8.4
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$2,300.00
Average Mileage:
72,322 miles
Total Complaints:
5 complaints
Most common solutions:
- complete rebuild of transmission (internal hydraulic leak) (2 reports)
- not sure (2 reports)
- dealer under recall notice inspection with option to replace (1 reports)
transmission problem
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2009Apr 09
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 86,992 miles
This is the first major problem experienced on our Accord - we bought it new in 2003 (was it a mistake?). I noticed the transmission reving as I brake (no matter how fast/slow I'm driving). Apparently there was a recall on some 2003 models (my VIN is not included). I called the dealer/service manager and was told that my VIN has no recall other than the windshield wiper assembly - this is what I had also been told when I inquired with Honda Canada. A mechanic I know said that he suspects premature gear wear and the need for a new transmission/rebuild in the near future. Until then, we are to change the transmission fluid often.
2009Apr 13
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 90,720 miles
The transmission began to rev upon breaking, even if travelling at low speed. A local mechanic checked it out and suggested the premature gear wear as the transmission fluid revealed such. I contacted our local dealer (where I purchased the car new) and was told there was no recall on my VIN (though it's doing the same thing that those recalled did). VERY FRUSTRATING - Is there any help in Canada?
Update from Jul 29, 2009: Now - to better describe the problem -- the rpm reveal that the transmission is not reving as I'm braking, instead this should be described as loud tire noise --- like a lawn tractor winding down.......
I'm still searching for options.
2008Oct 01
Accord EX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 84,500 miles
Honda will not cover cost because warranty was for 6 years or 75,000 miles -- I want to now how to start a lawsuit against the company for their systemic problem that has not been rectified -- this blunder caused by them has cost me 2350.00 dollars for a rebuild.
2004Jun 18
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 69,000 miles
The 2003 Honda Accord with V6 engine was recalled for potential (and soon to become a chronic problem) premature failure of the automatic five speed transmission. This is nearly identical to the previous generation Acura TL five speed automatic transmission. Both transmissions have bad premature wear issues, but in the case of the Honda a fix was put in place. The car was recalled in 2004 to have an inspection and an oil cooler installed to cool the transmission gears. Now after 69000 miles the transmission is still going strong although signs of wear are starting to show (late shifts when cold, hesitates on shifting from time to time).
The key question is did Honda really fix the problem or just delay it? Only time will tell. The fix was someone time consuming although it was free. The car was left for a full day for the repair to be made - about 8 hours. This is still better than my last car, which was a 2001 Acura TL - the transmission failed at 60000 miles and was replaced, no fix was developed and it is expected to fail again at 120000 miles (I sold the car).
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2009Aug 07
Accord EX
Last Friday I started my 2003 Accord EX and noticed the engine light stayed on. Next day, I drove to the dealer for a diagnostic. After three hours they told me the oxygen sensor has to be replaced (cost around $400 part & labor) and advised me to replace the transmission because of the excessive wear. They weren't be able to give me an exact quote but said it would be $2,500 or higher! I was shocked! My car has been lightly driven and well maintained in the dealer. It has only 30,400 miles on it! I looked up on internet for information and called the Honda Customer Service. The guy was nice and said Honda America will contact me within 48 hours. They did but the most they can do is knock off $1,000 from a $2,900 replacement. I'm not happy and I won't buy another Honda and I will tell everybody I know not to buy a Honda!
Any idea about a class action Lawsuit?
nbethesdamd
N Bethesda, MD, USA
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