Defense One

Gearbox problem caused fatal Osprey crash, Marines say

The MV-22B Osprey crash that killed five Marines in California last June was caused by a gear problem the service has known about for years, according to a 436-page redacted command investigation ...

Common problems with RAM Aisin transmissions (according to owners)

RAM enthusiasts were excited about the Aisin transmission, but unfortunately found a number of critical flaws that kept it ...
Jalopnik

The Biggest Problems With GM's 8-Speed Transmission

For years, automakers were reliant on 6-speed transmissions. However, they began to adopt 8-speed replacements, following pressure from the government to meet new environmental regulations. When the 8 ...

3 signs the synchronizers in your manual transmission are failing

The feel of your manual transmission says a lot about its health, and certain shifting problems can reveal when synchronizers ...
Aviation Week

Gearbox Issue’s Root Cause Elusive As USAF Investigates V-22 Crashes

An Air Force CV-22 was forced to land in Norway, prompting a grounding of the service’s Ospreys to investigate ongoing transmission problems. Credit: Tech. Sgt. Westin Warburton/U.S. Air Force For ...
Cars

Here Are 7 Common Signs of Transmission Failure

Since modern automatic transmissions are generally seamless, any noticeable issues — such as slipping, delayed engagement, harsh shifting or a burning smell — are important warnings that should prompt ...
AOL

4 Common Problems With Gear Shifters

Close up of a manual car's gear shifter. - Tito Rollis/Shutterstock The tactile motion of shifting gears manually is one of the first features that a new driver learns to get to grips with. It's a ...
Flying

Problem Gear

Cessna 210 aircraft exhibit a recurring issue of landing gear hydraulic line leaks in the cockpit, caused by chafing with aileron control cables, leading to potential system failure and requiring ...
Military.com

Flaw in Osprey Gears Was Known a Decade Prior to Deadly Japan Crash, Internal Report Shows

A U.S. Air Force crew chief marshals a CV-22B Osprey after returning from a flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 2, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White) An investigation ...
jdpower

Why Is My Gear Shift Stuck in Park?

The automatic transmission in a typical car or truck handles multiple driving modes, like D for Drive, R for Reverse, or N for Neutral. The system also includes a parking mechanism, often marked P, ...
Consumer Reports

How to Maintain Your Car's Transmission and Avoid Costly Repairs

Taking care of your car or truck’s transmission is important for its long-term health. All too often, car owners misunderstand the basic maintenance and service intervals that are needed to keep a ...