My honda accord 2002, with 65,000 miles, started to jerk forward, when stopped on a red light you feel the car wants to jump forward, several times I was afraid of rear ending other cars in front of me, so I tried to keep extra distance from the other cars. Anyway, I took the car to auto repair shop "merchants" and I asked them to check the car, they recommended flushing all the fluids (oil, brake fluid, trans fluid, radiator), the cost to me was about $800 which included new brake pads. The car drove ok for couple thousand miles, then it started the slipping, jerking again. At about 70,000 miles I took the car for oil change at good year where they told me that tran's fluid is, dirty (black) and they recommended flushing the trans. I took the car back to "merchants" and showed them the report from good year, the said that they will repeat the job (flushing the fluids) at no charge. After flushing the trans for the second time, the car drove ok for few days, then it started jerking, slipping, and specially when I make a turn the car will slow down as if the gear is not engaged, when I push on the gas I get no reaction (speed wise), some times I have to switch between different gears to get it engaged, recently, many times I have to go to full stop and shift into p then to d fro the gear to get engaged. The situation was very dangerous several times and about to cause accidents, for sure attracted the attention of other drivers and many of them showed angry gestures. It is an accident waiting to happen any time I drive the honda accord. Couple of days ago, the tcs light came on for long time, yesterday the tcs light went off, but the check engine light came on and stayed on. I am not sure what is the problem, but I am convinced that the trans is failing, I hope that honda will honor a trans replacement, since the car is low mileage, about 72,000 miles. I will be taking the car tomorrow to a honda dealer in northern virginia.
2002 Honda Accord transmission complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the transmission shifted with extreme force when the vehicle began changing gears. The failure began intermittently in march of 2008, but now occurs every time the vehicle is driven. The transmission was replaced in 2005 and the failure is recurring three years later. The cost to replace the transmission was over $4,000. The contact does not expect to pay for this repair every three years. The vehicle was manufactured in 2001; therefore, the recall for the 2001 accord should apply to her VIN. The first repair was covered by an extended warranty. The dealer stated that the part was from a junk yard; however, if she paid for the previous repair, the part would have been of better quality. A mechanic stated that honda is known for having transmission failure and that the contact should only allow a honda dealer to make the repairs. The VIN, engine size, and failure mileage were unknown. The current mileage was 79,445.
When the stop light changes to green and I press on gas pedal the wheels spin and it takes seconds before the car accelerates due to transmission slipping. It also jolts and many times very strongly, and scares my child in the back seat and the passengers in the car. The cars that came behind me aftrer the light changed almost hit me. When I leave work and exit the steep ramp in the public parking garage, the wheels spin while I desperately press the gas pedal. I am constantly scared the car will roll back into the line of cars waiting behind me. The honda 2002 transmission has serious problems and it should be recalled. The problems started shortly after I bought the car, and the dealer replaced the transmission at 26000 miles, under the warranty. However, within a couple of months the problems started again. For the past 4 years I continued to bring the car to the dealer for service and explained the problem but they insisted there is nothing wrong with tha car. At 106,000 I took it to a new dealer to change transmission fluid and I was advised I need a new transmission and that I have to pay for it because now it is no longer under warranty.
Stopped for a stop light and when it changed green I went to press on gas pedal it was several seconds before the car accelerated due to transmission slipping. A car which had not stopped for the stop light came up from behind me in my lane and almost rear ended me.
The transmission began to slip and jump hard into the next gear when accelerating. Looks like the problem is similar to the one affecting the other years of this make/model, but there is no recall on the 2002. Took it to the dealer, and they agreed there was a problem, but they wouldn't take care of it. Ended up $750 out of pocket for a rebuilt tranny from them.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 30 MPH and below, the vehicle hesitates and fails to shift into gear normally. The vehicle slips into gear instead. The dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The current mileage was 123,000 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 04/02/08. *lj updated
Transmission failure on my 2002 honda accord vp at only 47,549 miles. I was driving to work and stopped at light when my car would no longer drive forward just rolled backwards when brakes were lifted and gas applied. I contacted honda and they said I'd have to bring the car to certified honda dealer to have diagnostics done, well I'm no donald trump and my budget after just making my last car payments does not allow for me to fruitlessly tow my vehicle from garage to garage. Any ways I needed the transmission reconditioned which cost me $1,816.00 not at honda but a good transmission repair shop. I would just like for someone to look into these problems with the transmissions on 2002 honda accords. They should not just give out at 47k. Honda should have offered at least a free tow to do diagnostics with only 47k how can they stand behind a product that is so faulty and having so many complaints.
I have a 2002 honda accord lx coupe with 71,000 miles with a 3.0l v6 automatic transmission in it that has a complete transmission failure. While driving last week, it was unable to shift from second to third gear and rapidly decelerated in the middle of traffic. Thank goodness it was not any icier that day or I would have been involved in a potentially serious accident as two cars had to swerve from behind me to avoid striking my car. The honda dealership has stated that the car is not safe to drive until the transmission is completely replaced. However, they are not offering any assistance with the repair despite the fact that the 2000-2001 models have an extended warranty for the same problems, or that the car has extremely low mileage with an excellent (and documented) service record. I believe this is true safety issue since severe traffic accidents could occur.
Found transmission fluid on carport. Immediately took the car to honda dealer in coral springs(where originally purchased) 2 trips to listen to repair person tell me seals were bad but I needed a new rebuilt transmission. I have no issues with noise, whining, shifting etc...only have 41,528 miles on this car. Never mistreated or driven hard in any way. Was told if seals leaked again that honda would only replace with rebuilt transmission, not fix transmission or I could choose to go to an independent transmission shop. What is up with this??? I have an extended warranty but come on now, this is stupid. Why would I replace a perfectly working transmission over seals??? Has anyone else ran in to this issue? Please let me know.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle downshifted from first into second gear. The current mileage was 77,000 and failure mileage was 73,000.
Transmission on 2002 honda accord v6 ex needs to be replaced. Honda extended warranties on the 2000-2001 accords, but not the 2002. There were no changes from 2001 to 2002. The 2002 model should also be included. My cost to replace will be $2800.
Having trouble with car getting from 1st to 2nd gear. It seems to slip. The engine will rev but the car does not accelerate. This only happens on a cold start. Once car warms up, it is fine. This seems to be a consistent problem with the transmissions on 2002 honda accords. Have seen this problem listed in multiple places, almost 60 times on this website (the federal safety agency) and almost 50 times on autobeef (http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2002/transmission/transmission_slipping_and_jerking.shtml). Can something be done about this?
Automatic transmission slips and jerks on my 2002 honda accord ex w/ only 75000 miles on it. It easily could cause an accident w/ tailgater behind me, and/or leave me stranded in cold weather if it breaks--which is apparently going to happen soon if the car ends up like the 2001 model (which they are fixing at honda's cost).
I have 2001 & 2002 honda accord and 2006 honda pilot, I perform maintenance regularly on all my cars. Last year my honda accord 2001 transmission failed, good thing it was under extended warranty/recall. This year my 2002 had same symptoms, transmission gear slips and car jerks pretty bad specially first time it is driven in the day. I contacted honda they asked me to take it to dealer, dealer came back asking to replace transmission. This time honda don't want to pay for full amount for the same problem in earlier model (2001 accord). I am ending up paying $ 1000 + tax and shipping. My 2002 only have 76000 miles. This explains honda quality and honda backing up their product. I decided, I will not buy honda ever again. Specially when you can get other cars with 100,000 miles powertrain warranty.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle surged forward. The vehicle shifted gears without warning and then accelerated and decelerated at will. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the transmission caused the failure. As of january 4, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 49,800.
Transmission hums...is getting louder and louder...checked by honda repairman,,,says previous year models transmissions have been recalled. Only 74,000 miles on odometer.
My car started jerking and hesitating at first...and then I heard strange noises coming from the engine. Engine jerking got progressively worse. Took car to dealer who informed us that we need a new transmission at a cost of $3,500. Car only has 89,000 miles.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving 25 MPH, the transmission jerked and felt as if it were popping out of gear. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer once the service engine light illuminated. The dealer stated that the transmission completely failed. Honda stated that the transmission should not have failed so soon and paid for half of the repair costs. The contact felt that they should have paid for everything since the failure was a manufacturer defect. The current mileage was 93,000 and failure mileage was 92,000.
My 2002 honda accord transmission fails and now I have to pay $3,700.00 for repair on a vehicle with only 66,000 mile's on it.
My 2002 honda accord ex had an internal transmission failure. The car has about 80,000 miles; I have maintained the car as directed; I know that honda extended the warranty on the 2000 and 2001 models due to this problem. I also know that certain 2002 models had transmission warranty extended. My VIN number did not fall into this category. Since the design of the car was not changed, why do some cars receive extended warranty and mine does not? It is, in my opinion, ridiculous that transmission failure happen at 80,000 miles. It is also dangerous - I am now having to replace the failed transmission with a new honda transmission at the cost of $3400. Honda advertises its pride on quality and dependability and value - I received none of this. Honda has a problem with the transmission, and has not corrected this problem - at least to 2002. Thanks for listening.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving 15 MPH, the transmission made a strange noise when shifting. The dealer stated that the torque converter failed. No repairs were made. The current and failure mileages were 130,000.
Note: transmission broke three times in the past 8 months and an SRS problem as well. Even this was covered under warranty, does not really appear to be normal issues and happened too frequently.
Around 65,000 miles I noticed when I stop at a stop light or get a rolling start from a stop light or stop sign, the car makes a very loud clunk, it feels as if someone has ran into the back of me. I really think that honda should handle the problem, from what I have read, alot of people have this problem on the 2002's. I have always very thought highly of honda's and there customer service, but I am now having second thoughts there are too many other brands that do offer a 100,000 mile warranty.
05-08-2007 oil seal was replaced due to leaking transmission fluid. On 05-21-2007 transmission fluid again was leaking, dealer service center advised the the left seal needed replacement, and/or the transmission needed to be replaced. *ak the out of balance or wheel rotation sound began after an extended trip to wisconsin, on the return trip. There was no leaking at that time. After having the wheels cheked, and no explanation for the sound, we continued to identify the source. When we spotted the fluid on the garage floor we took car in for service. 05-28-2007 precision trans verified definetly the transmission was going bad and seal replacement would not solve the problem. The vehicle has only 71640 miles.
Re. Three major factory defects of 2002 honda accord v6 ex I currently own four honda vehicles. Two of them are 2002 honda accord v6 ex models. Honda released 2002 honda accord ex without any thorough final inspections. The malfunctioning on my two hondas was all factory defects deeply related to passenger safety. Honda does not care for human life sincerely as advertised. Honda does not deserve to be one of the best vehicles in the states. Since I purchased brand new 2002 hondas, three serious mechanical and electrical defects have been found: seat belt sensor malfunctioning, timing related engine RPM surge, and powertrain breakdown. All three happened within 36,000 miles. First problem was a seat belt sensor problem. It was detected several months on both vehicles. And I asked a honda mechanic to fix it. He told me that it would go away if you drove more. However, this problem was not gone. And couple of years later, I strongly ask honda dealer to check and fix it. One was seat belt sensor problem and the other was the main seat belt controller. Second problem was a timing related engine surge. It happened on both hondas within 30,000 miles on the same day. Rpm of both honda went up and engine light was on. Even in braking, I could feel very strong force, which might break something. It was a sudden surge enough to cause a big accident. I want you to inspect this factory defect of all 2002 honda accord ex. Third problem happened in the first 2002 honda. It was a powertrain problem. This brand new vehicle has surged several months after delivered to us. The mechanics in honda dealerships said that it would go away if we drove more. The surge in first three years seemed moderate jolting when the second gear shifted to the first gear. But it got worse and worse. Finally, oil leaked. After fixing it, there are no more jolting or surging in gear transitions. This incident took place due to honda's negligence and irresponsibility.
I have started to experience problems with the transmission on 2002 honda accord ex v6, (purchased new. I felt sudden jerks while starting after stopping at lights or stop signs. I knew honda did do free transmission replacement for 2001 models. I would like to know if this has been problem with other people too and a fix by manufacturer.
I purchased my 2002 honda accord v6 ex in 2005. When the car reached about 55k miles a couple months ago the transmission started badly slipping. It had been slipping since about 45k miles but became much worse at 55k. Took it to multiple mechanics, and transmission shops. The final diagnosis was that the transmission was out and would have to be replaced. I was forced to purchase a re-manufactured transmission from a honda dealer. Total cost of repairs $2345.30. There was a recall the 2001 models that covered the exact problems. My 2002 was not part of this recall, and because I had not purchased an extended warranty I was forced to pay for the entire cost of repair.
Honda transmissions: 2002 honda accord tansmission slipping or not changing gear. This is the 2nd transmission in a years time. This one is now slipping and not going into gear. 8ak
I own a 2002 honda accord, leased it new for 2 years and then purchased it. I serviced it only at the dealership. When my car was at 95,000 miles the transmission started slipping. I called honda and told them about the problem and they said it wasn't under warranty. I had told them that I would have purchased a chevy for half the price of the honda had I known the transmission would go out as quickly as that on the less expensive car. I also had a main rear seal go out which is not typical with the age or mileage of this car, and the engine mounts. They agreed to only charge me labor for all of the problems; however it was still almost $1000 that I should not have to be paying right now. I just graduated from college and have over $60,000 in student loans. All of the aforementioned problems should not have been taking place for at least another 50-100,000 miles. I looked online and saw that other honda accords have been recalled up to 2001. This did not include my car right now, but probably will in the future. The dealership was very cooperative; however, honda corporate was not.
Transmission slips, drive light flashes, check engine light on 2 times in last 2 months. Honda dealer said needed new transmission. Other shop claimed nothing was wrong. Car has always shifted differently than others. Took car to honda in 1st year owned asked about it and was told it was normal for this car took car to transmission shop in 08/06 to have it checked, and they said nothing wrong. This was done at 100,400 miles. I had ext warranty, but daughter did not take to shop before it went over 100,000. Honda claimed my car not included in settlement ,adding 5% to mileage. Honda stated my car not included in transmission recalls. I bought my car in early november 2002.
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