Driving along hwy 94 in st. Charles mo and heard a noise from my car and then I had no power train, transmission went out. It was like I was in nuetral. I was able to pull off the highway with no one hitting me. Towed it to ed napleton honda dealer in st. Peters mo 63376.
2003 Honda Accord transmission complaints
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Since purchase of the car, when I put the car into drvie or reverse, it takes off by itself, without my foot on the gas pedal at 15-20mph. The problem is worse in reverse. I have hit a rock wall, and this week, when I put the car in reverse from an angle parking slot and took my foot off the break , the car shot backwards and nearly hit a pedestrian. Again I did not have my foot on the gas. I have taken it it several times, with no success. Most recently was told it was a stuck throttle body, and that it was unsafe to drive. On replacing the throttle body, it is better in drive, but still bad in reverse. It is under warranty with 18,000 miles, and I am afraid to drive it, for safety reasons.
Received the recall notice from honda regarding to the automatic transmission problem during the 3rd quarter of 2004. Owner brought in the car to nearby honda dealer for the recall. Honda service representative suggest that there is no need to replace the transmission and has done the required services for the vehicle. On mar 01, 2005. While accelerating on a on ramp entering the freeway, the vehicle suddenly loose gear control and was unable to find a right gear. The vehicle slowed down while still raving at neutral for about 2 second until it shifted to another gear. The problem occured multiple times after that incident, and gets worst and worst during that one day until one occasion where vehicle was completely stop on the road while engine is still on, and the gear is still on d4. The vehicle was only able to move when the ignition was turn off and back on again, and can only travel while on first gear. The vehicle was brought into the dealer the day after, and dealer suggest to change the whole transmission under owners own expanse of approximately $4000 or use the extended warrenty if the problem is cover under the warranty.
My vehicle was involved in a recall for the transmission 2nd gear inspection. On a subsequent visit to the dealer I had the transmission fluid changed . During that service the dealership did not fill the transmission . At low speeds and low torque situations I loose all power , the automatic transmission apperas to slip out of gear . I have been able to get it back into gear by downshifting into !st gear. This has occured 4 times and the dealer says they can find nothing wrong. It has happened once while going through my states ezpass ( 20mph) and three different times while in parking lots and or my driveway.
2003 honda accord sudden acceleration while foot still on the brake. It came to a stop by hitting a neighbors tree and the air bag deployed. *bf *jb
Vehicle was parked on a slight decline (facing forward), while still running. Driver left the vehicle, walked approx 15 yards. An audible (fairly loud) "pop" was heard and then the vehicle rolled forward, striking a fence, causing damage to the vehicle.
Honda accord 2003 4 cyl,55000 miles, driving along at 40 MPH, car went into neutral, stopped,restarted but no reverse dealer service dept diagnosed as transmission parts broken, rebuild or replace transmission. Replaced transmission with remanufactured from honda.
While traveling at 20 MPH consumers vehicle accelerated, causing it to strike the guard rail. Consumer later received recall o4v176000 for transmission. *ak
Consumer received recall 04v176000 concerning automatic transmission failure. Took vehicle to dealer for repairs. Problem had not been resolved. *bf the consumer indicated that the transmission made a grunting noise. The dealer indicated that the noise was normal but the consumer doesn't think so.
Vehicle has problem when driving in second gear.
Defect of 2nd gear transmission. Transmission lock up and crush without warning. *bf the consumer received a recall letter in the mail regarding the 2nd gear transmission that could cause overheating which could result in a transmission lock up. The consumer stated the ignition key became hot to touch after driving for a certain period of time.
Complaint received via e-mail. I purchased a brand new car, and since then I have been back to the dealership numerous amounts of times for many problems. First problem was my brakes needed to be replaced at 4600 miles, but weren't replaced until 7700 miles 3.5 months later due to back order. Currently, with 17,900 miles the brakes were grinding again. This is my 3rd honda, and the worse one, yet likely my last. The second problem was that my right rear door was locked for 3 months. The dealer claimed that the problem was due to getting my windows tinted, but they attempted to fix three times, and was told the third time the problem only occurs if the temperature goes below 32 degrees. Since then the temperature has been over 32 degrees. I also have problems with sulfur odor coming from the exhaust, and was told that this was normal problem ,would go away with time. But as time goes by the odor gets worse, and smells like rotten eggs. Another problem with the car is the alignment has been off since I bought the car. I have had my own mechanic look at the car, and he believes the car won't align correctly because of the axles. The final problem with my piece of crap honda is the driver seat isn't secure, it slides very little back and forth and side to side.
2003 honda accord recall on tranmission. *bf consumer learned of recall on the internet. Recall automatic transmission second gear inspection was performed. Alarm key remote no range, must be right up on car to work. Front brake noise and/or judder. Front brake discs were refinished and new front brake pads. Tires were rotated and and rear brake service was performed.
Gear failure could result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash. *bf a clunking sound was heard by the consumer. Recall number (04v176000).
Dealership was unable to perform the automatic transmission recall 04v176000 repairs because they didn't have the tools/machinery.
The vehicle's transmission made a clicking noise. *nm the vehicle had been to the dealer several times but the problem still exists. Recall# 04v176000.
Consumer received recall 04v176000 concerning automatic transmission. Parts were not available. Consumer suggested that they should not be notified of a recall until the parts were available for repairs at the dealership.
Recall 904v176000 for automatic transmission was issued for the vehicle. Dealer stated they were unable to repair the vehicle until december. *ak
Consumer received recall notice p30/p31 concerning gear replacement. Dealership stated no parts were available.
Consumer received recall 04v176000 concerning automatic transmission failure. Took vehicle to dealer for repairs. However, the problem had not been resolved.
When coming to a stop vehicle jerked forward, rear ending another vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
I have a 2003 honda accord ex with a manual transmission, with approximately 9,000 miles. By the way, I had the master clutch cylinder replaced about 4,000 miles ago.*ak in any event, on the incident date, I was unable to shift the car in any gear, and had to have it towed to the dealer. The diagnosis is a defective o-ring in the clutch assembly, which caused the fluid to completely leak out. I view this as a serious problem, as if it happened on the road it could be a serious safety hazard, and if it happened in a remote spot, it could result in being stuck in the middle of nowhere. The honda service attendant told me that the o-ring was on back order, which indicated to him that many other cars had suffered this same problem.
The consumer had problems getting the recall on the transmission done at a local dealer. *nm the dealer indicated that since the vehicle was not purchased at that location that the repairs could not be made until december. The consumer then contacted another dealer who was more that willing to do the repairs.
(1) a. Window being scratched by something in panel. Both driver and passanger window. B. At about 16000 miles it was noticed that the transmission was leaking so badly I couldn't drive out of the dealership. ( I believe the car may have been leaking since purchase. New with only 36 miles.) c. Trunk liner sagging. D. When making left hand turns if you have the sunvisor out it can swing and hit you in the head. E. Passenger door latch not activated. Could not open door from inside. (dealer forgot to install this on window repair.) f. Motor mounts not installed correctly. G. Belt tensioner needed replacement. H. Car pulling to the right. F. Black seal around door frame warping. (2) no consequences from any of these failures. Except loss time having to leave car overnight for several days. Who know what longterm effects of a leaky transmission, belt tensioner, and improper motormounts have on the car. (3) under warranty the dealer corrected every problem. Mosts times more then one repair for the same problem was needed to correct the problem. For the tranmsission the dealer tried to stop the leaks with hondabond. The next morning I had leaks in the drive way. They had my car for a whole week on the first fix attempt. Finally honda replaced the transmission with a new one. Nothing was done about the visor because the dealer said if they install a new one it will do the same. My windows are still being scratched by the felt lining in the window panel.
While driving 55 MPH consumer noticed that the transmission was slipping off. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. While testing the vehicle it stalled. Mechanic determined that transmission needed to be replaced.
Car was in park with engine running on a flat driveway. Car rolled down driveway across a street, over a curb, on to a neighbors lawn and came to rest on a pile of logs. Engine was till running and car was still in park. Fortunately there was no personal damage, although there was damage to the back bumper. It was checked out by the honda dealer, no problems according to them ,they suggested using the emergency brake at all times. I feel this is a major safety issue, I truly find it hard to believe a car could roll when in park, it leaves me with quite a bit of doubt.
I own a 2003 honda accord lx v6 coupe, with 35,000 miles and current iaw owners manual preventive maintenance schedule, my transmission with out! I took my vehicle to ourisman honda located in laurel where the service department 'flushed the transmission twice', returning it to me stating 'the problem was targeted and corrected'. The very next day, taking a trip to philadelphia with my girlfriend, we noticed the transmisson slipping as we were leaving the toll booth, 15-20 miles down the road the transmisson was so severe it wouldn't accelerate past 3rd gear (5 speed automatic). The vehicle was turned in under the reccomendation of princeton honda, where the transmisson was replaced. However, the replacement transmisson, per ourisman honda of laurel, will not be covered past the factory 36,000 mile warranty.
The consumer was able to remove the key from the ignition although the vehicle wasn't in park. *nm the vehicle rolled into a trailer which caused damage to the vehicle.
I have a '03 accord. At 776 mi noticed car pulling to the left. Penske honda in ontario, ca said it the front tire is bad. Had the tire replaced by a tire dealer. Came back at 2251 mi to report car pulling to the right. Penske honda just adjusted all tire pressures. Went back at 2693 mi to complain rear wheels visibly misaligned and also vibration at the steering wheel when idling. Penske honda performed 4 wheel alignment. Idle found normal. Came back at 3036 mi. Reporting difficulty keeping the car straight, either pulling left or right. Reported again vibration on the steering wheel when idling. Technician advised the car drove straight while idling adjusted to base idle. Dealership had the car all day and noticed that the car wasn't driven far enough as shown by the mileage out at 3038 mi. Had to request technician, ron campbell to ride with me to show the pulling on either side. Seen it, felt it but thinks its normal blaming it on the road although he took me to a good stretch of flat road. Nevertheless, he asked to leave the car for further test on monday being late saturday, mileage in at 3042. Had the car all day monday, was advised late afternoon that they did the alignment check, drove the car some more, checked the ride height and everything is to spec. The only problem is, the alignment print-out was made @ 4:04 pm and was called by the service advisor at 5:40 pm. Which makes it apparent that they spent little time to test drive and look for the problem. Next visit is to take the service manager for a ride to experience the problem. Mileage out at 3047 mi and drove it home but the problem is still there. There are similar complaints reported by other consumer on this website about the steering problem, vibration at steering wheel when idling and the car pulling forward or reversing fast on its own with less or no pressure at the gas (ref 10039029). Are these things normal or design flaws waiting for accidents to happen? And we haven't heard from nhsta.
Around 6000 km, whenever I step on the gas pedal, I would feel the car shake slightly..and an engine sound. At first, I thought I just needed an oil change, even though 6000 was a bit low km for a oil change...I thought maybe because I purchase the car in winter time, and it was now summer time. I took the car in for oil change, also tellign them the problem...and sure enough..after the examination, they told me there was oil leak bottom of the car...and the whole transmission needed to be replaced. The service centre also told me that this is a very rare incident, and it is consider a defect..and this kind of stuff only happens to cars over 600,000. Also that, if I had waited...all the oil could have dripped and would cause a whole engine failure. Either way..it was not a good feeling to know that I needed to replace my transmission at 6000km.
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