DCT Gearbox Judder and Hesitation
ModerateGearbox & TransmissionThe 7-speed DCT can feel hesitant or "jerky" at low speeds. While software updates can help, persistent judder often indicates worn clutch packs which may not be fully covered by the 7-year warranty.
Most affected: 1.4 T-GDi DCT, 1.5 T-GDi DCT, 1.6 CRDi DCT
Typical symptoms
- •Jerky low-speed maneuvers
- •Shudder pulling away from cold
- •Delay when selecting Drive or Reverse
What to inspect before you buy
- ✓Test the car in heavy stop-start traffic
- ✓Check for gearbox-related software updates in the history