P0732 on Ford Vehicles: Gear 2 Incorrect Ratio
Second gear isn't holding: the input-to-output speed ratio in 2nd is outside the expected range. P0732 →
8Complaints mentioning the code
#2Rank among 3 brands
0.3%Share of Ford DTC complaints
In NHTSA owner complaints we analyzed for Ford, P0732 was mentioned 8 times.
Notes by brand
The 5R55W and 5R55S in the Explorer and Mountaineer are known for wear in the servo bores of the transmission case, which lets band apply pressure leak away. Typical results are slipping or flaring into 2nd and a mix of ratio codes; servo bore repair kits exist, but the case must come out to fit them.
Most mentioned models
| Ford Escape | 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Escape Hybrid | 2 | |
| Ford F-150 REGULAR CAB | 2 | |
| Ford Expedition El | 1 | |
| Ford F-150 SUPERCAB | 1 |
Model years mentioned
Components named in these complaints
- Power Train (7)
- Engine (1)
- Vehicle Speed Control (1)
Often appears together with
P0733
Powertrain
Third gear slips: input shaft speed doesn't match output speed times the 3rd-gear ratio.
Moderate
P0087
Powertrain
Measured fuel pressure has dropped well below what the engine computer is asking for.
High
P0217
Powertrain
The engine overheated. Stop driving: continuing can warp the head, blow the head gasket…
Critical
P0219
Powertrain
The engine was spun faster than its maximum allowed rpm, usually by a missed shift or wheelspin.
Moderate
P0731
Powertrain
While in first gear, the transmission's input and output speeds don't match the first-gear…
Moderate
P0734
Powertrain
Fourth gear (overdrive on four-speed units) doesn't hold the expected input-to-output speed…
Moderate
Possible causes
- Worn band, servo piston seal or 2-4 clutch that holds 2nd
- Low or degraded fluid
- Worn servo bore or accumulator leaking apply pressure
- Shift solenoid for the 1-2 shift sticking or weak
Related codes
Source: NHTSA Complaints API (US government open data), analyzed by DTC mention.