Transmission drive d light is blinking. Told need a need 4th speed clutch pressure switch. Error code p1740? I have read many complaints about this issue on various consumer web sites. Honda should have this recalled and pay for repair.
2004 Honda Pilot transmission complaints
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The first symptom our 2004 honda pilot experienced was a shutter/jerking of the car at a little under 30 MPH. We took it to the repair shop but the mechanic was not able to replicate the condition. The shutter and jerking then started happening between 40-45 MPH. We took it back to the shop at which time the mechanic was able replicate it. The transmission was pulled and inspected. There was heat build up and discoloration. One of the components was totally burnt. The mechanic said that the transmission had to be replaced and could not be rebuilt. He wrote that there was heat build up between the countershaft and secondary shaft 2nd gear. He suggested that I call honda USA because there was a recall issue that year. I called honda USA. Honda said my VIN was not included in the recall. I explained that the problem located by my mechanic was exactly what the recall was all about-heat build-up between the countershaft and secondary shaft second gears in the automatic transmission, eventually leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage. Honda apologized but said our car was not part of the recall. They also said our car needed to be taken to an authorized honda dealer for inspection and repair. I paid for the replacement of the transmission out of pocket-$3800-because we needed our car to get around. I told honda that the defective transmission was sent to their plant if they wanted to inspect it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact was driving approximately 50 MPH when the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where they advised the contact that she would need to replace the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Torque converter shudder /vibration between 35 and 40 MPH. I have taken my 2004 honda pilot to the service department for over 18 month now trying to get someone to hear or experience what I was with my vehicle. Finally when the vibration was so bad it could be heard and felt. It was finally heard/felt by the service manager at local honda dealer. When I was told what the problem was and that it would cost $2500 to fix, I got a second opinion, when that opinion was confirmend, I went online to see if there was a recall that I had not been notified of. I did not find any recalls but found the numerous complaints on the manufacturer of powe train/automatic transmissions:torque converter. I was livid that there were so many complaint with the same problems that I don't know how the dealership did not know or if they conveniently chose not to acknowledge my problems.. Until I experience this problem I loved my vehicle.
2004 honda pilot shudders/vibrates violently at 30-50mph. Rpm gauge moves up and down. It does this every time I drive it for the past 2 years and honda says they know nothing about it and can't replicate it.
We have 2004 honda pilot with 94000 miles, today we had it serviced and they told us that it needs a new transmission for about $4450. We have taken this car to the dealership for service since we bought it. All schedule maintenances on time and all the sudden it needs a new transmission.
Torque converter shudder /vibration between 35 and 40 MPH. I have taken my 2004 honda pilot to the service department for over 18 month now trying to get someone to hear or experience what I was with my vehicle. Finally when the vibration was so bad it could be heard and felt. It was finally heard/felt by the service manager at local honda dealer. When I was told what the problem was and that it would cost $2500 to fix, I got a second opinion, when that opinion was confirmed, I went online to see if there was a recall that I had not been notified of. I did not find any recalls but found the numerous complaints on the manufacturer of power train/automatic transmissions:torque converter. I was livid that there were so many complaint with the same problems that I don't know how the dealership did not know or if they conveniently chose not to acknowledge my problems almost two years now. I want to know what I can do when I confront the dealership with my complaint. Until I experience this problem I loved my vehicle, now everytime it vibrates/shudders I am just sick about it.
Transmission slips when shifting gears.
My transmission makes a shutter/vibrating noise when accelerating at 25-50 MPH.
My 2004 honda pilot ex-l is having a torque converter issue (vibration/shudder/grinding between 20-50 MPH while accelerating). I have not had the problem fixed yet, but I have read numerous complaints regarding this issue at different internet sites.
I am an original owner of a 2004 honda pilot. The transmission has always had a slight shutter since new. I never thought any thing of it until I started commuting with it. If I give the car more gas the shutter will not happen. I believe this transmission will soon self destruct. The "d" on the transmission selector started blinking. I have 86,000 miles to date. I am cautious I will have to replace this thing due to the vast majority of internet threads. I was a loyal honda owner. Please recall this transmission before it kills someone.
2004 honda pilot transmission shudders while driving. Only 90,000 miles on vehicle. Dealer says torque converter needs to be replaced and possibly transmission. Upon research found this to be a large ongoing problem with many consumers.
Problem: at low RPM in 4th gear and speeds 25 to 35 MPH, there is sporadic vibration of the vehicle when the gas pedal is slightly depressed. The issue goes away if pressure is applied or removed from the gas pedal. The problem has recently started to occur at highway speeds of 65+ MPH as well, also at low RPM. The failure was identified as a torque converter issue by the dealer that has resulted in requiring the replacement of the entire transmission in the pilot. If the problem is not rectified, users have reported that it could result in a sudden change of gears to a lower gear which could result in severe consequences. The dealer has recommended that the transmission be replaced in its entirety in order to rectify the problem.
2004 honda pilot began making shuttering vibrating noise on deceleration at about 50,000 miles. Carried back to honda dealership 3 times and told could not reproduce noise or vibration. I got in vehicle with shop foreman and was able to reproduce the noise for him with no problem. This was on the third trip to the dealership with 102,000 miles on the vehicle. We were told the transmission would need replacing. We were told honda america would pay 40% of cost for "good faith". We still paid $2400.00 for the repair. We looked on the honda forums on the internet and there are hundreds of honda pilot owners with this same problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that the automatic transmission was slipping and not changing gears correctly; she noticed that it would accelerate the way it should have. There was a noise when accelerating which progressively became worse. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current mileage was approximately 124,000. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Transmission and torque converter causing serious shudder and possible lock-up.
2004 honda pilot ex with 122,000 miles the problem first began in june 2010 and has persisted ever since. While driving, my car's transmission will "shudder". It typically occurs between 25-55 MPH. While the duration is brief (15 seconds or less), it has become more frequent, at least one time during each driving occurrence. In addition to the shudder, at low rpms the car will have difficulty shifting and begin to jerk until the car is slowed down or until the gears are able to engage at a higher RPM. At this time, I am now aware of a recall that was conducted in 2003-2004 that involved numerous cars of various models. However, my car was not included in this recall. According to the posts and documents that I have read from the federal safety agency on the recall, the transmission must be replaced.
Around 35-45 MPH, loud noise is produced inside my 2004 honda pilot transmission. The vehicle has 117,000 miles. It sounds as if gears are not engaging, and are rather chipping off. I took the car to honda before my warranty expired and they stated they could not reproduce the noise. I continued to drive the vehicle, and the noise would intermittently happen. Now the noise happens all the time around 35-45 MPH as I let off of the accelerator a bit. I took it to my local mechanic(who I trust) and told him to check it out. He stated that a recall was out for the 2004 honda pilot automatic transmissions. I took the car the next day to the honda dealership, and they stated that my vehicle had already received the recall, and therefore the automatic transmission was replaced with a new one (transmission number 2 I will call it). I asked honda to investigate the cause of the transmission noise to see if it was something else. Honda tested the car, and it now again needs another automatic transmission. If I replace the transmission as they recommend, this will be the 3rd transmission in the car and I do not even have but 117,000 miles on the vehicle! The honda representative stated that the noise will continue and eventually lock up...which could cause a serious accident if on the highway when it occurs. This is a serious safety concern, and I am not pleased with honda's customer service in this instance. Upon researching, I have seen numerous posts on the internet, and official complaints stating they too are having the same issues even after the recall. Honda should have a 2nd recall as the safety of their customers is in jeopardy. This is ridiculous, and honda should step up to pay for the repair as they clearly have a problem with their transmissions even after the recall.
I own a 2004 honda pilot and I have been complaining to the honda dealership for almost 2 years about a 'shudder' that occurs between 30-50 MPH. It sounds and feels like you are driving over a washboard in the road and it will continue until you push down or let off of the accelerator. The honda service department said that they were able to reproduce it, but nothing showed up on the computer tests. They also said that it maybe something that has to get worse before they can figure it out. I find it hard to believe that it took me 1 minute on the internet to find countless complaints of the same nature as mine, with a diagnosis.
2004 honda pilot that makes a "washboard" sound between 30 - 45 MPH. Dealership failed to diagnose problem as torque converter which has now damaged the transmission. Problem started in late 2008 when vehicle was only 4 years old. I am aware of numerous problems with this transmission in hondas and acuras. Honda is not making the situation right and leaving the consumer with a substantial expense for something that certainly appears to be a defect.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. After shifting the vehicle into neutral gear the contact noticed that he could turn the vehicle off and remove the key from the ignition which caused the vehicle to travel backwards crashing into a nearby parked vehicle. No one was injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The current and failure mileages were 84000.
I have a 2004 honda pilot and I am having the same problem that a lot of the honda cars are getting recalled for but my vehicle is not listed. You can remove the key while the gear selector is not in park. My wife rolled forward and hit a safety pole. She is always afraid of doing it again with our kids in the car. I called honda about the repair and they said it was not a recall. I don't understand how some honda cars can get recalled but mine will not. I called honda and asked about the cost of the repair and they told me it was going to be expensive.
2004 honda pilot driveline vibration. The 2004 honda pilot we own shudders and vibrates very loudly when accelerating between 25-50mph. This has been ongoing throughout the life of the car. (family owned since new) the vehicle has been taken to honda on several occasions for diagnosis and repair for the problem. Honda has stated they can not reproduce the issue or said they find no problem. Honda did complete a recall and installed an oil jet kit at 12k miles. This was their attempt to quell the problem. After research I have found honda has issued tsb 06-003(9 june 2007) and is fully aware of the problem. American honda has diagnosed the problem as a faulty torque converter, thus causing premature destruction of the vehicle's transmission. Due to the vehicle's age/mileage american honda refuses to cover the repair of the torque converter and or transmission, even though the problem was reported/documented while still under warranty.
I just recently (in november) purchased a 2004 honda pilot. The transmission starting causing shifting problems. The first time it was like I slammed the brakes on but thankfully I was just going up our drive way and not driving fast. I started driving again and it kept messing up. Then the green light started flashing on the d when I was driving and parked. I took it in and they plugged it into the computer and it was a transmission code. There was also a 2-3 shift malfunction. They said my transmission needed replaced. I looked up recalls and my car had a recall for the transmission and it was """fixed""" in may 2006. However, they did not change the transmission, just installed an oil jet kit to keep it lubricated! Apparently that did not help especially if there are chips of metal in the fluid! Everyone I talk to just tells me my car, being at 104,000 miles, is out of warranty and they have to draw the line somewhere! No crap people! But if you would have fixed the darn thing properly when it had a recall it would not need replaced already! Honda has been horrible through this and refuse to help me. I am a single mother of 3 children and I can not afford a new transmission at $4,000 especially when it is their screw up and they should have to fix their recall! I am so angry and will never buy another honda as long as I live and I will tell anyone I know about their horrible transmissions and their bad customer service. They are just trying to cover their butts on this one. It is time they start helping their customers rather than basically saying "its your problem now". From what I see this is an ongoing problem with honda and I think something needs to be done! With the number of complaints about the transmission this could lead to more serious and dangerous problems if not fixed properly! I am very disappointed in honda and feel like they should fix this and make it safe at no cost to the customers.
Transmission noise/vibration at low rpms while driving in 4th gear. Does not make noise while driving in d3. Recall work was supposed to have been done by dealer when vehicle was purchased new. Recall stated that trans could "lock up" while driving. Have seen other complaints online for same problem with acura mdx which uses the same transmission. The problem appears to be faulty torque converters.
Our 2004 honda pilot began making noises every once in a while a couple of months ago. At first, the noise sounded like we had run over a paper cup with the rt front tire. This small sound got more frequent. We noticed it happened most often when we were moving at a slow speed -- between 30 and 40 MPH. We called the dealership and the mechanic determined the torque converter is malfunctioning. The dealer says we need to replace both the torque and transmission at $3,500. Our pilot has 78,000 miles.when I pull up information for our VIN, it shows 3 safety notices/recalls including the one for the transmission (recall number: 04v176000)the recall began on apr 21, 2004 and I remember getting a notice to take the vehicle to the dealer, but honda america says the recall did not include my VIN no. And there are no recalls for our pilot at all. The recall involved 1099796 units -- including the 2003 and 2004 model yr pilots. Honda america does not want to acknowledge that our VIN was -- or at the very least should have been -- in the recall. The honda america rep was abrupt and repeated the same scripted line over and over ..."your VIN is not under any recall..." the dealership has been supportive. We don't know if there will be any discount from either honda america or the dealer. Our 1999 odyssey had to have transmission replaced just out of warranty -- and this was the vehicle honda promised to be the best of the best for quality and safety. We will be selling or trading the pilot and looking for something out of the honda line. The powertrain should have 100,000 miles -- not the 36,000. I want honda america to look into our problem , step up and say this issue is the same issue in the recall. Our pilot was serviced on schedule through the dealer. The honda america rep said they don't look at what websites say about honda issues (edmunds, safecar.gov...). Perhaps honda should ask toyota how that worked for them... --[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH the vehicle started making a noise and the automatic transmission light came on. The vehicle start jerking and suddenly locked-up causing the vehicle to stop in the middle of the highway. The contact restarted the vehicle but the engine kept locking up while driving. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the transmission and they told the dealer that they will cover 50 percent of the transmission repair. The contact stated the transmission should not have gone out at 83,000 miles and this could have caused a major crash on the highway. The failure mileage was 83,000.
2004 honda pilot transmission gear problems....gears are engaging while driving at approximately 40 MPH.
Flashing d indicator in 2004 honda pilot - automatic transmission model has about 92,000 miles and during driving demonstrated a flashing "d" drive indicator on the dashboard. Took to dealer and they advised pressure sensor on 4th gear needed to be replaced. Appears numerous similar complaints exist on the internet for 2003 and 2004 honda pilot vehicles.
I was driving home from work yesterday when the d (drive) light started blinking. I drove less than a half mile down the road to pick up my children at school, I put the car in p (park) and the d light kept blinking. I turned the car off and went into the school to pick up my children, when I came back out and turned the car back on, the d light was no longer blinking. I spoke to a mechanic this morning and it is apparently a problem with the transmission so now I need to take the day off of work and go get it looked at. I'm sure it will also be a pricey fix if the transmission is involved. I am definitely not happy considering I have just over 80k miles on my pilot, and honda vehicles are supposed to be reliable. Was there a problem with 2004 honda pilot vehicles, specifically with their transmissions?
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