Ford’s PowerShift transmission—used in many 2011–2016 Ford Fiesta and 2012–2016 Ford Focus models—is a dual-clutch automatic designed to improve fuel economy by shifting more like a manual. Owners, however, widely reported harsh or delayed shifting, shuddering, hesitation, unexpected loss of power, and repeated repair visits, sometimes beginning at low mileage. Because the transmission’s behavior can affect drivability and confidence behind the wheel, complaints drew scrutiny not just as an inconvenience but as a potential safety and reliability concern in a high-volume segment of the market. The class action was filed on the theory that Ford sold or leased vehicles with a defect-prone system and that customers were not adequately warned about the scope of the problem or faced out-of-pocket costs, diminished value, and ongoing inconvenience despite multiple repairs. The settlement described at fordtransmissionsettlement.com provides compensation that can vary by claimant (often tied to documented repair history, expenses, and ownership/lease status) and may reach up to several thousand dollars for eligible owners and lessees, with proof requirements and deadlines that depend on individual circumstances. More broadly, the case reflects a common pattern in auto defect litigation: when a widespread component issue leads to repeat repairs and disputed warranty outcomes, class actions can push manufacturers toward standardized reimbursement and repair commitments, interacting with consumer-protection laws and warranty rules such as the federal Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act and state lemon laws that govern remedies when vehicles can’t be fixed within a reasonable number of attempts.