Common M20 / M32 Gearbox Bearing Failures – Repairs & Rebuilds
M20 / M32 Manual Gearbox Problems
The M20 and M32 Manual 6-speed gearboxes are extremely common failures and are fitted to a variety of vehicles including Vauxhalls, Alfa Romeo’s and Fiats. The most common problem is worn and noisy bearings which cause the gearbox to whine in certain gears. The noisy bearing may be more audible in some gears then others.
A noisy gearbox when treated quickly is not that bad a problem, we can generally re-bearing the box and have you back on the road in no time – but if you ignore a noisy bearing it can very quickly become a big problem.
Common M20 / M32 Manual Gearbox Faults
- Gears Crunching
- Stuck In Gear
- Not Going Into Gear
- Jumping Out of Gear
- Noisy Gearbox (Whining / Grinding)
- Gear Problems When Hot
- Gear Problems When Cold
Although we’ve repaired hundreds of these gearboxes now, there’s many people that are not aware of Gearbox Repairs and will either pay out a lot for a brand new gearbox (which will come with a limited 12 months warranty) or pick up a cheap second-hand used gearbox (which will come with a limited 30-90 days warranty).
Our M20 / M32 Gearbox Repair Service
We offer a fast, efficient and affordable gearbox repair service. If your gearbox is noisy due to bearing wear and the bearing hasn’t yet completely failed i.e. collapsed and caused further damage then the repairs can be even cheaper than a second-hand part. We use new genuine OEM components when rebuilding gearboxes to ensure that each and every rebuilt gearbox meets & exceeds OE specifications.
All of our reconditioned gearboxes come with a 2 year unlimited mileage warranty and free fittings at our Gearbox Service Centre. For more information, call us on 0203 815 9441.
Hi, i have a whiny gearbox that sounds like a british touring car.
It’s a astra 1.9cdti (150hp)2006.
Had new dual mass clutch this year .
Gear selection is fine.
Could you send me a quote please.
Kind regards
Jon.
Hi I have a fiat punto 1.9multijet 2007 I have gearbox whine in 5th and 6th gear I don’t know how long its been doing it for as I brought the car 3 weeks ago and didn’t notice it on the test drive thank you
Hi,
I have got a Vauixhall Insignia 61reg car.
There is a gfear stick movement in 1st gear and 6th gear. There is no noise coming from the gearbox.
Could you send me please a quote?
Thank you
Astavan 08plate 56000 miles 1.9cdti 150 the van jumps out of 1st gear and there is a whine in 5th and 6th I had a reconditioned box fitted 15000 miles ago can i please have a quote on a repair and What would you do to stop this happening again many Thanks Scott Trigg
Hi I have a vectra Sri Cdti 58 plate with movement in 1st gear and also 5th and 6th.Also there is a whining noise when I go over 30mph just wondered how much it would cost thanks
Well after a long read of multiple threads, my M32 gearbox has the common problem of gearstick moving 🙁
how much for the bearings changed on a 2007 fiat punto 1.9 diesel
cheeers
Alfa 159 1.9jtd, gerabox whining 5th & 6th, diagnosed as the classic bearings at fault, still drives perfectly but can hear the noise, could you send me a quote pls
Hi, I have a 2005 zafira 1.9 CDTI 150, i have movement in the gearstick In 1st and 5th plus gearbox noise, could you give me a guide as to cost etc? Thanks
Hi ,
I have got 58 plate zafira 1.9cdti (150)6 speed manual ,
I have movement in 1st gear and also slight play in 5th and 6th .
Can yoh quote me for overhaul on repair/replace ?
Thanks
Dan jackson
HI,
I have movement in first and fifth with my astra VXR, however no whining noise. how much would it likely cost to have this repaired?
Thanks
George
Hi could you please give me a quote for a m32 gear box for a fiat punto thanks
My astra 1.9cdti 150 is jumping out of third gear do you have a price on repair
Hi, I have a 2008 zafira 1.9 CDTI 150, i have movement in the gearstick In 1st and 5th plus gearbox noise, could you give me a guide as to cost etc? Thanks
Similar to dan Fiat bravo 2010 1.4t Jet noticed noise in 1st gear when Accelerating and there is movement in 1st/5th gearstick.. 49k on clock not something i expected to happen ! ideas on repair bill ?
Hi there, my 2008 astra cdti 150 is whining and grinding in 3rd and 4th gear, its fine in 1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th. How much would it cost to put right? Thanks
i have an astra gtc with the m32 gearbox problem
hello, I have A Vauxhall astra 1.4 turbo 2013 which is got Gearbox problem “Gears Crunching,Gear Problems When Hot,Noisy Gearbox (Whining / Grinding).
can you please let me know how much would it cost for repair? I live near by i can drop my Vehicle and the time for repair.
hi, i have an astra 1.9 cdti 2008 model and i have noticed the gearbox is whining in 3rd and 4th gear and it also has a grinding noise when in nuteral and i have taking it to a local Mechanic for it to be looked at and they told me it was the dual mass that was causing the grinding and whining noises , would this be true or is it my gear box on the way out if so how much would it cost to have it reconditioned.
thanks,
phil
Hello,
I have a M32 gearbox with the common symptoms of bearing failure,
Could you possibly send me info and pricing please.
Thankyou
Hi, my car is a 2006 Vauxhall astra 1.9 CDTI with the M32 gearbox.
There is a whine that starts at around 40 mph and gets slightly louder the higher the speed. Also, the gear sometimes moves when in first.
im unsure what needs to be fixed – whether I need bearing(s) replaced, oil changed or a completely brand new box!
Are you able to help please? Thanks!
I have a 2006 Zafira 1.9 cdti sri 150 six speed
I need a gearbox overall. Movement on the stick in 1st,5th and 6th also a grumbling in 5th and a whine in 6th over 65mph. Can you help??
Many thanks!
Hi there I have Astra H GTC 6 SPEED
It should have m32 GEARBOX
the stick has movements in 2nd gear
what are the coming consequences
and which bearings should be changed
and how much will it cost
Hi I have m32 box that is whining in 3rd and 4th, movement in 1st 4th and a little in 5th.
Astra cdti 150
Please could you quote.
Hi i have a Fiat bravo 1.4 T-Jet with the common bearings failing could you give me a price please…
I have a 2008 astra vxr… whines in 1st , and has movement in 1st and 5th.
Needs doing ASAP as I need to sell up.
Could you get back to me please.
Thanks lewis
Hello,
I have a 07 zafira 1.9cdto and have dreaded worn bearing symptoms on the m32 How much would it cost to have you replace the bearings?
Many thanks
greg
I’ve a Fiat Grande Punto 1.9D on an 07 that needs the gearbox sorting out, could you mail me prices please? Either to come in or just fit the box.
Thanks
Jeff
Hello, I have a vauxhall astra h 1.9 cdti and I have experienced almost all the symptoms you’ve stated. My car is not drivable and I believe it’s a gearbox issue
Hi i have a 62 plate corsa vxr and i get a grinding noise when changing up to 3rd gear but this only happens above 30mph
could you give me a price to replace gearbox bearins in my fiat punto grand 07 reg thanks
Hi,I’m having the same problem like Dan Bartram on my alfa 159.1st and 2nd whining sound and 5th and 6th some sound.
Any advice,thanks.
Ivan
Hi
I’m having a whining coming from my Alfa Romeo Brera at low revs. Only really audible in revers, 1st and 2nd and a little in 3rd but also the same noise in neutral.
Advice would be appreciated.
Thanks
Dan
Hi I have a vauxhall zafira 1.7 tdi 6 speed manual m32 gearbox with the classic whining noise. Can you send me repair cost details please
Have a Corsa 1.3cdti with a 6 speed box which has started to whine most of the time. There are no other problems with the box such as movement in the gear stick or any other of the usual problems associated with this so called “gearbox”. Could you please quote me for the bearing replacement on the 6th gear and would you require the car or just the gearbox. Cheers Dave