7.8
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$2,230.00
Average Mileage:
85,217 miles
Total Complaints:
189 complaints
Most common solutions:
- recall should be issued, replaced @ Honda's expense (95 reports)
- not sure (25 reports)
- replace transmission (25 reports)
- replaced transmission (24 reports)
- replaced transmission, split cost with Honda (11 reports)
- Honda refused to repair under warranty, had to pay (7 reports)
transmission problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
Helpful Websites About 2002 Honda Accord transmission slipping and jerking
2009Sep 01
Accord EX 3.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 131,000 miles
This is my fifth Honda Accord purchased since 1989. My first probelm with a transmission on my 2002 Accord EX. Honda and other repair shops says $3,000 will fix it. Repasir shop advised me of the past problems and extended warranty possibly through Honda. Awaiting word from them. My 2007 Accord EX runs great so far.
Update from Nov 12, 2009: local transmission shop advised transmission must be replaced for $3,000.00 They suggested contact local dealer due to problems with the Accords and Odessey model from 2000-2004. I contacted Honda America Customer Service , who advised they could not assist me even though I had purchased 5 Accords from them over the past 20 years. I the contacted the local dealer whom I purchased the vehicles from. They evaluated the problem, agreed to replace the transmission for $2,5000.00. Original price would have been $3,309.00 but they reduced the price by $809.00. Price included taxes, fluids, transmission and labor.
2009Sep 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 110,000 miles
I have been problems with transmission for three-four months now. The car gives a jerk when shifting gears and the check engine light is on.
Took my car to Pepboys today and they gave me the reason for check engine light as the codes p0730, p0780.
Last quotes received to rebuild the transmission was in 2000-3000$ range.
I am trying to figure out if there has been any recall or class action on Honda Accord 2002 transmission failure. This seems to be a problem for a lot of cars. Is this a really fault of Honda or should I be looking at it a maintenance I need to do at 100K+ miles?
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2009Feb 02
Accord EX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 85,000 miles
Looks like I am just adding to the list of many complaints regarding the same 2002 Honda Accord automatic transmission problem. It slips terribly from 1st to 2nd, get the occasional clunk and slip from 2nd to 3rd. Honda Dealership says only way to fix it is replace it to the tune of $3600! Are you kidding me! Glad we decided against the Honda Pilot when we bought our new vehicle this year. Now I feel guilty about trying to sell this POS Accord to anyone else. Oh well, you live and you learn I guess.
2008Oct 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 76,000 miles
I have a 2002 Accord with transmission problems. add to class action suit listof people who have the same problem
2009Oct 02
Accord Limited 4.0L
- Automatic transmission
- 110,000 miles
I have a beautiful 2002 Honda Accord. Never had one problem until this month. The temp. starting dropping and my tranny started slipping and banging into gear. Took it to the dealer they said" You need a new tranny". I called Honda America- they said" too bad we cant help you!" This needs to be taken care of ! after reading all the posts about hundreds of 2002 Hondas with the same problems its time for Honda to step up to the plate and re -call all 2002 Honda Accords now! Not a safety issue- I must disagree- when you are pulling out of your neighboorhood and have to cross on coming traffic to go the other way and the car is slipping and not going any where while cars are slamming on blakes to avoid hitting you. THAT IS A SAFETY ISSUE !!!
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2009Oct 12
Accord 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 103,000 miles
This is my first car, and I'm heartbroken. My husband and I are paying for it by ourselves, and it will be paid of in March 2010. BUT, it probably won't make it that long, if we don't get the transmission replaced. I brought it in to replace the timing belt (100,000 miles), and the Honda mechanic advised me to think hard about putting $600 into a car that will require $3000 in transmission work. I really appreciate his honesty. AND, I'm really pissed that Honda is not automatically taking care of this problem. Honda coasts on the reputation of great cars from the past. If they take their "everyone knows someone who loves a honda" commercial seriously, they should make sure those of us who have Hondas continue to love them.
2009Jul 08
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 90,785 miles
Same problem as all y'all. Problem seem worst the longer the car is driven and it comes to a violent jerk as I come to a stop.
Never again a Honda.
2008May 05
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 34,895 miles
My 2002 Honda Accord 4Cyl EX transmission broke....the car just hit 35,000 miles......I saw many people here had the same problem. I called honda and complained and are willing to pay for everything as long as I kick in 650 dollars. They will put a honda transmission in with 3 years/36000 warranty.
2009Jul 03
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 110,273 miles
I bought a used 2002 Honda accord with 110273 miles on it.i had it for a mounth and the transmission quit on me.I'm f*cking pissed.Many people at work said that I f*cked it up by my driveing.Then I came across this website that has 289 complaints about the trannie going out in 2002 hona accords!!!!!!!!!!more Then any other complaint about them.Damn shotty car!!!!!!!!I earn $300.00 a week!!!!!!!!!!!!!I'm so pissed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!what the f*ck are people supposed to do?be screwed oviously!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!mother f*ckers!!!!!!!!!!!!!cheap ass car!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ronald Farrell = )
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2009Sep 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 85,000 miles
I get information from the web, counting hundreds of complaints with 1998-2002 transmission failures... all describing similar problem. I understand a class-action lawsuit challenged Honda for 98-01 and was settled with Honda extending warranty coverage to 10yr/100,000 miles. I also found that Honda is said to have extended that warranty to go until 109,000 mi. or 96 mos., and apply also to the 2002 models.
Honda ran my VIN and said my vehicle didn't qualify because only certain "plants" made the vehicles subject to that coverage. So, I suppose Honda doesn't make all the transmissions in the same place (hard to believe). I can understand assembly is different plants, but manufacturing of a key component is had to believe./ In any case, one would believe that if you build to a bad spec, the result will be crap wherever it is built.
So, Honda's goodwill (from their Midwest Rep) is that they would be will to assist if I can prove I changed the trans. fluid evey 30 thousand. Humh... never heard of that requirement to honor a warranty before That sounds like a trick to weasel out of paying for something they know they caused with poor quality control. I have never changed fluid in a transmission unless it needed it. I have always had the fluid checked regularly and it still looks good. I presume it was changed at 30,000, since it was still being maintained by a dealer. LESSON LEARNED TO ALL: don't trust that Honda you love so much. My next car will not be another Honda. My last one I just bought and when the warranty is up I plan on trading for a Toyota or something better.
2008Jun 16
Accord V4
- Automatic transmission
- 71,900 miles
We had a reliable 1989 Honda Accord! We decided to get a 2002 Honda Accord. We have had 2 transmissions installed under warranty assistance. Now we have another transmission problem. I feel that Honda should get there act together since they say that Honda's are a reliable quality product. I am waiting for a representative for warranty assistance to let me know if they are going to take care of the transmission and I would pay the labor. Hardly seems fair as the Honda Accord class action suits are too numerous to mention on the website. Please help!!
2007Sep 17
Accord V4
- Automatic transmission
- 71,000 miles
We bought a 2002 Honda Accord since we were very satisfied with a 1989 Honda Accord that we had. We have had 2 transmissions put in, the first one was faulty so they had to order another one. Now, this past Monday, at the Honda dealer, they said it was shift malfunction and and incorrect gear ratio. One the first two transmissions we had installed, we were granted a warranty assistance after I bitched about it to Honda Corporate Headquarters. I am still waiting for another warranty assistance and I would think that Honda would take care of the whole bill since this model is on the website as a problem.
2009Sep 04
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
I bought this car about 8 years ago brand new from the dealer, I was told Honda has extraordinary quality and no major worry below 100K, I was very convinced at the time up to last Thursday I bought the right car, I brought it for regular maintenance pretty much follow the manual. Last Friday, when driving under 90+ degree with my family , it started to jerk and slipping after stopped at a traffic light, then this continued dozen times in a 10 miles journey back home. I brought the car immediately to the dealer , and to my surprise, they told me pretty quickly that I need a new transmission, Honda doesn't rebuild transmission , and to my shock , it will be a $3500 bill. I was caught completely by surprise that a young car ( in the told Honda legend, 8 year is mid-age at most?) I need to replace the transmission. I am extremely disappointed at the quality, and I asked the dealer to deal with Honda to get a discount . After couple of negotiations since then, finally I got my price: $1500, a new transmission with 3 year 36000 miles warranty. I can't say I am happy with the result, but after reading all your posts, I think I get an average deal . $1500 is a lot of money, I hope this new transmission will run this car to 150K. Lesson learned from this, 1. make sure you keep all the service record, ( I lost a lot of these, if not, maybe I can get even a better price),
2. don't believe what people says about Japanese car, in general, they are good, however, you really need to know what you are buying and do the homework and look at the track record.
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2009Aug 25
Accord 3.0L V6 Sfi Sohc 24v
- Automatic transmission
- 102,302 miles
Torque Converter failure, transmission would not up shift at times or severe jumping when it would shift; also it would down shift at normal driving speed causing a sudden slowing of the car. After looking I found many other people have had this same problem but could not find any complaints registered with the Office of Defects Investigation at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/index.cfm My Confirmation number (ODI Number) is: 10283744
I strongly suggest that others with this issue file a complaint as this is a safety issue and be sure to stress safety in your complaint!
2009Sep 01
Accord DX
- Automatic transmission
- 74,000 miles
I owned two cars, both from Honda, I bought Honda because historically Honda is a great brand known for its reliability and standing for its quality,however, when my 2002 Honda accord failed the transmission at only 74K miles,my dealer told me it will cost me 3200 to replace it. I am very disappointed, even more, finding this web and seeing so many others having the same issue, but Honda refused to take their responsibility. I will call Honda America Tuesday , wish me good luck and I will share with you my experience with them
2009Feb 10
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 49,258 miles
This is first Honda we have owned, son has owned Honda's. We brought a Honda because we wanted a safe, reliable car. My husband is disabled and getting him in and out of a car is not easy, the leather seats help a lot. The reliablity of the Honda was very important to us when I transported my husband. We have always maintained this Honda, so when engine light came on I was surprised. Our son, who is a auto mechanic, said if we flushed transmission fluid maybe that would cure the problem, that maybe some thing had gotten in fluid. Son also could not believe transmission was bad at 49,000 miles! We took car to Honda specialist, had fluid completely flushed $139.00, problem did not go away. Took car back, for free they used tester and got three transmission codes. He said if was transmission, quoted me a price of almost $2800.00 Honda dealership where I brought the car wanted $109.00 just to test for the codes. I think Honda should recall and replace free of charge the transmission. It is ridiculous that this car at this low mileage, alway maintained, and never driven roughly should have transmission failure! Thank you for letting me vent. I am going to contact Honda!
2009Jul 30
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 85,276 miles
I got a Honda Accord EX 4cyl for Christmas from my husband in 2004. It was the most beautiful car I have ever owned and I loved driving it for 5 years. When it hit 85k miles, the dealership told us that the transmission needed to be replaced and that it was not covered on the extended warranty my husband bought even though it expires at the end of this year! I had to sell it because of the problem but i would easily have kept it if there was not such a problem. I was good to that car and kept it up on every maintenance marker. Honda would not replace it and told us it was going to cost 2200 dollars to fix. That is a very short time to have and own a vehicle only to have to replace the transmission that soon. They say Honda's will run forever, especially Accords but I would like to know why mine would not!!! I now own a Chrysler - Honda sucks.
2009Sep 07
Accord SE
- Automatic transmission
- 135,000 miles
Honda what a rip off and to know you have a defect out there! I will call about a recall there should be one!
Update from Sep 10, 2009: I called the 1 800 number for Honda and they sort of knew their screwed up product and didn't offer any new warranty or goodwill so as I heard SOL./
Please let other future buyers beware! Choose Nissan
2008Mar 10
Accord Limited 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 63,000 miles
bought this junk because of hondas false reputation. Thats what you get when you listen to all those lying commercials. this is definetly my last honda. back to buying fords.If honda stands up for their name they will fix this ,because i am going to tell 5 other people not to buy hondas. you know what telling 5 people does
2009Aug 26
Accord SE 2.3L 4cy
- Automatic transmission
- 155,000 miles
I have had my Accord for 3 years now and everything was fine until 2 weeks ago. Out of no where my Malfunction light went off, so I immediately took it to the shop that always services my car for them to run a test on it and it came back as being the transmission. A day later my car starts to shift really hard and jerky like, and now it is to the point where it has a hard time shifting from 1st to 2nd. When it does finally get into gear it knocks itself in and out of neutral. I have my car serviced regularly and like all of you have said, when I bought this car I was expecting to get 300,000 miles out of it, I mean Honda is supposed to be a great car! Not to mention the price we all had to pay, I have 2 years left to pay on this car and its sitting in my back yard because its going to cost me around $2,500 to have it fixed!!! I called several mechanics, they ALL said to call Honda and ask about a recall because of the number of transmissions going bad they have heard about from people who own a Honda. And when I did that the service guy basically laughed at me for even thinking such a thing as a recall on a transmission. I am very frustrated just as you all are, and I hope that with the power of a crowd, Honda will make something happen. I'm going to call the corporate office and push this.
2009Jul 15
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 115,000 miles
I see alot of transmission problems here with the same Honda car , they should definitely do a recall on these transmissions or repair them for free if they want to keep these soon to be pissed of customers , if i don't get a good deal on my repair , i will swear off Honda and tell everyone i know or meet never to get a Honda, this is ridiculous that we are all victims here of the same stupid transmissions. ive called American Honda they said they may be able to give me a goodwill gesture repair at maybe half the cost that would be more acceptable than paying the full transmission repair, then maybe i wont be so angry at them , someone in Honda needs to step up and resolve this issue!
2009Jul 22
Accord 4 Door Sedan 2.3L
- Automatic transmission
- 86,000 miles
i think Honda knew about this problem they should fix it .we need to get a group together and file a law suit .
2009Aug 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 96,000 miles
Honda should really step up and save their asses because I will, like others herein, become a preacher against Hondas if they do not do the right thing. I just don't buy the argument that mileage had anything to do with this failure. These are faulty transmissions and Honda knows it or at least they should know now and do something about it. I also doubt that driver habits or failure to maintain the vehicle has had anything to do with this many complaints on the save vehicle! Will Honda be the new Ford ? FORD=Found On Road Dead; HONDA= Had One Never Did Again
2009Aug 24
Accord VP
- Automatic transmission
- 76,500 miles
I have a 2002 Accord VP with 76,500 miles, my check engine light came on so I tightened the gas cap and the light went off for a few days. Then it came back on and stayed on. I took it to the dealer and was told the diagnostic test says I need new o2 sensors and the transmission is failing. I called Honda motors and they have opened a case file, I am waiting to hear if they will repair it. The service manager says they may pay for half of it and it could cost around 3,000. I don't know if it's worth fixing unfortunately it does not qualify for cash for clunkers.
2009Feb 07
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 60,000 miles
When I finished High School I thought I'd purchase a reliable car. With everything I'd heard about Honda, I thought I had made a sensible choice with the 2002 Accord EX 4 cylinder sedan. Biggest mistake of my life! At about 60,000 miles the transmission is slipping and jerking and has almost gotten me into numerous accidents. I did tons of research only to be disheartened by the fact that Honda only extended the transmission warranty (to 7 years) for 1998 to 2001 Accords. Ridiculous! How can they ignore the same problem on the same vehicle for the 2002 model?! I own 3 Toyota vehicles, two of which I purchased after the Accord because I will never, NEVER purchase a Honda again, and I am sure to tell any friend or colleague the same. It's one thing to have a major defect in a mass produced vehicle... it's an entirely different offense to pretend that problem does not exist. And it is just plain BS when you refuse to stand by your product. I'm saving my receipts if I do get a repair because Honda is going to pay for this! 60k miles and the car is a piece of junk. RIDICULOUS!
2009Aug 12
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 45,000 miles
ONLY 45k miles on it and I'm being told that I've got to replace the transmission at a cost of $3000. I can't believe it! When I called American Honda, I got the same, "It's out of warranty" that everyone else got - not on miles, mind you, but on TIME!
Count me in on any class action suits. I'm mad as hell and think that Honda needs to stand behind their products. I'll be calling the NHTSA as another poster mentioned. If enough of us do it, maybe the government will step in and do something about it.
2009Jul 24
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 106,000 miles
I am the only owner of my '02 Accord which I've always done the regular maintenance on. Just hit 106K miles when the check engine light came on and my D4 light started blinking, immediately followed by a hard jerking when slowing down. Promptly took it to a transmissions shop. Got a quote for $2100 (w/ 1 yr warranty) to rebuild the transmission. I plan on getting a second and third opinion on this but based on these complaints, sounds like I'm getting a deal at 2100. I'm definitely on board for this class action suit. I bought Honda to avoid problems like this, especially at only 100K
2009Jan 01
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 52,000 miles
After reading about many other complaints on the 2002 Honda Accord Ex 4 cylinder, I realize that I'm just another statistic.It is very hard to believe that any vehicle with around 50k miles would have transmission problems, never mind a Honda.I think that's where the public has been very misguided in buying these vehicles like Gods hand was used only on Honda's. People pay so much more for this piece of junk when they buy one, pay so much more to have it serviced, and still have it crap out at 50k miles.If people stop buying these money pits, Honda may have to start standing behind their products...until then, we need to buy our own American cars.
2009Jul 24
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 121,000 miles
This is my second Honda Accord with transmission problems. My first accord was a 1999 V6 coupe leased. I was fortunate that I leased it, because when I returned it after 3 years, the tranny was feeling rough. When I returned it, I purchased a 2002 V6 accord coupe afterwards. WHAT WAS I THINKING!? Now, at 121,000 miles and after taking really good care of the car, I don't think the transmission will last much longer. I'm up for a major tune and belt replacement, but I don't know if I should even waste my money on that. Don't know how much longer my tranny is going to last.
2009Jul 16
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 115,000 miles
My car when taking off from a stop will jerk and slip it has a hard time going up small inclines. I called Honda Customer Care line and asked if it was under recall since it is apparent is a ongoing problem for owners and they said no. There seems to be ALOT of the same problem!!! I am VERY UPSET with Honda! My car has been very well tajken car of there is no reason it is doing this it looks like a brand new car but now its going to cost me $3000.00 PLUS because they cant honor their PROBLEM!
2009Jul 01
Accord ES V4
- Automatic transmission
- 127,000 miles
Currently I own two Honda Odyssey 2000, and Accord 2002. My 2002 Accord started to experience problem around Jul 2009. My wife and I are the original owners of these vehicles. The problem with my Accord is that check engine light and maintenance lights are on. When I accelerate from stop, I feel the jerk when it tries to shift to first and second gear. Sometime I see D4 blink when it finds hard to higher gear. When vehicle come to a stop, I feel a sudden jerk. To climb a small hill it is very difficult.
I took the vehicle to local Honda dealer. When I told them about the problem I am experiencing with my Accord, the agent told me that it is most likely a transmission problem, the technician need to perform a complete diagnosis to give an estimate about how much it will cost me. When insisted for a rough estimate, he said it could run around $3000. I came home disappointed, and I tried to find out if anyone has experienced problem like this. To my surprise I found out there are quite a few number having the exact same problem with Honda Accord 2002 model. I called American Honda Corporation Customer Service 1-800-999-1009 to see if Honda can help me to get out of this problem. The answer I get from customer rep, was not encouraging, basically the rep said because the warranty has expired in 2005, they will not cover any cost for repair, and the are not wiling to assist in "Goodwill Repair". I am very unhappy with Honda, and the service I received.
2009Jul 08
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 110,000 miles
Ok so last year I bought a 2002 Honda Accord Ex...never once was I told that this particular generation Accord had transmission issues...well today at 110,000 miles the transmission went out....might I also add that this car has been perfectly maintained....but much to my surprise Honda said there was nothing they could do since it was never an issue with every 2002 Accord. Since it wasn't with every Accord they said they were not going to help cover the cost of the $2800.00 bill I had to pay to get the transmission replaced.
Update from Jul 11, 2009: Well I took my car into the Honda dealership and sure enough my bill is going to be $2900.00 it's pretty ridiculous if you ask me that we have to come out of pocket on this issue with this particular year Accord...and of course when Honda called me back they said they wouldn't have any answer as far as reimbursement until 7-17-2009 once they have had time to discuss the issue with the dealership that's fixing it....complete bull if you ask me!!!!
2009Jun 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 100,000 miles
LOOKS LIKE A CLASS-ACTION LAWSUIT IS NEEDED TO FIX A KNOWN PROBLEM BY HONDA. SAME PROBLEM AS EVERYONE ELSE. HAVE '02 ACCORD; RAN GREAT; MAINTAINED REGULAR CHECK UP AT HONDA DEALERSHIP; 2 MONTHS AGO STARTED JERKING FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR. HAD TRANSMISSION FLUID REPLACED – DIDN’T FIX THE PROBLEM. NOW I HAVE TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING, ENGINE LIGHT ON AND TRANSMISSION STILL JERKING AND SLIPPING. TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP. DAVID AT HONDA IN TEMPE SAID "IT WAS NOT A DEALERSHIP PROBLEM, BUT A MANUFACTURER ISSUE.” ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED (UNDER WARRANTY) IN 9/07 – IT HASN’T BEEN TWO YEARS AND THE CAR NEEDS ANOTHER TRANSMISSION!!!! DAVID SAID HE WOULD CALL CORPORATE “TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING HE CAN DO.” HONDA REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING. NOW I’M STUCK WITH A PAPER WEIGHT CALLED A HONDA ACCORD…..
FROM THIS DAY FORWARD, I WILL BE A SPOKESMAN AGAINST BUYING HONDA CARS. THEY REFUSE TO STAND UP WITH THEIR PRODUCTS. DO NOT BUY HONDA!! THERE ARE BETTER ALTERNATIVES…
2009Jul 07
Accord EX 4
- Automatic transmission
- 147,911 miles
I REFUSE TO FIX THIS CAR FOR $4000. I KNOW PEOPLE WILL SAY ITS THE MILEAGE BUT ITS NOT. HONDA RECALLED 2002 ACCORDS YEARS AGO BUT TO MY SURPRISE I LEARNED ABOUT IT TODAY WHEN I HAD TO HAVE MY BEARINGS REPAIRED. I CONTACTED HONDA WHO SAID THERE WAS NEVER A RECALL. THEY LIED, FIRST A REP SAID MY VIN # WAS NOT RECALLED THEN ANOTHER REP SAID THERE ISNT ANY RECALLS.
WELL I'M GOING TO CONTACT THE NYS ATTORNEY GENERAL B/C THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL & IM ENCOURAGING OTHER NYORKERS & OTHERS FROM DIFFT STATES TO CONTACT ME FOR A CLASS ACTION SUIT. HONDA SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE IN WHOLE OR IN PART.
2009Jun 18
Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 74,400 miles
I cannot believe that Honda has not recalled all 2002 Honda Accords for this issue. A Honda that has only 74,000 miles should not require a $2,600 repair for a faulty transmission!!!!
I contacted Honda and was sent to a Regional Manager...who basically told me ...sorry...there is really nothing we can do....the dealer was kind enough to offer a small discount.
This is my first and only Honda that I will ever purchase!
It is time for Honda to stand up and do what is right! Pay for all these faulty transmissions!!
2009Jun 20
Accord SE 2.3L 4 cyl.
- Automatic transmission
- 119,000 miles
Consumers like myself purchase Honda's very expensive vehicles with hope of a long lasting durable vehicle.(that honda advertises) At 119,000 miles, with all routine maintenance, the transmission on my 2002 Honda Accord se began slipping and jerking. I am completely dissatisfied with the HONDA performance. I believe there should be a recall on the 2002 as well. If anyone has any advice please e=mail me. Honda wants over 3,000 dollars for a transmission. I'll not own another Honda.
2009Jun 20
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 66,000 miles
DO NOT BUY HONDA ACCORD THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT PROBLEM WITH THEIR TRANSMISSION AND IT WILL COST YOU AT LEAST $4000 TO FIX. HONDA IS KNOWINGLY SELLING FAULTY TRANSMISSION TO PEOPLE I HAVE AT LEAST FOUR INDIVIDUALS WITH THE SAME ISSUE.
THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS!!!!!! :(
2009Jan 15
Accord LX L4
- Automatic transmission
- 150,000 miles
Honda transmissions are peculiar to all other transmissions. I'm not 100% sure but I believe Honda automatic transmissions have the capability of being able to adjust "shift points" without going into the transmission. Mine was shifting very harsh and I had Honda mechanic adjust "shift point" during a routine service. Transmission now shifts very soft and slips intermittently, sometimes downshifting much later than it should.
2009Jun 11
Accord EX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 133,000 miles
My '02 Accord began acting up back in Aug 08 with about 110k miles, now it is June '09 and the transmission is about to fall out! I took the car into the dealer in Aug '08 and they said the transmission is on the way out and it would cost $3000 to repair and my extended warranty has ran out 10k miles ago!
I have been driving the car as gently as I can- no flooring the gas, allowing the car to slowly build up to speed and slow gradual braking- just babying the thing. Well now the car is in bad shape and about to give out. I came online to look for some answers and found this site. I called American Honda 800-999-1009 and explained that the check engine light is on, the car slips and jerks in 2 & 3 gears, the TCS light comes on at times, one time the D4 light began flashing when I used the cruise control. Basically Honda CSR would not help not $1 toward fixing. They said because it is out of warranty, has 133K miles, I am not original owner( I bought used, as second owner) and no recall at this time.
I have owned a total of 3 Accords, and this one will probably be the last. None of the other cars gave me a problem. I even owned a Toyota Corolla and drove it for 212K miles before trading it for my first Honda. I guess I should have picked better on this 2002 Honda MESS of an Accord. I don't have the money to fix the car, I don't have a job to earn enough to save to buy a newer car, and I think Honda should have the Consumer in mind, especially if they want repeat owners, to repair this problem!!!!!!! I am scared to death of being in this car if it were to break down on me while driving. People don't care enough to pay attention to you if your car suddenly slows down, or your flashers come on- they get mad, yell at you for being in their way.......
I hope and pray that Honda will wake up and see the danger this presents to US, their customer!
2008Jul 15
Accord LX 3.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 75,655 miles
I have two, 2002, Honda Accords. The transmission slippage appears worse on one car than it does on the second Honda. However, I can feel some slippage with the second car. To make matters, potentially, worse, I just purchased another Honda Accord, 2008, and I helped my mother-in-law purchase a 2007 Honda Accord. I took the first Honda into the dealership today. They confirmed my suspicion - bad tranny - with a replacement cost exceeding $3000. Hopefully, Honda will stand behind their products and make the necessary corrections. If not, I will look for a better product.
2009May 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
Please add me to the list of unsatisfied Honda Customers. I own a 2002 Accord EX V6 that supposedly has a broken transmission at 75K miles. I got on the internet to find out if this may be a common problem and apparently is it. I am going to call the Honda Corporate to see what they can do. As other have also expressed, it is annoying to know that Honda recalled Accord transmissions for 2001 and not for 2002. Whenever one talks of the Accord generations, they refer to 1998-2002. That is because technically their design is very similar.
I realize that the recall may have been to a mistake from the sub-contractor manufacturing Transmissions during the recalled time period but still find it hard to believe that the transmission will fail for 2002 (the non-recalled models) at less than 75K even when a car was maintained regularly and driven with utmost care.
I will also call and report the same to NHTSA as requested in the previous post.
2009Jun 04
Accord LX 2.3L 4-cyl.
- Automatic transmission
- 41,934 miles
Like others before me, I too was shocked to discover I needed my transmission replaced. Having previously bought Pre-Owned Fords (1983 Mercury Marquis, and 1990 Ford Taurus), I was all too familiar with the bad transmission, as I would approach the 100,000 mark. I ditched the Taurus at 150K (rebuilt tranny still working!), and vowed to spend a little extra money to buy a NEW Accord, thinking that I'd have solid reliable transportation for years to come. I had always done the scheduled maintenance, and had 2 drain/refills with Honda ATF fluid: once in 2005 at 20,000 miles, and most recently in 2008 at 37,000 miles. People who are commenting that these tranny problems are due to negligence are in denial! I have not had any problems with this car till now. The only time I've taken to my mechanic has been for routine work.
After leaking fluid, bucking, jerking and slipping, all in rapid succession following a long road trip through mountains, my car is now sitting at a local Honda dealer as I wait to hear back from American Honda with their "verdict". I will press for them to cover the full cost: $3200 for a Honda remanufactured trans., and have already added my name to the 400+ people regarding a possible class-action: Stamell & Schager (212) 566-4356. I imagine the high resale value that Honda is known for, is now out the window with this incident on my CARFAX record!!!
2009Jun 03
Accord EX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 56,000 miles
File a complaint with the NHTSA for these transmission failures ? phone ? 1-888-327-4236. They are launching an investigation about the transmission failures which could cause loss of life! They can cause Honda to recall the transmission problems.
As all of you already know, transmission failure and slippage (going out of gear) is a recurring problem with Honda Transmissions on the Accords. I was pulling out onto the highway when it slipped and could only see a truck barreling towards me. Luckily, there was no one in the left lane and they switched before I could get my car off the road.
I only have 56K miles on my car and have always taken care of it. Honda is trying to zap me with a $3,700 repair bill which I am contesting.
I have filed a complaint with the NHTSA ? phone ? 1-888-327-4236. They asked that all of you file a complaint (very easy to do over the phone). They have several other complaints already and will launch an investigation especially since there was a voluntary recall in 2001.
Please call and complain before someone is killed from this slippage problem, if there already hasn?t been.
Thank you.
Update from Aug 5, 2009: Honda gave me a 50% discount on the transmission repair. I had the oil changed and had them put the towing bill on the invoice. So they gave me the discount on everything. Still won't buy a Honda again. Actually, the customer service people at American Honda wanted me to pay more money than the dealer quoted me. So just be aware when you call them that the dealer may actually give you a better discount.
American Honda said the number of transmission failures are small compared to the number of Honda Accords that they sell. I wonder if they still feel that way now that the bottom fell out of new car sales.
Lastly, this huge expense came at a terrible time as I just lost my job on Monday after 10 years with the company. So, I could really use the $1800 that I paid for the transmission. Well, at least I have a car to search for a job!
2009May 29
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 57,900 miles
Original owner of 2002 V6 Accord, 57,900 miles, with similar transmission problems mentioned by others, but without check engine light or D4 flashing light. After doing research took car to Honda dealer for diagnosis, dealer confirmed beginning of transmission failure. Furnished dealer with service records, which included changing transmission fluid in conjunction with previous three oil changes. Honda service advisor contacted Honda representative, faxed service records to them and they agreed to pick up 75% of replacement transmission/labor. Out of pocket was $650 and now have 3 year, 36,000 mile warranty.
2007Jan 01
Accord LX 4c
- Automatic transmission
- 82,000 miles
My 2002 Honda Accord experienced transmission problems at the 80,000 mark in the year 2007. Slipping ever so slightly. Pull and tugs when put into drive. That is only 16K miles a year. Mostly highway miles. I'd done everything right for the car as far as maintenance. 3,000 miles later it got worse. That is when I went about the whole circle of Inquiring on Honda transmissions to Dealership to Case# to District Field Manager. And back to Honda dealership to have them inspect my car and charge me over $100.00+ only to tell me Exactly what my mechanic(on technical terms) and myself(what was obvious to me) already knew – the Transmission was gone. And I need a new one.
What Brand Name as Great as Honda could build such a car that a transmission would Die at that mileage or less? Why all the hype and BS on how great foreign cars are in comparison to US cars? They are all machines built by humans and other machines. Some at high labor rates and others at lower rates, Same crap. Sometimes these companies get so wrapped up in competition that cars have to to finished ASAP - regardless of the outcome. Imagine if you went to the hospital for surgery and they had to fix you up ASAP regardless of your outcome later? Won't happen. Why? Because there are Lawsuits involved. Major ones. Which is why Doctors/Hospitals have to carry huge insurance policies and have a good lawyer at their side.
But we are speaking about machines folks. And these car companies make so much money from you and me being sold on the Hype that their Car is the Best! A Hyundai is better than a Honda. And cheaper too. When you compare the Transmission issue at discussion. I am in no way downplaying Hyundai. It is a car also. A machine. Just a different Brand. You know, like Levis jeans to 7 Brand jeans.
And so, without going off the deep end, here is what happened next. You will love this!
After 2 weeks of back and forth conversation with Honda, they decided to replace my Transmission. Great! At no extra charge! They ordered me a new transmission and shipped it to the dealership in Valley Stream, NY. At 83,000 miles, my Honda Accord had a New Life. A New Heart! And telling Honda how grateful I was and satisfied - so much that I would buy Honda again. Yes!
But not so fast folks. Because 50,000 miles later, I am in the same boat again. The Brand New Transmission that they replaced in my car is done. Over. Dead! Can you believe that? Only 50,000 miles of life on this one. Not 83,000. And, I did not even have the chance to drive my car for an extra 3,000 miles. I pulled the car out one morning, and it happened on that one day drive.
I called Honda again only to be told that they will not look at the problem in so far as the Transmission is concerned. Honda will look at the problem in the sense that my car has 133,000 miles on it. They will not look at it in the consumer sense that – their New Transmission only lasted 50,000 miles.
And so folks, I can give a shot to see what they may do. Or, I can choose to say that – I will buy a bicycle. Get some exercise. Not have to pay for gas. And really Go Green! That is going Green! All the other hype is BS. As long as you are in a vehicle putting out fumes, you are Not Green.
I am Red right now. Seeing Red as may be said. Red at Honda for putting all of us consumers at a loss. Next time, buy American at least. Let's keep the pissed off people here in the Good Ole USA.
Thank you.
2009Apr 28
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 97,500 miles
Add me to the list of unsatisfied Honda Accord owners. I bought this car thinking I would be driving it for 150,000 miles, at least (with some maintenance of course). I was told it was a reliable car that would last me 200,000 miles if I took care of it, and I did. I bought it brand new in 2002, changed the oil regularly, etc. At 96,000 miles, the transmission began slipping in 3rd. When I found out it cost over $3,000 to bring it back to manufacture standards, I said forget it. I was not about to put that kind of money in a 7-year-old car. To find out they knew about this problem with the valves and did nothing about it. Never will a buy a Honda again. Thing didn't even last to 100,000 miles. Most Hyundai last that.
2008Nov 12
Accord VP
- Automatic transmission
- 78,000 miles
So far I purchased two accords, both of them have transmission problems. My first accord is a used one built in 1989. At 90,000 miles the transmission jerked badly, I thought that maybe the previous owner did not take care of the car. Instead of learning a lesson, I bought a new accord VP in 2002. At only 78,000 miles in 2008, this new accord transmission started jerking badly. I dropped the accord to local Union Park Honda dealer for checking. They charged me $50 and told me the transmission is fine. But afterward, the jerking got worse over time. So I brought my car for checking again 3 months later, they charged me another $50 and told me that the transmission is bad and need to be replaced. The cost for repairing is $2900, and they are willing to give me $600 discount. I spoke with American Honda, and the case manager was not able to help me anything. I don't have money to fix the problem now. I used to trust Honda reputation, now here is what I got. I would like to talk with American Honda again. How come that I paid premium price for accord and got a sh*tty car in return? Do not buy Honda car in future!
2009May 01
Accord LX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 84,000 miles
Honda is a big rip off and is betraying customers saying that they last long. It is not true friends.....My 2002 Honda Accord..all of a sudden starts jerking and slipping the transmission. I always had timely service and maintenance...I don't know how the heck this can happen???? Also my Honda dealer said it would cost me $3100+ dollars to get it fixed...When I protested, Honda said they will reduce the cost to $2300. But my questions is.." Why the Heck I would pay for some thing which is manufactured wrong?" And There are 140+ customers complaining about it. Lets do the class action law suit....anyone interested..please email me on patelnicu@gmail.com
2008Jul 16
Accord SE 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 143,000 miles
Hey, I thought I was the only one. My car has been slipping and jerking for sometime. Back in 2006-2007 the dealership (Honda) told me to be careful because there was a loose piece somewhere in my transmission. They didn't know what it was. The car didn't start slipping really bad until 2008-2009. It seemed to clear up whenever I got my oil changed. Now I just recently had a diagnostic from Honda and they said its the transmission. I was told by a mechanic that there were a lot of people with the same problem. The should have been a recall from Honda. I'm pissed!
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2009Nov 09
Accord EX V4
Unfortunately I decided on buying this car on 2002 Sep/Oct. The problems were unlimited
1. In one month the heater blower went bad
2. In less than 2 years Brake master cylinder went bad
3. In less than 3 years transmission started slipping at less than 35000 miles on the car. I was lucky. I had 5 years extended warranty.
All the above got covered under warranty.
4. Again the transmission started slipping now at 68,000 miles on the car
Is that the Honda transmission lives only for 30-35 K miles? Called the Honda dealer and he says it costs 3000-3500$ and they can give only 6 months warranty on the replaced transmission. I asked him "Why 6 months only. Don't you believe in Honda transmissions your self?" and irony is....... he said YES.
My friend bought a 2003 Accord after seeing me buying one. and his transmission also got replaced at 35-40K miles.
I have a 1992 Toyota Camry and it never gave any problem till now. I feel that this Honda car is a big curse on my family. Myself or my friend will never buy a Honda again and we will never suggest Honda to any one.
Honda company is interested in selling more cars than taking care of the car quality. More than quality it is a safety issue. My wife was driving the car with my kid and the car suddenly dropped the speed and didn't move on an express way.
It is not acceptable. If this is the case, soon no one will prefer Honda. Honda should recall for this transmission issues and increase the warranty to 10 year/100,000 miles at least.
mathurv
Cupertino, CA, USA
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