My Car Won't Go Forward Only Reverse, Can You Help?

The reason that your car will only move in reverse could be due to a number of factors and will depend on the other symptoms that your car is suffering from. If you can physically shift the gear stick into drive but the car still only moves in reverse, this could be a sign that you are running very low on transmission fluid.  Quite often, if the fluid level is that low it means that the gear stick is not being lubricated and although the car can be put in to drive, it will still only move backwards. It’s important to check your transmission fluid level regularly as the car will not give any telltale signs that it is running low until it is too late. Technically, transmission fluid shouldn’t fall very low due to the fact it doesn’t burn up, so after refilling, keep an eye on the level to make sure that you do not have a leak. If the fluid level is high, then it is likely that the car has a more complicated fault that is best diagnosed by a mechanic.

If the gear stick can’t physically be shifted into drive then it probably means that linkage to the transmission is binding up. The only way to really check for the cause of the linkage binding up is to take it apart and check for damage on the gears. Although the problem can be fixed yourself, if you do not feel comfortable and confident doing it, it is important to go to a mechanic as the damage that can be caused by an untrained hand can lead to an even more expensive repair bill.
Sometimes the reason a car only goes in reverse could be that the clutch has burned out. If this is the case, again head to a mechanic.

Why does my car move in reverse, but not forward? If it's my transmission, what site could I go to to get free knowledgeable help to fix it myself?

My car will not drive forward only in reverse.

My truck is in drive but will not move  it try's to but don't move

Sometimes My Car Won't Go In Reverse Will Please Tell Me What Is Wrong With My Car?

Well there could be number of reasons for this reverse car jam, it may be due to your car emergency brake so you may check it thoroughly if tires can be spin. If you don't understand this problem ask mechanic.

It could be the linkage has slipped, but more likely that the trans has gone out.

You have a very serious transmission problem.  Please don't drive on public roads until it is fixed.

My car starts, then when put in reverse to back up It reverses but when I place it in drive it cuts off immediately and I am not able to drive it. What could be wrong? Please list all the things that could be going wrong with my car in this situation

You're having transmission problems and it needs to rebuilt.

If you put in the reverse gear and start your car you will be able to change to the first gear, if this is not working, I think that either your clutch or gear box is faulty.

Although I know very little about cars, I have to agree with Banjo52. Sounds like transmission problems.