2002 Isuzu Axiom: complete transmission failure

Filed Jul 24, 2018 · Transmission · 121,000 miles · FL

My 2002 isuzu axiom transmission started slipping within a week I was at a stop sign I went to take off and my car wouldn't drive it went in reverse but not forward if I hit 'winter mode' it will bypass first gear and drive in second and third but not in first.... Once I come to a stop it comes out of winter mode and then I have to shut the car off and restart it and put it in winter mode all over again..... This transmission needs to be recalled and fixed free of charge...... This is a common issue with this transmission.. It's not fair to customers who have this SUV and these common issues happen and where now responsible for fixing it... Not fair my SUV is now just sitting in my driveway they don't make these transmissions or parts for them I've gone to advanced I've looked online it will cost thousands of dollars for a new transmission plus labor or the simple fix is a solenoid but guess what you cant find the part.... We should not be held responsible please help us fix our SUV I love my SUV and miss driving it help us!!!!!! I need my car to work and I've been out of work bc I have no vehicle please help... Sincerely, a single mom.

Filed Aug 21, 2011 · Transmission · 158,000 miles · ME

Transmission failure slips in and out of over drive.

Filed Jan 27, 2011 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · GA

Isuzu axiom 2002 2wd with 141000 miles. With 115000 miles in 2007 all of the sudden transmission failed and left me in the middle of the torrential rain with my wife and infant. We couldn't navigate car to the safety and we were in the middle lane when that happened. It was a very scary moment. I had to replace transmission. I had installed new transmission as I didn't want to experience anything similar. Now it failed again. There is something very suspicious about this transmission in these vehicles. I think somebody needs to address these issues.

Filed Oct 9, 2010 · Transmission · 98,032 miles · WA

Driving my 2002 isuzu axiom normally to work. I parked in a downtown parking garage and was instructed to park on the 4th floor. My car had great difficulty climbing the ramps and finally stopped climbing at the 3rd floor. I left my car all day and drove home after work, taking all surface streets and avoiding hills. The next day I carefully drove to my mechanics shop and(then the check trans & check eng lights came on) was told the transmission needs replacing or rebuilding. I carefully drove to a transmission shop and am having the transmission rebuilt at an out of pocket expense of roughly $3,300. Fortunately this all happened while I was driving, as it is normally the family car driven by wife. So basically the transmission suddenly failed without warning, there are no leaks or smoke or smell. And the warning light came on after it was too late. We did take our car to the dealer for its last trans service and had appointment to get a trans service 3 days after it failed!

Filed Jun 15, 2010 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · WI

Transmission failed on 2002 isuzu axiom with only 80k miles.

Filed May 10, 2010 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · TX

Transmission went out. All of a sudden wouldn't go into gear. Has a little over 100,000 miles. Haven't had fixed yet. Having trouble finding a mechanic to work on it. Apparently this is a common thing with this car. Researched on-line and lots of posting same problem. One person suggested making a complaint so that maybe it would be recalled.

Filed May 6, 2010 · Body · 121,960 miles · MA

I was driving my 2002 isuzu axiom on a major roadway heading for a major highway, when it started veering and buckling from left to right. It felt like a flat tire. I was able to pull into a parking lot, when it totally stopped and I was unable to drive it. The tow truck driver looked underneath the vehicle and told me the whole underside was rusted out. When it arrived at my mechanic's garage, he also told me that the whole frame and trailing arm was rusted, and basically beyond repair. I got an estimate, which was close to $5,000.00. I still owe almost $2000.00, replaced the transmission a few months before, and need a vehicle. It had 120,000 miles on it when this happened. I notified isuzu, filed a claim (isuzu case # [xxx] ), but was basically told there was nothing they could do, as the rust was due to the salt on our roads in massachusetts. Then I called the attorney general's office, who put me in touch with the south shore action committee, who basically try to mediate claims. It has been a few months and isuzu never answered their complaint. I am still waiting for some sort of compensation, as the vehicle should not have fallen apart due to rust and corrosion. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 7, 2010 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · OH

2002 isuzu axiom transmission failure. When shifting from 1st to 2nd gear transmission gets stuck and cannot go faster than 20 MPH. Axiom transmission are near impossible to find and when one is located it costs 3,000 to have installed.

Filed May 14, 2007 · Transmission · 36,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 isuzu axiom. The vehicle's a/t oil temperature light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who flushed the transmission. The same warning light illuminated again at 41,715 miles. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who replaced the piston accumulator cover. At 43,543 miles while attempting to pull out of a parking spot, the vehicle would not catch gear and started to shutter. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who replaced the transmission. At 45,800 miles, the failure has recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the gasket was melted and leaking fluid. The dealer also replaced the transmission sub pan because it was cracked. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage is 46,000 and failure mileage was 36,000.

Filed Nov 21, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · FL

2002 isuzu axiom replaced transmission and electrical system after mechanic stated everything was running fine. *kb ***nar*** the consumer has also had problems with the vehicle's air conditioner and the oxygen sensor.

Filed Sep 26, 2005 · Engine, Fuel system · VA

I bought my isuzu axiom in nov 2002. It has had several hazardous defects. 1) in may 2005, at 60,000 miles the transmission suddenly failed while driving, causing the vehicle to slow to 20-30 MPH, no longer accelerating. It was brought to the dealership. The transmission fluid burnt up. After two transmission flushes the transmission still needed to be replaced. Only after getting isuzu involved, did the dealership honor the warranty and replaced the transmission. Three weeks later I received the vehicle back. The same day it suddenly slowed again, not accelerating past 20 MPH and it slipped/spun accelerating from stop lights. It was immediately brought back to the dealership, the main oil seal was replaced. After that it worked with intermittent periods of slipping/spinning when accelerating. It progressively became slower to accelerate when passing, changing lanes. In sept. 05 the transmission went bad again, my vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating while going up a hill, causing a near accident with vehicles behind me. It was towed to the dealership, the transmission needed replaced again, for the third time! What good is isuzu axiom's 10 year/120,000 mile warranty if the transmission keeps going out suddenly as I drive it? The warranty won't prevent me from being in an accident the next time this happens. In addition it has experienced the following defects. 2) sept. 04 the timing belt cracked at 44,000 miles, needing replaced. Per the schedule maintenance it should not need replaced until 100,000 miles. 3)june 04, the low fuel light came on and the gas meter dipped to empty after just filling up. The fuel pump needed replaced. 4)june 04, the check transmission light came on, it could not be duplicated at the dealer. 5)march 04 and october 04 the front wheel bearings needed repacked and now need fully replaced due to barely passing sept 05 state inspection. 6)the vehicle intermittently skids to stop when brakes are applied in the rain.

Filed Jul 18, 2005 · Seat belts · 56,000 miles · GA

Car purchased 11/2002. 6 months later transmission went out, replaced. Since replacement only getting 13-15 miles to the gallon. Took car in 3 times and could not find a problem. About a month later car starting rattling, the drive train was replaced. The gear by the seat states in drive but the dash states d3 or nuetral depending if the gear is up or down. I address this problem with the shop and was told this is normal and have to make sure my dash has the correct gear and not to go by my handle on the side of seat. Now today, my car starts smoking and made a rattling screaching noise and it is my air compressor. Also, the brake jump when it is wet and is very scary when I brake and I am afraid that car is not going to stop. Also, the seat belt constantly get caught under the seat and when you think you are strapped in you are not since the plactic piece catches under the seat. I found this out when I had to abruptly stop my brakes and was pushed forward, this happens on the driver and passenger side. This is very dangerous! This car is awful. I have owned 5 different cars in my life and this car is horrible. I purchased the car in november 2002 and have had less than 3 years.