9.5
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$2,976.00
Average Mileage:
100,166 miles
Total Complaints:
116 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (48 reports)
- paid for a new transmission (30 reports)
- honda paid partial "goodwill repair" (12 reports)
- replace transmission (12 reports)
- rebuilt transmission at friends shop (5 reports)
- fixed with new warranty from transmission specialty shop (4 reports)
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2012Apr 25
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 120,000 miles
Just had transmission fluid drain and the car started to jerk and stopped. The car was still running, but could not go forward nor backwards. The dealership where I purchased the car from is helping with towing the car to a dealer they use. I would like to know how do you file a complaint on Honda Corporation? This is so weird that everybody talk highly of Honda's and this is how they treat us. You know the LORD will have the last say so in this matter. I pray that know one has to lose a life or get hurt in a serious matter for the Honda Corp step up to the plate. Can I get the President involve or somebody that he knows? We should all email the Corporate Office of Honda this website.
2012Apr 12
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 94,365 miles
The transmission died on the road without any warning. Cars were beeping at me because the car would not move more than 2MPH. I managed to get off 2 main roads with cars whizzing by onto a side road where I had to call a tow service to bring it to a transmission dealer. Since it happened today I am not sure how much it is going to cost to fix.
Update from May 8, 2012: Consumers need to file their complaint with the Federal Trade Commission as well 877-382-4357 as well as the National Highway Transportation and Safety 1888 327-4236. They track complaints and if there are many, an investigation takes place.
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2012Mar 30
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 150,091 miles
I am a former Aircraft Mechanic and the transmission in our Honda appears rather significant. The car demonstrated a loss of forward momentum while in the Drive position; traveling at 30 mph; RPMs increased but car continued to decrease in speed. As others have stated - it was similar to placing the shifting lever into neutral. One day later, the transmission would not respond to the inputs from the shifter. Trans fluids good; car has been remarkably wonderful up to this point. Service record of the vehicle is remarkable; purchased used in 2006. Will not take to the dealer because they charge too high of a rate per hour. Seeking an answer from a certified transmission repairman in the local area. I will request to observe and photograph the failed items. I was going to video tape the actual symptoms, but feel it is a waste of time since I do not see the Honda Corporation doing anything to retify an obvious trend in a failed component. Good thing they do not build airplanes :)
2012Mar 30
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 85,000 miles
Prettty much the same story as everyone else. I was driving on the highway and all the sudden the transmission flipped into neutral. Giving it gas just revved the engine. It would not go into gear in either D or D3. I coasted down to about 30 mph before the gears would engage again. After nearly getting killed several times on the highway, I managed to make it off and take surface streets straight to the dealership. They said they wouldn't be able to look at it until next week, so I'm not sure if it's dead yet.
As I left the dealership, the car decided to work just fine, but I'm afraid it will die again in the next couple of days. I took it to my normal mechanic who said it may be a flaky solenoid in the transmission, and wait to see if it happens again...Judging by the rest of this forum it's going to happen again, and it's going to be expensive.
Did anyone start that class action? If so, I'm in as soon as this thing dies in the next couple days.
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2012Mar 22
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 78,000 miles
My car had 78,000 miles and with no warning, noise, or grinding, the transmission went. I called Honda and they said it would cost between $4000.00 and $5000.00 to put in a new transmission. They told me it was not under warrenty. I found this article.
Despite a huge recall in 2004 and a class-action settlement in 2006, many Honda owners are still having serious problems with the automatic transmissions of their Accords, Odysseys and Pilots, requiring thousands of dollars in repairs.
In some cases, transmissions have failed on vehicles recalled in 2004 for a repair that Honda told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration would fix the safety defect.
Below is the link
http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/01/08/honda-transmission-problems-seem-to-persist/
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2012Mar 02
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 88,600 miles
There was no warning no symptoms, as I pulled away from a stoplight it was like the transmission was put into neutral I barely got it off the road to a turn lane. I let is sit, put it back in low and it moved the car enough to get it out of danger but obviously something had failed. I had it towed to honda dealer who told me they got it to repeat the problem and the transmission had to be replaced, not repaired they aren't allowed to repair them so it is a transmssion rebuilt by Honda. What a rip off. This car has not been driven hard or abused, with only 88,500 miles, this is obviously a design or engineering defect, The fluid was clean and full. I am amazed they have gotten away with this and have not been hung out there like Toyota. If there is a class action suit being filed, I would like to know about it. We have really liked our Hondas (my wife has a CRV) but it too had a premature AC compressor problem. I think a Subaru or Fords may be in our future especially if Honda won't make restitution and make it right. I am calling their representative tomorrow.
2012Mar 06
Accord EX 3.0L
- Automatic transmission
- 99,000 miles
I have a honda and just like everyone else complaining the transmission is failing at 99k miles. wtf i bought a honda because of reliability this sucks so bad honda needs to do something about this too many complaints about this. i am disgusted with honda
2012Jan 25
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 87,000 miles
On 1/25/12 with 87k miles my transmission decided to go out. I have faithfully had the transmission fluid changed at approximately every 30k miles, which is more frequently than recommended. While driving to work (70 miles from my house) my transmission decided to fail while merging into traffic, nearly causing me to get broadsided. The only warning I had was the transmission slipped a little when shifting and only that same day. I shopped around found that AAMCO would rebuild the transmission for $3500 and was the only company that offered a lifetime warranty. So after paying $3500 for the rebuild and $150 for a car rental for the week, my transmission was repaired. I contacted American Honda customer service today hoping to get some Goodwill Repair reimbursement and was told that they don't reimburse for "rebuilt" transmissions and that Honda just installs a new transmission. Why would I pay upwards of $5k for a faulty transmission that might last me another 60k miles? This makes no sense. If anyone is aware of a class action lawsuit or would like to be involved in one please contact me. With over 100 people on this site alone, I believe this is a valid complaint.
2012Jan 25
Accord DX
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
American Honda customer service says its again there policy for a customer to talk to a manager on the phone. My car has only 75000 miles on it and the transmission fails. That should not be the case. Then they have the nerve to attempt to make me pay to tow it, pay to diagnose it and pay to tow it back. Honda is serious attempting to rip me off and now help me at all. Especially with there was a recall on models ranging from the 1999 to 2004 Honda accords. I own a Honda accord 2004. I guarantee is this situation isn't resolve I will not longer support Honda vehicles anymore. This is just not far, Honda is aware of the issue regardless of what car it is and should definitely honor the transmission if its defective.
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2012Jan 10
Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 60,000 miles
is any class action to join?; I can see that it is Honda manufacturer fault, please let me know.
2012Jan 21
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 80,000 miles
This is my 5th Honda. I buy Honda's specifically because I expect these kinds of problems not to happen. I'm very appreciative of Honda Corporate splitting the cost with me but the safety of my family was at risk plus not knowing how long the rebuilt transmission will last.
Also - thanks for the great web site!
2011Oct 26
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 103,951 miles
The transmission let go while traveling on the freeway and was lucky we did not get rear ended by another vehicle. Was able to coast to the side of the road and call AAA. We were on our way to NC and this happend in PA and we had to spend 4 nights at a local hotel (added cost) with our cat. The dealer had to order the transmission and then install it which took 3 days. They were able to get HONDA to pay 25% which still left us with a bill of over $3100.00. We understand there was a recall on the 2004 honda's for a transmission problem but it was Vin specific. This is our second Honda and it will be our last. The vehicle was regularly serviced and was serviced just a few days before leaving on our trip. Getting Honda to pay 25% was nice but we believe they should pay much more as this has happend to many other Hondas of the same year.
2011Dec 27
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 69,000 miles
We have a V6 2004 Honda Accord EX with 69,000 miles. It is a one owner, one-driver vehicle that has been serviced only at the dealership where it was purchased new.
We are fortunate that we are not in the hospital today (or worse) as the result of a total transmission failure yesterday. It happened on one of the busiest highway exchanges in Dallas, TX. After finally limping through curved ramps we managed to sputter across lanes of traffic, barely making it into a parking lot. We had it towed to the original dealership, took a cab home and received a phone call later in the day. We were then told that the car needs a total transmission replacement and were quoted a price. That was it. We are protesting this and hope for an amicable settlement from Honda. Today I see Honda transmission issues all over the Web and I'm wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience with the 2004 V6 Honda Accord EX that has only 69,000 miles on it? Or even with more or less mileage than that?
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2011Sep 19
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
Let's see exactly what Honda can do.....at 75,000 for a 04 Honda Accord, the dealer wants $4500.....a transmission shop will do it for 2500. I want to pay 0, and think they should pay ME for the trouble and fact that my son could have been injured when the transmission failure occurred. Ridiculous! I was getting ready to buy another Honda because this one has never had any issues before......
2011Dec 16
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 109,345 miles
lets just say i went from a honda lover to a honda hater and the sad thing is i still have to pay the car off . lent the car to a friend and of course some how the transmission gives out and honda wants nearly 5 g to fix with no help from honda because the transmission is one that was recalled in there eyes so after losing my entire safety net from being out of work to due to an injury. i get to pray the timing belt holds and i can get the payments made . i know its a nice looking car but buyer beware and if you're smart listen to all of us when we say stay away from these cars unless its free.
2011Jan 20
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 90,000 miles
I bought this car as my once in a lifetime "Dream Car". It was claimed by Honda to be a car that would last, with correct maintenance for well over 250,000 miles. Now it's sitting in my garage for almost a year because the transmission failed catastrophically with only 90,000 miles and it will cost $6000 to repair it! On top of that, once I paid for the car in full, HONDA lost the title and I went through pure hell for well OVER a year getting them to replace it!! Under NO circumstances should a car of this level and PRICE experience any kind of failure of this nature at that mileage. Honda has KNOWN these transmissions were junk since 1999 and continued to sell them, AND claim how great this car was, AND that you could expect reliable drive train operation for well over 200,000 miles. They are as corrupt as an auto manufacturer can be! There should have been a recall. I received nothing! I want my transmission RELACED with a new one, a properly re-designed new one.
2011Dec 10
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 107,000 miles
No gripe, no yelling yet. I have been faithfully taking this car to Honda dealer for recommended maintenance. I am surprised such a major failure has occurred with my car and I expect to come to a amicable solution with Honda. Let's see.
2011Aug 20
Accord Exlv V6
- Automatic transmission
- 162,000 miles
The car starts up in the runs for about 10-15 minutes and then their is no power to the transmission the engine is racing but the car is slowing down and jerking. The honda dealership is high strung about the Vin number although the 2004 Accord V6 transmission was on a recall if that specific vin is not listed they are not covering the repair. the problem is exactly the problem of the recall. Below is the recall
Corporate June 30, 2004
American Honda Expands Voluntary Transmission Recall to Certain Honda and Acura Automobiles
TORRANCE, Calif., June 29, 2004 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today announced that it will expand its existing voluntary recall of light truck models for a potential transmission defect to include certain Honda and Acura passenger cars. The voluntary action involves approximately 499,000 Honda and Acura passenger vehicles with V6 engines and 5-speed automatic transmissions. Affected models include certain 2003 and early 2004 model Accord V6 sedans and coupes, 2000-2003 and early 2004 Acura TL sedans, and 2001-2003 Acura CL coupes.
The company has found only one confirmed instance of a transmission failure related to this defect in its passenger cars, with no accidents or injuries. “We are acting out of an abundance of caution to ensure that this doesn’t become an issue for our customers,’” said Tom Elliott, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
The situation is created by insufficient lubrication of the transmission’s secondary shaft second gear that can occur under certain driving conditions. Prolonged operation under these conditions can lead to heat build-up and under certain circumstances may eventually result in chipped or broken gear teeth or breakage of the gear. In the event of a chipped or broken tooth, the owner will likely experience abnormal noise from the transmission and seek repairs. In rare instances, this condition may lead to gear breakage and possible locking of the vehicle’s transmission, creating a potential safety hazard.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted via mail and will be asked to take their vehicle to an authorized Honda or Acura dealer to be repaired free of charge. Customer mailings will begin in late July. In most cases, the repair involves a simple gear inspection, which is accomplished without removing or disassembling the transmission, and a modification to increase the flow of transmission fluid to the affected gear. If there is any indication of damage to the gear, the dealer will replace the complete transmission assembly. Customers concerned about the condition of their vehicle may visit Honda’s Ownerlink website. Customers may also contact their local Honda or Acura dealer, or call Honda customer service or Acura customer service.
Note: This information is being released in conjunction with an announcement concerning a related recall action for Honda models in Japan.
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2011Jul 27
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 96,875 miles
Apparently my story is all too common.
I was merging onto the 405 freeway in Los Angeles. I hit about 40 MPH and then the transmission slipped and would not shift. I quickly made my way to the shoulder and was able to take the next exit. This was very dangerous as vehicles were bearing down on me as I lost the transmission.
I'm hoping for some Goodwill help from Honda as the service guy estimated at least $4000 for a new transmission. This will determine if I will ever buy another Honda.
What happened to Honda reliability?? What a shame.
2011Jul 10
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 88,000 miles
This is my second Honda and I always thought that Honda was a reliable company. I was about 2 hours away from home and my car started to slow down on it's own. I would give it gas but I got nothing. I drifted onto the side of the road and turned the car off. I tried it a couple minutes later and it started right up and I started driving when no more than 3/4 of a mile later the same thing happened. I was panicking because it was just me and my daughter and I knew that a tow from 2 hours away would be very costly. I did the on/off thing for the whole drive home and what should have taken 2 hours took 4 scary hours. Every time it downshifted on it's own and I lost speed I would have to find a place to drift into and turn the car off for a couple of minutes. The next day I called my local honda where the car was purchased (by my father in law) and they said it sounded like the transmission. I asked about a recall and they said there was none for my vin number. I asked what did that mean and they said some were recalled and some were not. They suggested I call the corporate office and gave me the number. I am not the original owner and this caused a problem at corporate even though I bought the car from my father in law, who at the time lived with us and got his license taken away because of seizures 11 months after he drove his new car off the lot. Corporate said they could not help and Honda said $4213.00 for your fix. I was devastated. I bought the car from my father in law because I had a Honda Civic before and it was a great car. I would have gone to an independent garage but my husband said it was best to take it to Honda and let them fix their Faulty transmission. Let them know we have one of their lemons. Honda should really step up and recall. This is life threatening and scary. Needless to say I have a rebuilt transmission that cost $4213.00 it comes with 36,000miles or 3 years warranty. Guess what I'm doing when either one approaches? Getting rid of Honda and going American.
2011Sep 08
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 101,343 miles
Honda Accord EX V6 Automatic Transmission
Transmission total failure without any warning with only 101,343 miles on a hill in Seattle, WA during rush hour traffic. Had to have towed to repair shop and rented a car for two weeks. Contacted Honda Customer Service to voice our complaint with no satisfaction given. Total disappointment in Honda products, thought they were bullet proof.
2011Oct 06
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 102,000 miles
My transmission died at 102,000 miles in my 2004 Honda Accord (automatic transmission). It went from running perfect to a paper weight in 24 hours
Blue Book trade in value is $6000 max. Dealer estimate repair cost is $4500 + there's a scheduled timing belt replacement at the next service. Total repair cost will be $5400. Basically, my Accord lasted me 7 years, 100,000 miles. Who would ever buy another Honda after going through this.
2011Jun 17
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 150,153 miles
Transmission downshifted without warning into lowest gear causing the car to jerk and decelerate very rapidly, which resulted in lost control of the vehicle. After coming to a stop transmission would not engage, leaving the car disabled in the middle of the highway.
2011Sep 15
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 163,000 miles
Shocked to have a complete failure of transmission.
2011Sep 13
Accord EX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 65,000 miles
This transmission was recalled in 2004 and they installed an oil jet kit and extra lubrication to help prevent it from failing. The "fix" clearly did not work and it failed after on 65,000 miles. The dealership refuses to pay for the repair despite knowing these are faulty transmissions. Not only is this an extreme inconvenience, but it put my safety and the safety of my two year old daughter at risk. The transmission failed while I took my daughter to school and I was stuck on a hill with semis behind me.
2011Aug 26
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 86,000 miles
Seems as though I'm not the only one that feels there is something seriously wrong with the way Honda is making these vehicles. I also have a 2004 V6 Honda Accord with the transmission failing at 86000 miles. I've always been dedicated to buying Honda vehicles with the notion that they are really good cars and last a long time... until now.
I have always kept up with the oil changes and general maintenance and don't understand how the transmission has gone out. While driving the gears first began to slip in and out and then completely stalled. Of course I take it in right away and find it's gonna cost $3800 to fix.
Oh wait let me not forget to mention the fact that I had purchased an extended 3yr or 100,000 mile warranty when I first got the car in 2008. So I think great then this should be covered, yet to my surprise when I contact Honda care they state it had expired 3months ago and I would need to pay for the repairs out of pocket. I was livid!!! The only option they gave at that time was to take it to a Honda shop, pay for the diagnostic and then speak with the Honda Service Manager about contacting Honda to possibly get a portion of the repairs fixed. Mind you the vehicle is not drivable, so I would of had to pay for a tow to get the car from the current body shop to Honda, pay an additional fee for another diagnostic, and get a quote that's likely a lot more than the private shop only on the POSSIBILITY that Honda MIGHT pay a portion, which can be ANY percentage they choose. In the event they are not willing to pay, or the percentage is low that then means I either pay more at the dealership than I would of at the private shop, or I pay for another tow to take it back.
Maybe it's just me but this seems like an enormous amount of work to be done for just a possibility, especially when the transmission shouldn't be going out this early on and with such low mileage. In addition to the fact that it's obvious this is a problem with numerous vehicles and people and a manufacturers issue.
2011Aug 26
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 181,000 miles
I was driving my 2004 Honda Accord in Huntsville, Alabama on 231/431 in rush hour traffic when the transmission just quite pulling, I was almost rear ended. I was able to coast the car until I got to an exit and pushed it the rest on the way to a nearby gas station. I sat there a few minutes car would not move in any gears only made a high pitch whin noise. I turned the car off and let it sit for about 10 minutes than started it back up put it in drive and drove it for about a block drove fine and than went out again. I parked the Accord and called my dad to bring a trailer so I could get it home. I got home and Googled my transmission problem only to find many complaints on this issue. Honda should do a recall on this transmission before someone gets killed.
2011Aug 12
Accord 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 119,000 miles
2004 Honda Accord, original owner with 119,xxx miles. Have documented history of dealer recommended service on everything, even down to the recommended oil changes. On 3/19/11, replaced the transmission fluid as recommended, cleaned magnetic plug, replaced drain plug seal and replaced with new Honda transmission fluid. Inspect seals and tranny for leaks. - Nothing documented whether their were leaks or not by the dealer on vehicle work history. Honda Case Manager says that the 2nd gear was fixed in 2005 after recall was given. However, the work history states, "Inspect 2nd gear and install lubrication kit on transmission. Inspection show no problems." There is not clear definition that this was completed only that there was an inspection and that the inspection showed no problems. In the work history, the Honda technician will claim either "performed" or "adjusted" as it pertains to a solvable problem. Case in point - "perform tire rotation, radial cross pattern, bias in front to rear pattern. perform this operation every 7500 miles", or "replaced rear brake pads". $5100 quote, with a 3yr/36xxx warranty, for a re-manufactured transmission is insane and an unthinkable amount of money for this repair. When other repair shops are quoting prices in the upper teens ($1800) with a 2 year warranty, what is a person to do. Go with the logical choice, right!
2011Jun 08
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 123,000 miles
Honda dealer tried to "sell" us the lame brained idea that it is normal for an Accord's transmission to fail at 123,000 miles! Advised that my 2008 Subaru Outback has 360,000 on the original transmission & engine. Wish I'd known about Honda's transmission problems then--might have negotiated a break on the $4200 quote to drop a new off-the-shelf transmission into the car. On the other hand it would have probably failed too. Ended up with an AAMCO rebuild for $3500. Will sell/trade before that warranty expires. No more Honda's in this family.
2011Jul 08
Accord EX 3.2lV6
- Automatic transmission
- 120,000 miles
does anybody know ,how to file a suit against honda of america? tranny has gone at 120000 miles.That's not a lot mileage for a Honda.Dealer wants $39000 to fix it.They've had lots of complaints on the tranny at even less mileage than mine.Please help me.
2011Jun 10
Accord L V-6
- 177,000 miles
Bought car brand new. I first complained about transmission failure on 01/07 (the first complaint in this list). Did it again. Driving from Las Cruces, NM to San Antonio, TX, right after I drove 500 miles, the transmission just died on me in the middle of nowhere (Junction City, TX). Towed car to Gunn HONDA IN San Antonio, even without looking at veh. they wanted between $3000. to $3500. for a new transmission plus oil, taxes, etc. Towed car to Houston, TX where a qualified Honda specialist is repairing the veh, as I write this for ( $1800. to $2300.) Unbelievable! At 37,000. the transm. had to be replaced, see complaint # 1 in this list.
2011May 13
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 82,000 miles
Same story as all the rest. Very well maintained 2004 Accord V6 Automatic. At 82,000 miles, the transmission slipped a few times, and then just died. Out of warranty, I called Honda Corp, and they said to bring it to the Dealer for inspection ($120). I did. Like all the other Honda trannys, this had an 'internal mechanical malfunction'. Dealer and corporate said, 'Sorry, out of warranty, $5k please". I pressed asking for some good faith, I mean seriously, I know dozens of friends with similar issues in Odysseys and Acuras with the same transmission era. The 04 Accord Recall did not include mine. Corp. response: "Since you have a non-Honda oil filter (no, not the tranny filter), and used an independent shop for maintenance - we'll give you NOTHING. I'd rather have cash, but it turns out they did give me something:
1. A great reason to never buy another Honda
2. A story to share for any thinking that Honda stands behind their vehicles
3. A reason to post to every Honda website voicing my experience with Corp. and the dealer until such time a recall is in place.
2011May 16
Accord EX 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 85,125 miles
I bought this 2004 honda to replace my 1998 that had over 180,000 and it is a terrible. What happened to Honda Quality???? this one has 85,000 miles and the transmission started to slip. when i took it to the dealer ship they said that it is the transmission and it needs to be replaced. I will never buy another Honda!!!!!!!
2011Jan 03
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 125,000 miles
Just when I needed a trustworthy vehicle, as my company closed after 18 years and left me without an income! I come to find out there is a known problem with the Honda transmissions! Can't afford $3200! Church may help in paying! PTL
2011Feb 23
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 98,000 miles
The worst problem, that took place in January, was when I was gong 65 mph on the freeway and my car COMPLETLY shut off on me. I was horrified that I would be hit and crashed into, because nothing worked.The only thing that worked were my breaks. I couln't put the emergency lights on or even use my signals, or excelurate. I merged to the shoulder as quickly as possible and just panicked. I almost got hit by a passing vehicle. When I was pulled over to the side, I tried to get my car to do anything but was unsuccessful. I tried turning the car on and off, pressing on the gas pedal, using my emergency lights, but nothing happened. It wasn't until minutes later, when the car had been off for a while, that it started back up. I happened to be right by the Norm Reeves Honda, in Cerritos where the car was actually purchased from, but the service tech refused to help because it was a Sunday. I as so upset that he wouldn't help me, because he saw I was frantic. After this, I was too scared to drive anywhere, so I decided to go home and it shut off again this time on the street. After that, the same problem has gotten even worse. Yesterday, on February 23 2011, my car shut off while I was driving to work on the streets. I called Palmdale's Honda dealership and made an appointment to come in immediately. I explained all the problems I was experiencing with my vehicle to the tech. He chargged over one hundred dollars just to look at the car. But he never even mentioned that this was a reaccuring problem with 2003 and 2004 Honda's. Upon searching online, I found out that Honda had a recall for cars like mine. The tech told me that I needed a new transmission and it would cost $3,500 to fix. So now I have no car, and it's not even paid off. And my car is sitting in my garage, and I can't drive it.
2011Feb 20
Accord EX 3.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 113,000 miles
JUST called Honda. Told me to take it in to a authorized dealer. Wondering what that will cost. Expecting them to confirm what I already know. Bad transmission. This is my second Honda with a transmission to go bad. Last one was the Odysessy . This will be Honda,s last chance to do the right thing by me. If they don't replace this transmission without charging me they will have lost both my husband Robert and I forever as customers.
2011Apr 16
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 64,825 miles
The car had a few problems going from reverse to drive. I was driving around doing errands and I started to go up a hill homeward and the car started having problems shifting and seemed to go in neutral. I drove it to Honda on Monday and after a $70 diagnostic fee (why wouldn't they know the problem based on the year and model of the car??) was told that there was "total internal clutch failure". This Honda dealership had serviced my car less than 2,000 miles ago and at that time I was told there were no problems. So I am fighting with them to see if Honda will do any goodwill contributions to the repair. I used to love Hondas and always praised their reliability and the fact that they could go forever (my Civic in high school had 400,000 miles). Unless Honda can help me out, I will no longer be a loyal Honda person.
2011Feb 17
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 105,000 miles
Was driving home and car started to downshift and jerk every time I applied the brakes and would slip when trying to accelerate. Had car towed home and changed the transmission fluid myself the next morning. Car seemed to run fine for a little over a month and problem returned. Was driving on the Florida Turnpike and tried to accelerate around another car, the car shifted into neutral and rev to about 7000rpm. Got to the side of the road, turned off and let rest for a few. When I turned it back on it ran fine. Called the dealer and they said I need to replace transmission without even looking at it (seemed odd.) Talked to Honda Corporate and they got back to me the next day. Asked me what kind of assistance I am looking for. I explained to them that after having these problems with my car I started looking online and found hundreds of these same complaints with my year and model of Honda. Was told they can't just take online chat as fact and again asked what kind of assistance I am looking for. I asked them what they are willing to do for me since it appears that this is a Honda problem and not some fault of mine. They told me that mechanical parts fail and I explained to them that mechanical parts don't fail intermittently from wear. Was told they will get back to me. I will have to say that this is the first Honda I have owned and I bought it used. I don't believe I will ever own another. After looking into the situation, it appears that Honda doesn't really stand behind their products and aren't much of a company. They have the shortest power train warranty on the market. Even their newest vehicles are only warrantied for 60k. Not impressed.
2011Mar 28
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 78,500 miles
Complete failure, replaced with re manufactured unit at an independent shop.
2011Jan 31
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 123,300 miles
The transmission on my 2004 Accord went without warning during rush hour on a busy highway (Interstate 84 in the town of Southeast, NY) and I was lucky to be able to pull off to the shoulder. I had to have it transported to Mount Kisco Honda who informs me that the transmission is shot and will have to be replaced at a cost of over $4,000 and it will take more than a week to get the parts and make the repair. I later learned that there was a recall of this Accord model year (2004) for transmission problems that I was never notified of. Very aggravating. I will never buy a Honda again. Building cars with transmission problems is inexcusable and dangerous.
2011Mar 26
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 103,000 miles
I noticed that it had started to take a moment to switch from reverse to drive, but did not think too much of it. Then one day, I was driving home and went up a hill and felt the car start to jerk a little. When I reached the top of the hill I had zero acceleration. The engine continued to rev up to 5000 rpm, but the car continued to slow down. I eventually had to pull off, let the car sit for a moment, then drive home going 40 mph with it in 3rd. The transmission fluid had a burning smell when I checked it. I had been looking for a new vehicle anyways, so I just traded it in before the whole transmission blew. I am highly disappointed that this seems to be a common problem with Accords and yet you never hear anything about it. I got a Toyota this time and after this, may never go back to Honda again.
2011Mar 03
Accord EX 3.5L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 133,000 miles
My car just suddenly stopped accelerating, seemingly shifted to neutral on its own as it just revved up as I stepped on the gas. I kept thinking, how could this happen to my Honda! They are supposed to be reliable as heck! After getting it towed to a mechanic and getting home, I searched the internet to see if there have been any similar reports of transmission failures on a Honda Accord. It is so bad to find out that there have been many cases. One website, hondaproblems.com, mentioned a recall and class action lawsuits for transmission problems. I go to my local dealer routinely for maintenance and they never mentioned anything about a recall. My hope is to get some help in paying the repair bills as from what I read, it could cost as much as $5000 to get this fixed! And it may soon just break again!
2011Mar 01
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 74,657 miles
My first visit to the dealer was unproductive, they did not admit a problem with the transmission and said they would diagnose the problem and get back to me. I went on the web to research any problems other Honda owners had had only to find that that there was a plethora of information on this particular defect and that my car had a recall issued by Honda in 2004 which I was not privy to.
The situation is ongoing and I feel that Honda has deliberately pulled the wool over owners eyes of these vehicles to prevent expensive repairs at their cost.
2011Mar 05
Accord LX 3.2L 6cy
- Automatic transmission
- 80,000 miles
Honda can't make a car that goes more than 80 thousand miles without a total failure of the transmission? This car had excellent care taken of it, oil changes, fluids always checked, etc. Had trans fluid drained/replaced at about 60k but I did not keep proof. Fluid was clean, not burned, same as now. Car began jerking downshifting, then began revving without acceleration (as when clutch would be pushed in auto trans car). Had to push it to side of road. Each time I turned off for a minute and started it, I could go a bit before it would fail again. Basically I limped home at idle speed. Called Honda, they said I had to bring it in...many miles from me. Also said Honda might make goodwill adjustment, no guarantees. No quotes on cost as they must see it first and THEY MUST DO THE REPAIR. From you website, I know, and from little things I've dealt with this dealership previously, they want top dollar for everything. My opinion is that Honda would fix this problem if I towed it in, charge me at least 150% more than a private shop, then offer me a small goodwill discount. Not for me. Seems the entire scheme is geared to extract money for incompetence. If the trans didn't fail, they'd make no money. But since it was inferior and was their fault, they get to make money. Profit from their inferior product. They seem to have it figured. Why isn't there a 100,000 mile power train warranty like other cars? Because they make money from this "system?" I want Honda to know that their reputation has taken a real hit with me and those I talk to, and many ask my advice. Personally, I don't think I will buy a Honda again. This is the first car I've owner that had a tranny failure, and it was one that was supposedly made to last. Well, this customer's satisfaction lasted about 80k miles and has now departed with the transmission. I think Honda KNEW they had a problem and ignored it, then turned it into a profit thing. Are they that greedy and money-grubbing?
2011Feb 25
Accord Coupe V6
- Automatic transmission
- 128,000 miles
Summary:
NO INDICATION OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ISSUES. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE OCCURRED ON INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH, PRESSED ON ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WAS ON INNERMOST LANE, HAD TO CROSS 3 INTERSTATE RIGHT LANES DURING COMMUTING HOUR WITH NO ACCELERATION (WAS LIKE DRIVING IN NEUTRAL). ABLE TO GET TO NEXT EXIT. WAS ON A DOWNSLOPE SO ABLE TO COAST DOWN. AT THE BASE OF THE HILL, STOPPED. COULD NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE ANYMORE, PRESS THE PEDAL IN D AND R AND WOULD NOT MOVE CALLED TOW TRUCK TO TOW ME TO HONDA DEALERSHIP 40 MILES AWAY CONSIDERED AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THIS IS THE FIRST OCCURRENCE OF TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH THIS VEHICLE. HONDA SERVICE REPAIR HAD TO REPLACE ALL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARTS. DEALERSHIP REQUESTED HONDA CORP DISTRICT MANAGER TO PAY FOR LABOR AND PARTS. DENIED . OPEN A COMPLAINT CASE WITH HONDA CORP. DENIED AGAIN. WAS A LOYAL CUSTOMER FOR 10 YEARS, 3 ACCORDS AND 1 CIVIC. ALL SERVICING WAS DONE BY HONDA DEALERSHIP
2011Feb 18
Accord LX 3.2L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 113,090 miles
k looks like this is a problem with the 04 accord not to happy about it.
was driving on the highway at around 120 km an hour when it started to red line dangerous. lucky no one was killed . than i had to get it towed looks like its going to cost 3600 to 4000 to fix Honda should be paying for this they need to identify they have a problem here theres going to be alot of very upset customers
2011Jan 03
Accord LX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 88,000 miles
You can add the 2004 Honda accord to the transmission rebuild. Just found out mine is costing about 2200. I am just now finding out about all of the transmission failures in the early 2000's models. I hope this transmission will last but I will NOT BUY another Honda. Beware. This problem should have been reported to the buyers.
2011Jan 21
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 68,500 miles
I was driving on the freeway at approximately 50MPH, and I decided to speed up a little. I stepped on the gas, the engine increased revolutions, but the car did not speed up. Instead, it down shifted gears, which has the same dangerous effect as stepping on the brakes. The whole situation was scary and dangerous. Since then it's happening more and more. I am sure the transmission is failing. Will take the car to dealer and find out what my options are. Please advise me on what to do.
Thanks, Oscar
2011Feb 08
Accord Leather V6
- Automatic transmission
- 110,000 miles
2004 Accord V6 with 110,000 miles...needs new trans. Dealer just told me today, but have not yet investigated how I am going to proceed.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2012May 09
Accord EX V6
Same complaint as everyone else who experienced this problem with their transmissions. Honda Corp. was unhelpful in offering a remedy to my out-of-pocket costs for repair. I was going to get another Honda once this reached 250K, but no more.
Dick H.
Los Angeles, CA, USA
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