I was driving and came to a four-way stop. When I accelerated from the stop, I heard a loud snapping noise and immediately lost the ability to drive the vehicle, although the engine continued to run normally. After inspecting the vehicle, it appears that the CV axle failed due to extensive rust and deterioration. While researching repair options, I discovered that a recall was issued for certain vehicles in specific states related to CV axle/driveshaft corrosion; however, Idaho was not included in the recall coverage. I am unsure why Idaho was excluded, as the apparent cause of this failure seems consistent with the recall description, which states that the driveshaft's protective coating may not have been properly applied during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to corrosion from road salt and other contaminants, potentially leading to axle failure. Idaho experiences significant winter weather, and road salt and other de-icing chemicals are commonly used on roadways throughout the state. Given these conditions and the apparent corrosion-related failure of my CV axle, I believe this issue is consistent with the corrosion concerns identified in the recall and warrants further review.
2013 Honda Fit transmission problems
12 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 75,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 75,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Manual transmission: internal: shaft: output1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda Fit transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda Fit vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts' protective coating may not have been applied properly during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt, or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
- Risk
- A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are P9M, PAV, BAY, TAX, CA0, and MAZ.
Recall number 20V770000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- American Honda Motor Co., Ltd, (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Honda Fit vehicles manufactured May 24, 2013, through July 5, 2013, and equipped with a manual transmission. The passenger side driveshaft may break while driving due to an improper heat treatment application during manufacturing.
- Risk
- If the driveshaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured driveshaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side driveshaft and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009. Honda's number for this recall is JE4.
Recall number 14V258000 · Recall details
What 2013 Honda Fit owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled with a grinding sound coming from the vehicle. Upon restarting the vehicle, the failure persisted with the ABS warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle started rolling forward while in park(P) and the parking brake was activated to stop the vehicle from rolling. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and replaced the driver’s side CV axle. Upon taking the vehicle to a dealer for an oil change; the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V770000 (Power Train); however, the recall was closed three years prior. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2013 honda fit. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement repairs related to front drive shaft assemblies safety recall. The consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the reimbursement of the vehicle's safety recall repair.
Received recall warning
Drivers side cv shaft sheared underneath vibration dampener. I was trying to take off from a stop at an intersection and the shaft broke. I was attempting to make a right hand turn onto a rural state route. This could have been quite bad if anyone was coming. After pushing the car to the side of the road it wouldn't stay put in park almost leading to it rolling into another vehicle while I was halfway out of the vehicle. The break also happened inside the vibration dampener so if there were any clues of this part starting to fail they were hidden and would have been almost impossible for a mechanic to spot.
Front passenger axle broke when I stepped on the gas when stoplight turned green. Had car towed to dealership for repair. I found there was recall on this front axle for 2013 fit made between 5/24-7/5/13 for this failure, but honda says my car had no recall on file so it wouldn't be part of this recall. Car only has 59500 miles. Customer service unable to tell me actual date my car mfg and that they are meticulous on recalls. If they're so meticulous, why did they put improperly heat treated axles in 3108 cars? I suspect mine got missed in the recall. I have the broken axle, which I can take to a metallurgist if necessary.
Passenger side drive shaft broke in two pieces while accelerating from a stop going straight on a residential street.
I was making a wide turn going forward on a highway. I couldnt complete the turn successfully because the road wasnt wide enough, so I stopped and changed gears to reverse to back up. That is when the axle broke. It probably had the most torque on it and perhaps I didnt give it enough time to shift from forward to reverse.
Front axel fractured and broke. Fracture was inside boot and therefore couldnt be detected in advance without removing the boot. The vehicle parked ok. And then we re-started it but it couldnt deliver any movement to the wheels when placed in gear.
Questions about the 2013 Honda Fit transmission
Does the 2013 Honda Fit have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the transmission of the 2013 Honda Fit, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2013 Honda Fit transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 75,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Honda Fit transmission?
Yes, 2 recalls: 20V770000, 14V258000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Fit have bad transmission?
The Honda Fit model years with the most transmission complaints are 2015 (38 complaints), 2009 (33 complaints) and 2007 (27 complaints).
Other 2013 Honda Fit problems
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