For approximately 72 hours the transmission in my 2002 honda accord had difficulties changing gears. When it did shift, it jerked violently. At the end of 72 hours I experienced catastrophic failure. This occurred at mileage 44,424. I went to my local honda dealer to have this problem addressed. They offered to fix the problem with a rebuilt honda transmission for the inflated price of $3600. When I tried to renegotiate the price, the service advisor said he could find a used transmission for $400 less with no guarantee. The car is now being repaired by a reputable independent transmission rebuilder specialist. The manager of the transmission repair facility advised me to pursue legal action.
2002 Honda Accord transmission complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that the transmission has been slipping ever since the vehicle was purchased in 2002. He took the vehicle to a repair shop and they performed a transmission flush, but it did not correct the failure. The contact will take the vehicle to the dealer. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 77,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. Whenever the accelerator pedal was depressed, the engine would rev very loudly and the vehicle would slowly switch into gear. The failure occurred at 30 MPH. The vehicle would never shift into third or fourth gear. It would only remain in second gear and rev very loudly. A mechanic stated that there were two solenoid valves that needed to be replaced. After the repairs, the vehicle would operate normally in third and fourth gear. Four months later, the transmission is beginning to slip once again. The contact found that the transmission was recalled up to the 2001 model; however, the 2002 model is experiencing the same issues. He believes that the 2002 accords should also be recalled. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 55,000 and current mileage was 69,800.
While moving the car in my driveway it felt as though the transmission slipped when I shifted from park into drive. The very next day the check engine light appeared. I took the car to local auto parts store and asked them if they could diagnose why the check engine light came on. They said it was indicating the torque converter was the cause. I took the car directly to pennzoil and asked them to do a complete transmission/torque converter oil flush and change for about $145.00 and to reset the check engine light. I had experienced a similar problem four years ago with a 1998 ford taurus and I took that vehicle to a transmission shop who told me that it definitely needed a new transmission and it would be $2800.00 to replace the transmission. Instead of just forking over the $2800.00 I decided to spend just $150.00 on a complete transmission fluid exchange which also replaced the fluid in the torque converter. Four years later I am still driving that taurus that "definitely needed" a new $2800.00 transmission and I only spent $150.00 on a complete fluid exchange. I'm hoping that my honda will do as well. In any case, pennzoil said that the transmission fluid on the honda accord should be changed every 45,000 miles. My honda accord had 94,000 miles on it, and since I am the second owner, I'm not sure it was done at 45,000. In any case, I figure it was well worth the $145.00 I spent, rather than $800 + for a torque converter alone or worse for a new transmission. The check engine light hasn't come back on and I have yet to feel the transmission slip since having the fluid changed.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle accelerated by itself and almost caused a crash. The vehicle was taken to an auto shop and the mechanic stated that the transmission was slipping. Transmission fluid was added and the vehicle drove fine temporarily, but the failure eventually recurred. The vehicle began jerking and the transmission failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer advised her to take the vehicle to a honda dealer for inspection, but they could not guarantee that they could assist. The vehicle will be repaired at the contact's expense. The failure mileage was 84,000 and current mileage was 127,000.
Transmission failing- check engine light is on, tcs light is on, d4 light flashes, smell of burnt transmission fluid while driving, car lunges and hesitates constantly in 2 & 3rd gears (creating a potential crash hazard because you don't know when it will lunge or hesitate). I took the car to the dealer for inspection back in aug of 2008, they said it was a failing transmission and it would need to be replaced for $3000. Today 6-12-09 I called american honda motors consumer line and they would not help since there is not a recall out on this year and model. The transmission problem is getting worse. I know other people have had the same issues as me. I am begging you, please make honda recall this auto transmission. Someone will end up in a crash or killed because of sudden failure of the transmission, especially since it costs at minimum $3000 to repair- folks these days don't have that kind of money lying around. Please make this company recall the product, they recalled the 2001's-- the 2002's are pretty much the same thing/problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. In january of 2008, the contact noticed that the engine and traction control lights illuminated on the instrument panel. He turned off the vehicle in order for the lights to reset. He took to the vehicle to the repair shop and the mechanic diagnosed the issue as beginning symptoms of transmission failure. The dealer confirmed the diagnosis and stated that the transmission will need to be replaced. The repair cost for a new transmission was estimated at $2,800. The failure mileage was 58,000 and current mileage was 68,000.
I took my 2002 honda accord lx (4 cyl. Automatic) on a long roadtrip, from richmond, va to nashville, tn, and back again. On the way home from nashville, going through the mountains (my 80-year-old mother as a passenger), I noticed the acceleration wasn't as good as usual. I planned to take it in to my mechanic upon returning. We got back to richmond safely. The next morning when I started the car, it jerked into gear. Something it never did. Then it would rev. Up high, at low gears, causing it to jerk. It subsided once the car was warmed up. My appointment at my mechanic was monday morning. They then informed me I was 1 1/2 qts. Low on fluid and that both axle shafts have been severely leaking. I would need a new transmission. My car is now sitting at the local honda dealer because american honda told me the only way I may get reimbursement is at a honda dealer, not at my mechanic. I have only 42,000 miles on it, and it has had the transmission fluid drained and refilled both in 2005 at 20,000 miles, and 2008 at 37,000 miles. They had better cover the entire cost, as I am seeing how many people have this exact problem. I am just thankful that my mother and I made it back safely to richmond. Driving through mountains with a bad transmission was very dangerous, needless to say!!
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that her transmission was slipping and caused her vehicle to stall in the middle of the road. The failure occurred while driving 5 MPH. A crash could occur due to the sudden failure. In addition, the vehicle does not shift into gear when attempting to drive. The dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced because it could not be rebuilt. The repair would cost over $3,000. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the transmission slipped out of gear, which almost caused a crash with a large truck. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the torque converter needed to be replaced. She is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure and current mileages were 56,000.
Transmission slipping, sometimes wont drive. It wont go into forward or reverse. Engine will start to rev up real fast.
Transmission slips at low speed; dealer said transmission needs to be replaced for $3,000 plus tax and shop supplies; 2002 accord has 38,668 miles and has been well maintained; service advisor said car is old, causing need for new transmission; incredible poor service from ed morse honda in west palm beach, fl; service advisors said no recall or defect bulletins on automatic transmission; I said it seems very strange that transmission would need to be replaced after 38,688 miles but service advisor offered no further explanation. Said I must pay.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that the engine shut off due to transmission failure. Honda confirmed that the transmission was defective. The manufacturer agreed to pay 50% of the repair cost; however, the contact wants them to pay for the entire repair. The failure mileage was 91,000.
At only 84,000, the transmission went bad in my 2002 honda accord se, 4cyl. The local honda dealer said it would cost $3200 to repair it saying that the 2nd pressure switch and the tc clutch system were bad in the transmission. They advised that I contact honda of america at 800‑999‑1009. I did, but hoa is saying that since I did not have my honda serviced at a honda dealer, there is nothing they can do toward the cost of this repair. Needless to say, I bought this car for my daughter to go off to college in thinking it was a good car with a good honda name. However, I no longer believe in a honda. Not sure what to do about the repairs. I've seen over 150 complaints about 2002 honda accord transmissions on the internet from others. Why does honda not recall the 2002 transmissions--like they did in the class action law suit of the 2000 and 2001 honda transmissions which were bad and had the same transmission?
Transmission failed at 97,000 miles. Dealer replaced at no cost.
2002 honda, took the car in for maintenance. Was told that the tranny fluid was dirty. This was at 77,151 miles..just had tranny fluid drained 8000 miles before I was told this. The mechanic said that it needed changed every 15,000 miles. Manual says 60,000 miles.. Now they tell me my transmission is failing at 84,000 miles. What a racket.. All the maintenance was done at the honda dealer, that I purchased the car from. I don't know how they can get away with this.
Transmission on my 2002 honda accord would go to a very high rev and then jerk and shift very hard. This would happen on and off for about a month until one day it just would not shift into a higher gear. That's when I decided to pull into the nearest honda dealership to have them diagnose the problem. My fears were realized when they told me it was an internal transmission failure and that it would cost $3,000 to put in a new one. After searching the web, I found out that this is a common occurrence among early 2000 model accord owners. I previously owned an 2003 honda odyssey and had to have the transmission assembly replaced twice!! Fortunately I was able to trade that in '06 for a 2004 chevrolet suburban which I've been very pleased with so far. I'm currently looking into contacting honda customer service regarding the "goodwill repair" assistance, however, what good would that do if the problem would happen to occur again?!! Given the track record on these honda transmissions it will happen again. So please the federal safety agency, help us out and require honda to cover all costs towards repairing these defective transmissions.
While driving out of a local business the car began to act like it was going into neutral gear. The RPM's would rev up and the car would jerk into the next gear as the accelerator was pressed. This occurred after the car was driven for approx. 20 min. The car was taken to dealership where it was stated that it was in need of a new transmission. The car is getting a new transmission installed.
I own a 2002 honda accord ex-v6. However, at only 60,000 miles, the car's transmission is failing. While driving on the highway at approx. 55 MPH, the car suddenly, without warning, downshifted from 4th gear to 3rd gear, then progressively came to a complete halt. Luckily for me, as well as the passengers in the car, I was able to pull over before the other cars on the highway could crash into me. I took the car to a mechanic who performed a diagnostics test, and informed me that the transmission was at fault. Now I'm told that I will have to replace the entire transmission, which may cost $3000+. When I purchased the car, I was unaware that this model had a persistent transmission problem. With so many complaints from other honda owners both online and offline, I'm convinced that honda is aware of the issue, but refuses to accommodate its loyal customers and expect us to pay, knowing they built their cars with faulty parts. They expect us to pay full price for the car, then pay extra down the line even though this is a potentially life threatening problem. This shows a complete disregard for the safety of it's customers. Ever since my frightening experience on the highway, I believe this is a potentially dangerous issue that deserves a recall, because one of the worst things that can happen to us drivers, is a vehicle that fails to perform, especially under risky conditions. I appreciate this forum, where I'm able to voice my complaint. I'm pleading with the federal safety agency to investigate this problem and encourage honda to recall the faulty vehicles. I'll be happy to answer any questions and willing to accommodate this investigation however possible. Thank you.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that the automatic transmission needed to be replaced. While attempting to accelerate from a stop, the engine suddenly revved. The check engine indicator and the d4 indicator illuminated. The dealer stated that there was an internal dark fluid in the transmission and it needed to be replaced. The repair would cost over $2,000. She called and faxed a letter to the manufacturer, but has not yet received a response. The current mileage was 73,605 and failure mileage was 73,600. Updated 03/23/09. *lj updated 03/23/09.
2002 honda accord transmission slippage, resulting in dangerous driving situation. Honda dealer denies there is a problem.
No event LED to the failure. My 2002 honda accord with 63000 miles started on a cold day and the check engine light and d4 light started to blink. After taking it to the honda dealer "liberty honda" where all the servicing has been done including the 60k service they determined it needed a transmission. They called honda america and they claim to have a deductible of $750. To replace the transmission and I would get a 3yr 36k/mile warranty. I plan to take it into the dealer to get it repaired, but feel I am being taken. From the sound of it honda knows about the problem and are replacing the pats for free and making me pay for the labor. A recall is in order.
Transmission on 2002 honda accord ex v-6 failed at just under 100,000k. Incident happened on busy highway and put myself and passengers in serious risk. Honda accepts no liability for an obvious defect in equipment.
2002 honda accord with 115,000 miles; 15000 over warranty; check engine light came on last wk.; while on interstate car began to shake. Took in and honda reports it needs new transmission. Reports no longer under warranty. Problem is: this problem is a recurring problem that puts those that continue to drive these cars in danger. Because of the high number of complaints; not to mention the fact that the 2000 and 2001 models have been recalled and have the same exact transmission as the 2002, this vehicle should be recalled. I am ashamed that honda is not standing behind their product!!!
When we drive on a highway at about 70mph, the check engine light on. After we check, the worker said it's about a transmission sensor problem and we can replace it after out weekend trip. But on the way back, the light is on again and the speed decreased from 70 MPH to about 30-40 MPH. If we add more oil, the engine will rotate at 4000-5000turn with great noise. So we have to drive at 30-40 MPH speed. It's very dangerous because the car behind us have to turn left and passed us away because we let our urgent lights on. We don't know how to treat this problem. We think honda should recall these cars because it may induce incidents and dearth. Could you please help to let honda recall the transmission because it's really dangerous for drivers and passengers. I couldn't understand why honda produce such cars and after incidents they refuse to help owner and don't want o recall them. I will never buy honda cars and more and more people dislike honda for their bad reputation. It's such a bad company.
The d4 light started blinking in my 2002 honda accord ex, not allowing my car to upshift properly on the highway leaving me having to drive slow on a highway with speeding cars. I know honda has had numerous complaints about the transmissions in their 2002 accord models and refuses to recall. This is certainly a safety issue' or does honda just want to wait until people die because their car stopped dead on a highway due to a faulty transmission?
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle began shifting from second to third gear, which caused the vehicle to jerk and the rpms to race. The vehicle showed no signs of failure prior to the transmission failing. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the vehicle has internal transmission failure. The repair would cost $3,000. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer stated that there were no current recalls on the transmission; therefore, they would not cover any expenses. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 100,000 and current mileage was 114,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving 15 MPH he noticed that the vehicle hesitated, shifted gears and caused the vehicle to pull forward with excessive force. The failure occurred intermittently and failed completely. A local technician stated that the vehicle had and internal transmission problem and the transmission would have to be rebuilt. The estimated cost of repairs would be $2,500.00. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and no repairs could be made. The failure mileage of the vehicle was 101,929.
I have a 2002 honda accord coupe with 92,000 miles on it. I just found out today that the transmission is bad and needs to be replaced. When I searched the internet, I found out this is a really common problem with honda accords - specifically 2002 models. I'm extremely disappointed as I have always had hondas based on their purported reliability. With all of the complaints, why hasn't honda recalled or extended the warranty on the transmission?
Honda needs to recall their terrible transmissions in the 2002 accord ex v-6s. If these fail in traffic on an interstate it could cause serious issues. Luckily, mine did not fail on the interstate. The company offers no financial help to people when these trannys go out at 50, 60, 70,000 miles. Really unethical and dangerous.
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