I was thinking about that but with the milage I am afraid I Am going to stir up crap and make it worst. I don't think I will buy another Toyota again.
The 6 speed toyota automatic transmission is one of the most reliable ones in the Toyota/Lexus line ups. The reason you have issues is because it has not been serviced and who knows how was it driven during it's lifetime. With that being said, if you decided to change the oil and filter, stick to Toyota OEM parts.
Thats the saddest thing is that the Carfax is perfect Always maintained at the dealer. My Toyota dealer says that they dont even change transmission fuilds. That all newer Toyotas have "sealed systems". I assume they told that to the previous owner and thats why we are here.
You can't trust Carfax for anything except possibly confirming the odometer reading.
The "sealed transmission" and "lifetime fluid" claims are nonsensical. Unfortunately all the manufacturers have been going that way. Fluid and filter need to be changed on a regular basis, like every 50K to 60K miles, to keep the transmission healthy for as long as possible. All the manufacturer is concerned about is that it will last the warranty period. After that, they don't care.
As @yaser pointed out, check the condition of your transmission fluid and change it depending on condition as detailed in the FAQ. Since there is more than likely no dipstick, checking the fluid requires putting the car on jack stands or a lift and accessing the fluid through the fill plug. Stay away from dealer "service" and find a good independent mechanic if you cannot do this yourself.
Toyota is still probably the best of a bad lot. You'll find that most if not all makes have gone this route in recent years.
Classic symptoms of a bad torque converter.
