1997 Honda Accord: complete transmission failure

9 of the 459 complaints about the 1997 Honda Accord describe complete transmission failure.

owner complaints: 9
of this car's complaints: 2%
typical mileage: 80,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 10 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Complete transmission failure by model year

2023
1
2022
1
2021
1
2020
4
2018
6
2017
3
2016
4
2015
8
2014
6
2013
3
2010
1
2009
2
2008
4
2007
7
2006
8
2005
31
2004
136
2003
379
2002
168
2001
71
2000
62
1999
87
1998
84
1997
9
1996
6
1995
1
1993
6
1992
3
1991
3
1990
2

What owners say

Filed Jun 1, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 170,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. While reversing, there was a loud metallic noise coming from the hood of the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and the motor mount fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

Filed Sep 14, 2012 · Transmission · 69,550 miles · GA

Complete honda accord automatic transmission failure at 69,550 miles below incident almost resulted in rear end collision on interstate highway when attempting to accelerate onto entrance ramp and vehicle behind required evasive action to prevent rear end collision with my vehicle due to automatic transmission failure, failing to accelerate more than 20 MPH. Four speed automatic transmission completely failed for my 1997 honda accord lx, 4-door, with only 69,550 miles. The "check engine" light illuminated, while the "d4" automatic transmission indicator flashed off and on at same time. Honda wouldn't drive in fourth gear and acted as it was slipping. Vehicle was brought to ed voyles honda, marietta, georgia on september 13, 2011 for diagnosis. Honda technician(s) advised that the "ECM code" disclosed that the transmission had completely failed and required replacement.

Filed Jun 11, 2012 · Transmission · 69,550 miles · GA

Four speed automatic transmission completely failed for my 1997 honda accord lx, 4-door, with only 69,550 miles. The "check engine" light illuminated, while the "d4" automatic transmission indicator flashed off and on at same time. Honda wouldn't drive in fourth gear and acted as it was slipping. Vehicle was brought to ed voyles honda, marietta, georgia on september 13, 2011 for diagnosis. Honda technician(s) advised that the "ECM code" disclosed that the transmission had completely failed and required replacement. I was not notified and/or offered any information regarding honda extending the transmission warranty for this 1997 honda accord lx. At time of incident, was interstate 285 on ramp when vehicle transmission started slipping, allowing maximum speed of approximately 15 to 20 MPH. Vehicle immediately in the back of my vehicle had to take evasive action to prevent rear end collision. Premature transmission failure created a significant safety hazard to myself and other vehicles to my rear. Please note, honda accord within several years before and after the 1997 year model has a significant history of early transmission failures in which honda has failed to initiate a product recall, despite numerous website posts..

Filed Sep 14, 2011 · Transmission · 69,500 miles · GA

1997 honda accord lx, 4-door, 4-speed automatic transmission. Automatic transmission failure at 69,500 miles, september 09, 2011. Transmission slipping in fourth/third gear, with little acceleration. The "check engine" light came "on," while at the same time the "d4" automatic transmission shift indicator was "blinking" on and off. Vehicle was brought to ed voyles honda, marietta, georgia on september 13, 2011, where honda technician(s) checked diagnostic code(s) for "ECM." honda technician(s) stated that the transmission, with only 69,500 miles had completely failed and required a new and/or rebuilt transmission, despite all preventative maintenance having been performed on the vehicle. Replacement cost expected to be $2,400.00 for a rebuilt transmission, or $5,500.00 for a new oem honda replacement transmission. According to honda service advisor, honda has had previous automatic transmission failures involving this model and year. However, no mention of any extended warranty by honda was mentioned, if any.

Filed Aug 10, 2006 · Transmission · 115,000 miles · CA

I am having an issue with my automatic transmission on my 1997 honda accord ex coupe. I had my transmission serviced recently and apparently the code p0740 came up which is related to the torque converter. With many hours or research and speaking with american honda there is an issue with all the automatic transmissions on hondas 1997 and newer. This problem results in the transmission needing replacement. The clutch slips and takes shards of metal off leading to a clog in the filter. The problem will cause total transmission failure at any time. When I called american honda they were unwilling to help me with this issue. They stated that it was a known issue but there was nothing that they would do for me. My only option now is to spend 3000.00 to replace the transmission which seems unfair since the car is in otherwise fantastic shape.

Filed Apr 9, 2005 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · CT

Automatic transmission needs replacing @ 85,000 miles. All mileage services as noted in manual have been followed. Honda dealer has done a multiple flushing service -- problem still exists.

Filed Feb 5, 2005 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · PA

Automatic transmission needs to be replaced at 80,000 miles. Service performed prior to normal cycle per owners manual at 45,000 miles. Local honda car dealer performed service noted on a service bulletin (5 flushings) and did not work.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · CA

Hi, several years ago I reported to the federal safety agency (and corporate honda)that my honda accord had serious transmission problems. A the federal safety agency engineer telephoned me and did in fact go out to a dealer to investigate my allegation. No action was taken by the federal safety agency and honda did nothing to fix the transmission defect. Today, some years after my complaint, I have been informed that transmission repair shops are experiencing a large and unusual increase in transmission failures of the honda accord, 4 and 6-cylinder. Failures are occurring at 40,000 to 60,000 miles. Honda dealerships here in southern california are not paying for these premature failures, instead owners are paying $6,000.000 for new tranmissions. Please investigate. Yours very truly, peter reiter/[email protected]

Filed Oct 28, 2001 · Transmission · IL

After coming to a stop at a traffic light, the car would not move when pressed on the gas pedal. Dealer said that the car needs a new transmission. This car has only 35,000 miles when this transmission failed and the cost is not cover under warranty..