1999 Honda Civic: complete transmission failure

Filed Jul 17, 2006 · Engine, Transmission · GA

The problem started with a defective CVT type transmission. Complained to american honda and they agreed to replace the transmission if I paid $504 in labor costs. One year later the transmission died again, I now believe they only flushed out the old transmission I doubt they replaced the transmission. I complained again and had it replaced. Now the problem is the check engine light. It cost $80 just for them check the computer which has been done twice. I was told that the car's computer was malfunctioning and that there was nothing seriously was wrong with the car. Had the computer replaced after splitting the cost with american honda so it cost me $396. Two weeks later the check engine light is back on, I went to advanced auto parts and had the computer codes read for free they said it was a malfunctioning o2 sensor, now the dealership wants another $260 each sensor plus labor to change both sensors.

Filed Feb 25, 2005 · Transmission · 75,000 miles · FL

Automatic transmission on my 1999 honda accord v-6 coupe began slipping and shifting roughly at approximately 75,000 miles. Aamco diagnosed a lubrication problem causing excessive gear wear, and recommended rebuilding the tranny. Honda dealership concurred with this diagnosis, and replaced the entire transmission. The 2001-2003 v-6 accords have already been recalled for this exact problem. I believe a transmission design failure existed as far back as the 1998 accord models. A quick search on the internet revealed over 200 complaints regarding 1999 accord v-6 transmission failures. There is the potential for a serious safety problem if someone's transmission fails while they are driving. Note: the website does not offer accord as a vehicle model option, so I selected crx, the only option, instead.

Filed Feb 23, 2005 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · RI

I have a 1999 4 cylinder honda accord with 85,000 miles on it. When accelerating the transmission hesitates sometimes. Also when it shifts from 1st to 2nd it slips, causing the rpms to over-rev badly. I am a first time car buyer and bought a honda because I figured they were reliable and I wouldnt have to shell out the cash for a new transmission 6 months after my purchase.

Filed Feb 2, 2005 · Transmission · FL

On 1 feb 05, I took my 99 honda accord, [xxx], to a honda dealer here in fort walton beach florida due to sluggish acceleration. They told me that the transmission system needs to be replaced for approximately $3,700. I asked them why the transmission would breakdown at 47,000 miles only. They said it is no longer covered by warranty but they will check with honda hqs. Later on the day, they called and said honda will pay for the parts but I have to pay the labor cost ($504) to replace the transmission. My question is: why do I have pay for the labor if they agree to provide the parts. I read that there is a lot of problem on honda transmission so I presumed it is a factory defect. Is there anyway you can help?*ak updated 07/24/2012*js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Transmission · 45,000 miles · CA

While driving the transmission made a loud noise and shuddered. The vehicle was taken to shop and both technicians indicted that the vehicle needed a rebuilt, used or new transmission. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but they refused any assistance. *ak

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · IL

Transmission (CVT) failed. Needed a new one.(paid under extended warranty) transmission failed again (8/22/02)(81,961 miles)and needed a new transmission.( paid under extended warranty) 1/26/03( 85,430 miles) --- check engine light came on again ..seems like transmission problem again...brought to dealership today( 1/29/03) and have it checked. Will wait for results

Filed Oct 29, 2003 · Transmission · CA

I own a 1999 honda civic hx. I purchased the car last year and it had 29,000 miles. I took it for a tune up recently and the mechanic told me that there was something wrong with the transmission. My car was shifting from 1 to 3rd gear and missing 2nd gear. He consulted with a mechanic that has a transmission shop next door and he told me that no one will touch the transmission that I had to take it to the dealership. *ak I took my car to the dealership to get a diagnostic. I was told that the whole transmission needs to be replaced and the cost would be around $7,000.00. It doesn't make sense for me to spend that kind of money on a car that is worth slightly over that price. The worst part is that the transmission has been the same since I bought it. So the problem was there beforehand and now my car is not under warranty. I'm very upset about this whole ordeal. I'm not the only one dealing with this situation. I've gone on different websites and other honda owners are having similar problems with their transmissions. I really hope your agency investigates this situation nd look into this problem. If honda produced defective transmissions they should do a recall. Why should the consumers have to pay for a defective item?

Filed Aug 26, 2003 · Transmission · 15,116 miles · IN

Cvt transmission on honda civic hx shudders when accelerating from standing stop. Affects acceleration. Transmission was replaced in 2000 and developed the problem again in 2002.

Filed May 10, 2002 · Transmission · CA

Transmission has failed several times. Consumer has had vehicle at dealer, but dealer could not find the cause. *ak customer states that the transmission has a flutter/shudder sound when coming to a stop and engine knocks on acceleration. Dealer flushed transmission three times. Replaced transmission. But problem still exist. Manufacturer extended warranty on automatic transmission.