Driving with a Bad Transmission

October 18, 2024

Should you drive a vehicle with a bad transmission?

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Continuing to drive a vehicle with a bad transmission is never a good idea. Ignoring transmission problems can lead to more damage, or in some cases, complete transmission failure. It’s important to know signs of transmission problems to understand when your transmission needs to be checked out by a professional transmission repair shop.


A bad transmission will have signs if you are experiencing a transmission problem. Here are some signs of a bad transmission to take notice of and never ignore:

  • Difficulty with shifting
  • Delayed shifting
  • Slipping gears
  • Grinding or whining noises
  • Leaking fluid
  • Smell of burning
  • Check engine light is on


These signs or any unusual signs with your vehicle is a good reason to get it checked by a professional. We always say that early detection of a transmission problem is better than too late. The longer that people delay with getting a bad transmission checked can cause worse problem to occur. When in doubt, give us a call at Eagle Transmission Repair in Mesquite. We answer our phones 24/7.


Negative Effects from Driving a Bad Transmission


There is a safety concern with driving a malfunctioning transmission. When a transmission has a problem, it can result in unpredictable circumstances, such as breaking down on the side of road, struggle with maintaining speed, or a sluggish acceleration. Even sudden shift in gears or sudden increased acceleration, which is a major safety concern for the driver and those around them at the time.


Along with it being a safety concern for the driver, it can cause major damage to the vehicle. Driving with a bad transmission can lead to unwanted wear and tear on the vehicle, which can even cause long-term damage to a vehicle.


Transmission repairs are known for being expensive, but often times people can avoid excessive expense just by bringing in their vehicle after the first sign of a transmission issue. So, that is why we always recommend getting vehicles checked out at the first sign of a transmission problem.


Eagle Transmission Repair in Mesquite Serves all of Dallas Area including Rowlett, Garland, Rockwall, Duncanville and more.

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