2006 Honda Civic: complete transmission failure

Filed Feb 28, 2013 · Body, Transmission · 87,000 miles · NJ

Had the 3rd gear transmission problem fixed at 45,000 miles and since then it has always driven different. Kept going back to the dealership and told me there was nothing wrong with it. Now at 87,000 it got taken in to get the front fenders and hood re-painted because of the faulty manufacturer paint. The car started clicking before I took it in and when pressing the clutch noise would go away. They did an estimate for my throwout bearing and the next day they called me saying the vehicle would move at all, that I need it a new transmission. Now the dealership expects me to pay them $4,000 in total for labor and to put a new trans in the car. I have always had problems with this dealership and had a few complaints towards honda. I also had the motor top gasket replaced because it was leaking oil and got covered under warranty since it was part of a recall.

Filed Feb 17, 2013 · Electrical, Transmission · 52,345 miles · CA

Automatic transmission failure and electric coolant temperature sensor failure in 2006 honda civic ex. Noticed change in driving feel over past couple of weeks--shifting was jerky, not smooth; seemed to rev slightly higher at times while driving. Engine warning light came on 2-13-13 when starting engine. Also, green light next to "drive" on the dash started blinking. Took car into honda dealership the next day. Was told that the transmission fluid was burnt, transmission had hydraulic issues, gears not shifting properly. New transmission installed. Had all previous regular maintenance performed at honda dealership, on schedule.

Filed Feb 8, 2011 · Transmission · 44,000 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda civic hybrid. The contact was attempting to accelerate from a traffic stop but the vehicle was unresponsive. There was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they were aware of the failure but there was no repair available. The technician burnished the start clutch and replaced the transmission fluid. The contact continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000.

Filed Nov 11, 2010 · Fuel system, Transmission · 7,203 miles · NJ

Bought car in may 2006, by aug 2006 I was only getting 36 miles per gallon. Brought car to dealer. They said they replaced a part to fix problem. Problem not fixed! Brought car back 3 more times and dealer said I was driving the car wrong. I told them to keep the car for a week, they did but still could not get the mileage over 37 mpg. They told us they didn't know what the problem was and there was nothing they could do about it. Went through 3 back tires on drivers side. They still wouldn't do anything about it! I had to pay for it! The car was getting worse and worse. Finally we took it to another dealer. They found that something was broken by the back tire (which is why I had to keep replacing them) and I needed a new transmission. All of that was covered under warranty. That was in september 2010. They also told me that's why I never got the mileage I was supposed to get. That was when they told me that I needed to get the software update!! Now my car is not drivable! The battery doesn't charge, the car cant accelerate! The service manager and the foreman told honda america that the car is not safe and honda america doesn't care! I filed a claim and I was told that there is no problem with the car. I just need to get used to driving it differently! When I pressed them and told them my car is now undrivable, I was told that they had nothing else to say to me! Honda really messed this one up! People are going to get killed driving these cars....and they know it! My car was a lemon since the day I bought it! Paid $5,000.00 extra for it , never got the mpg, and now I cant drive it!

Filed Feb 24, 2010 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · VA

I own a 2006 honda civic 2 door coupe. It is currently in the service shop at the local honda dealer as it requires a new transmission only 5700 miles past the drivetrain warranty. It is my understanding that this is a "rare" occurrence as stated by the service manager and usually happens with cars with much higher mileage. It is a manual transmission that as of 2 weeks ago has been slipping, grinding and whirring. I have requested that the honda customer service center get involved due to reports you have published starting back in 2001 about faulty transmissions in civics. There has been no recall since it has been determined it is not a "safety" issue. How can this be?? When you pull out into traffic and your gears slip giving you no acceleration?? I purchased a honda due to its "longevity" and as of this point, I will never purchase another honda again. The consequences of this faulty transmission is that it has leaked into my clutch and requires a new clutch, transmission and driveshaft at a cost to me of over $5000 when I still owe $7500 on a car that's only 4 years old with 65722 miles. I am paying for a rental as insurance does not cover this and I am truly upset that there was never a recall, especially since there are many many reports about honda civics transmission problems dated back to 2001. Its obvious that there is something wrong and would appreciate that you all investigate this further so that no other people have to go through what I am going through.

Filed Apr 24, 2009 · Engine, Transmission · 86,500 miles · CA

Last year I had to have the catalytic converter replaced due to failure and at that time I informed the honda dealer service technician hat the RPM's on the car were staying high even when the car was idle. The service tech said they checked the vehicle and could not replicate the issue and said they found nothing wrong with it. Now here we are 16000 miles later and I have a transmission failure. The car makes a clicking noise while in gear no other symptoms at this point. I have taken it to the dealer and they are aware of the failure, but are only willing to help me with 25% of the bill because I performed my own transmission fluid change and the warranty is up. This is the third problem I have had with the car in the three years I have had it.