Whether you’ve never had any trouble out of your transmission, or you are all too familiar with transmission issues, you may wonder how often a transmission requires repair. In truth, it really just depends. There are hundreds of different transmissions, some more reliable than others, with different levels of stress demanded of them. Age, mileage, type, and usage are all aspects of the transmission condition.
Universally, maintenance is the primary factor. If the transmission in your car has been neglected and abused, the chances are far greater than repairs will more often be necessary. If problems are allowed to persist, it’s much more likely that other problems will pop up in the future. If your transmission has been treated well and serviced regularly, it may never need repair; it’s entirely possible for a transmission to outlast the rest of your vehicle with proper maintenance.
If your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with a transmission that has a history of abuse or neglect, it may be cheaper for you to go ahead and replace the entire thing, or have it rebuilt. Sometimes the repair is simply not worth it if there’s a likelihood that other severe malfunctions will occur in the near future. If your transmission has been reliable, just keep up with maintenance and make sure you have it inspected if it ever acts up.
Whether your car, truck, or SUV needs a transmission replacement, rebuild, major repair, fluid flush, filter change, a simple inspection, or anything else, trust the professionals at Westerville Automotive in Westerville for all your transmission repair and maintenance needs. Our team of experienced mechanics is well qualified to service any transmission, in any condition. Call or visit us today.
