2004 Honda Civic Hybrid transmission problems

Filed Jul 31, 2018 · Transmission · 62,000 miles · IL

When I purchased the car, the CVT transmission seemed to "lag" or dely to engage and accelerate. Recently when at a left turn at an intersection, I applied the accelerator and car juddered, was vibrating the whole car, and almost got me t-boned. I know this is not a sports car but would like to drive confidently to work without the worry of getting in an accident. Every time I accelerate now, the RPM's raise to 1,500-2,000 RPM before the CVT starter clutch engages and jerks the car forward. There is also a whine coming from the CVT at highway speeds. I would like to know if there is a recall for this issue because the car has 62,000 miles currently which is not a lot. I just had higher standards and expectations from such a reputable car manufacturer. Thank you for your time and consideration looking over this complaint and hopefully to help me get my car safely back on the road.

Filed Apr 12, 2018 · Transmission · 193,000 miles · WV · crash

Transmission slippage and ultimate failure.

Filed Jun 2, 2017 · Transmission · FL

Hello, we have this honda civic 2004 hybrid with CVT transmission. The car has around 68k. There is a recall for this type of issues but honda says there they are not longer are responsible for that. The repair now cost more than the vehicle. Is there anything you can help me with about this issue?

Filed Mar 31, 2017 · Fuel system, Transmission · GA

Bearing failure in CVT transmission, leading to severe vibration and if not repaired to transmission failure cost for repairing replacement to customer $1700 . In my vehicle is bearing has been replaced 3 times in 130,000 miles well following factors recommendations of changing transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. Also hundred hybrid battery system has a flaw hybrid batteries are only guaranteed for 80,000 miles for the first battery and 24,000 miles for replacement batteries at the cost of $2700. Well toyota guarantees their batteries for 150,000 miles. I have replaced the battery packs three times in 130,000 miles.

Filed Apr 25, 2016 · Transmission · 117,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda civic hybrid. The contact stated that when driving at 10 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. In addition, the failure occurred when accelerating over 10 MPH. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle burned oil and the transmission failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 135,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda civic hybrid. The contact stated that while at a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond without warning. The vehicle was shut off and then restarted causing the vehicle to function as normal. The failure recurred on several occasions. On another occasion while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond to the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was restarted and it resumed to normal however, the failure recurred on several occasions while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine mount was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was also taken to the dealer but the failure was unable to be determined, however, the contact was told to change the transmission fluid. The fluid was changed, however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the battery and transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 7, 2015 · Transmission · 116,000 miles · NY

While driving car jerks and jumps from start. Car has stopped in place and had to be restarted. Car is dangerous to operate. Cvt transmission has always been a problem.

Filed Apr 8, 2015 · Fuel system, Transmission · 80,000 miles · PA

The car was shuddering when accelerating after a stop. It needed the CVT clutch in the transmission replaced. This is an issue that many owners of 2004 honda civic hybrid have reported and honda refuses to recall the part. There is a defect in the building of the CVT transmissions and honda won't accept responsibility.

Filed Jul 7, 2014 · Acceleration, Transmission · 130,000 miles · TX

The transmission in my honda civic hybrid has had the same shudder/judder issue that many others have experienced. You have to take off extremely slow to keep it to a minimum and it still shakes and judders. It is obvious there is a sever issue with these CVT transmissions and many people are having the same exact issue. My civic hybrid started this issue a long time ago and honda said just change the transmission fluid but that only helps for a small amount of time. Very dangerous going through intersections.

Filed Jul 3, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · 140,000 miles · WA

Transmission shuttering.