gearbox failure
[/ˈɡɪrˌbɑːks ˈfeɪljər/]
nounpl: gearbox failures
falha na caixa de câmbio
1. A mechanical breakdown or malfunction of the gearbox (transmission) in a vehicle or machine, preventing proper gear shifting or power transmission
The car experienced a gearbox failure and had to be towed to the repair shop.
O carro sofreu uma falha na caixa de câmbio e precisou ser rebocado até a oficina.
2. The cessation of proper functioning of the transmission system due to wear, damage, or defect
Gearbox failure is often caused by low transmission fluid or internal component damage.
A falha na caixa de câmbio é frequentemente causada por baixo nível de fluido de transmissão ou dano aos componentes internos.
In Brazil, gearbox failures are a common discussion in automotive repair shops and among vehicle owners, particularly regarding older vehicles or those with high mileage. The term 'caixa de câmbio' is the standard technical term used by mechanics and in service bulletins. In the USA, this is typically discussed in informal contexts as 'transmission problems' or 'tranny trouble,' reflecting the colloquial nature of automotive repair discourse.
NYC Slang
tranny breakdown / transmission gave up the ghost
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