Hyundai H1 Complete Gearbox/Transmission
We source complete gearbox/transmission for every H1 generation sold in South Africa, then check the fit against your VIN before it leaves the warehouse

What Are Hyundai H1 Complete Gearbox/Transmission?
A complete gearbox is the full transmission assembly — casing, gears, synchros, differential and clutch housing. On Hyundais that means the 5- and 6-speed manuals, the DCT dual-clutch automatic in the i20 and i30, and the torque-converter automatics in the Tucson and Santa Fe. All are familiar repair territory in SA.
Signs You Need New Complete Gearbox/Transmission
How we match complete gearbox/transmission to your H1
What changes across the range
On the H1, the original Starex, then the TQ iLoad, iMax and Grand Starex are all in circulation locally, and they do not share one parts list.
Panel van, bus and people-mover bodies on the same TQ base take different rear-end, glass and trim parts, so tell us the body style, not just the model.
Worth knowing: the H1no Kia equivalent — the H1 is its own commercial platform.
What we check on complete gearbox/transmission
- •The generation code, because H1 parts lists split on it
- •The engine family — this H1 was sold with 2.4 petrol on selected Grand Starex derivatives, D4CB 2.5 CRDi and 2.5 TD on the earlier Starex
- •Manual or automatic, the number of gears, and the engine it is bolted to
- •Whether the car is pre- or post-facelift within its generation
In South Africa the H1 is mostly shuttle, tour and staff-transport work, which means very high annual mileage and a strong bias towards diesel injection, turbo and clutch components. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
H1 Complete Gearbox/Transmission: Common Questions
Will complete gearbox/transmission from another H1 fit mine?
Not automatically. The H1 sold in South Africa as the original Starex, then the TQ iLoad, iMax and Grand Starex, and panel van, bus and people-mover bodies on the same TQ base take different rear-end, glass and trim parts, so tell us the body style, not just the model. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
Can you source complete gearbox/transmission for the H1 if local stock is dry?
Usually, yes. The H1 no Kia equivalent — the H1 is its own commercial platform, which gives us a second catalogue to search when Hyundai-listed stock runs out. We will tell you what we are quoting rather than leaving you to guess.
How much does a Hyundai gearbox replacement cost in South Africa?
It depends heavily on model — a used Getz/i20 manual from a strip yard is the cheapest path, an automatic from a Creta is the priciest. We source units nationally through our SA supplier network. Send your VIN for a firm quote.
What are the symptoms of a failing Hyundai gearbox?
Grinding on shifts, whining under load, slipping in one gear, hard engagement from DCT dual-clutch automatics and ATF leaks. An i20 DCT shuddering at take-up is a textbook signature — it often means a clutch actuator issue rather than a full gearbox.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a Hyundai gearbox?
For manual Getz, i20 and Accent boxes, a used replacement from an SA strip yard is often cheaper than a full rebuild. For DCT and torque-converter autos, a specialist rebuild or remanufactured unit usually beats a used wildcard. Scan first, quote both options second.
Which Hyundai models have common gearbox problems?
The DCT dual-clutch in i20 and Tucson (harsh shifts, clutch actuator), the torque-converter automatic in Creta and Santa Fe (solenoid issues) and the 6-speed auto in older Sonata/Azera are the well-documented ones. All have known repair paths through SA specialists.
Can I buy a used Hyundai gearbox in South Africa?
Yes — SA's used-gearbox market is healthy and our supplier network lists Hyundai units across most models. We VIN-match to ensure engine, mileage and gearing are correct before shipping. Send us your VIN for available stock.
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Tell us which H1 you have
The H1 sold here as the original Starex, then the TQ iLoad, iMax and Grand Starex, and they do not share one parts list. Give us the generation code and we will do the rest.