2004 Honda Accord Transmission

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2004 Honda Accord Transmission V6

71 problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2004 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Honda Accord based on all problems reported for the 2004 Accord.

Failure Date: 04/01/2012

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving slowly to park the vehicle, it lunged forward and crashed into a wooden fence. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that the throttle was faulty and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 31,000 and the current mileage was 32,000. . . Updated08-30-12 updated 09/07/2012.

Failure Date: 12/01/2011

Changes to the seventh-generation Accord included a slightly larger and more powerful 160-hp, 2.4-liter base four-cylinder engine matched with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. 2004 Honda Accord Transmission Cooler. Select the correct transmission cooler by determining where there is enough space to mount it. The diagram on the left numbers the best three positions to mount the transmission cooler in order. Transmission coolers are more efficient when they receive maximum air.

2004 Honda Accord. Consumer writes in regards to transmission recallsthe consumer was informed the transmission needed to be replaced at a cost of $ 4,150. 00.

Failure Date: 06/30/2011

The transmission of my 2004 Honda Accord v6 slips between 1st and 2nd gears. Service tool v3400 for mac. This happen while trying to accelerate onto an interstate. Towed into repair shop, but no problem found. Problem recurred next several days, but not as severely. Just had 105000 mile check up with no issues, and now this expense! I see there have been recalls and class action suits for this transmission. What is my relief?.

Failure Date: 06/16/2011

Driving on interstate highway the car suddenly stopped working. The car then with difficulty had to be pulled to the breakdown lane with the momentum of the car. Engine was running but could not accelerate the car. Subsequent diagnosis suggested that there was a failure of the automatic transmission.

Failure Date: 06/13/2011

I was trying to merge onto the freeway and was almost rear ended because I could not get the vehicle to go over 30 mph. I was scary to say the least.

Failure Date: 06/11/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. When the vehicle stopped it began to lunge forward. The contact placed the gear shift in neutral and then back into to drive; however, the vehicle continued to lunge forward. The contact added transmission fluid and was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000. Updated 07/20/ljthe consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. The consumer stated the transmission was replaced after the vehicle began lurching and soon after, it would not move at all. Updated 08/05/jb.

Failure Date: 05/27/2011

Driving on freeway with no warning the car comes to a sudden stop as if the brakes were being slammed on. I own a 2004 Honda Accord v6 automatic. After this incident the car did not want to drive as if it was in neutral. I was slowly able to get onto shoulder. This caused a huge traffic jam. I was nearly rear ended by full size truck. After I had stopped for approx. Ten minutes I was able to drive the car home with no issues. I discovered that Honda issued a recall for this same exact problem. I've read many other people have had this same incident happen. One of which involved a chilid getting injured. I brought the vehicle to the captial city Honda dealership in olympia, wa. For the recall work to be performed (it had not been done, issued in 2004). The dealership had my vehicle for a full day before I recieved a call saying my vehicle needed an oil kit installed which was part of the recall. The next day I was told the kit was installed and it did not fix the problem. I was also told that during the test drive the transmission locked up on the technician driving it. They then told me that the failure had nothing to do with the second gear which the recall states and that I would be responsible to pay for the repair approx. $4,000. The next day I call back stating that I believe the transmission should be changed under the recall and that they were supposed to inspect the transmission before installing the kit. They then told me they never installed the kit and the failure is not a part of the recall. Many other 2004 Honda owners have had the same problem. If it's not related to the recall shouldn't there be an investigation into why these transmissions are failing like this now? or are the dealerships not performing the recall inspections correctly? I implore that another recall be opened to inspect these transmissions again and further than just the color of second gear. I don't want another driver injured or killed due to this or a child injured or killed.

Failure Date: 05/03/2011

There was absolutely no warning that my transmission was going to fail. I was stopped at a red light. When it turned green, I started to go and was entering onto an interstate on ramp. I was in 5pm traffic, which was thick. My car wasn't picking up speed. I looked down and the rmps were high. I let up off the gas. The car started to go, and then jerked like it was stopping. The car behind me almost rear ended me. I was in the interstate on ramp with no where to pull over. I tried to give it gas, and the car would not pick up speed fast enough. I let up off the gas again and it would go and then jerk to almost a stop. It was like someone else had control of the gas pedal and break pedal. It did this five or six times until I could get off the road. I had it taken to the dealership, where I was told the transmission needed to be replaced which would cost $4,000. Again, I had no warning this would happen and had no prior problems with the transmission. The fluid had been changed just 3 months before this happened. The car had always been maintained at the dealership. This is a 2004 Honda Accord ex, 6 cylinder, with 134,000 miles at the time. Honda refused to help with any cost. Although there was a recall on some 2004 Accords, they said my VIN number was not one of those. A website shows 78 other people who experienced the exact same thing. . . With no warning and with mileage between 80,000-140,000. Surely, Honda is aware of this issue and it was broader than they thought. This is a safety issue. I was almost rear ended!! I plan to bring this to the media's attention.

Failure Date: 04/28/2011

My 2004 Accord ex failed yesterday on the freeway, dropping from 65 to 20 mph and then zero and getting me almost rear-ended in heavy morning traffic while trying to move to the side of the road. I called aaa and they contacted a towing company and the local police department. Car had to be towed to the garage and weâ€™ve just been told it needs a new transmission ($3800). We called Honda to check on known issues but the service department assured us that he was not aware of any issue with this model. There was no indication on the dash that there was a problem and this happened very suddenly. I was very lucky that this failure did not lead to a major accident. Please advise on.

Failure Date: 04/24/2011

I was driving our 2004 Honda Accord ex v6. My wife was in the passenger seat. I entered the freeway accelerating to freeway speeds (60mph) and around 55mph the car's engine revved to 6000rpm. Knowing something was wrong I took my foot off the gas. The car began to coast and all of a sudden it caught a lower gear and violently started to engine brake. I almost lost control of the car. I'm certain that if the pavement was wet I would have. I am an experienced driver and was able to keep us on the road. If my wife was driving things might have been different. The car has been well taken care of and has had all of its scheduled maintenance and inspections (with records). The car was taken to repair shop and we were informed the car's transmission is bad. The car has 121,000 miles. There was a recall for transmission issues with this car year model that included cars manufactured to January 8, 2004. Our car was manufactured in January 2004 and not included in the recall. We have yet to have the car repaired because of the insanely high repair cost. I have also noticed several internet sites and newspaper articles referring to Honda transmission problems. I am thankful that I didn't wreck the car, but now the car is sitting in our driveway not drive-able. Obviously, now I wonder if my car should have been included in the recall. I hope someone doesn't have to die before this problem is brought to light and remedied by Honda.

Failure Date: 03/13/2011

Vehicle exhibited 'hard' downshifts while decelerating. Transmission lost top gear while driving, leading to sudden deceleration and potential for rear end collision.

Failure Date: 02/14/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting gears while in motion. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact noticed that the rpm decreased to 20. While stopped at an intersection, she attempted to accelerate forward but the vehicle stalled; the failure was similar to recall 04v176000 (power train: automatic transmission). The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle had not been included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who drained the transmission fluid and cleaned metal from the plugs but the failure continued. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 134,257.

Failure Date: 02/11/2011

2004 Honda Accord ex v6 4dr, original owner 88. 7k miles needs a new transmission per the dealer. You have to issue a recall on these vehicles! there seems to still be an inherint problem with the automative 5 speed transmissions in these cars stemming 2000!!.

Failure Date: 01/31/2011

The automatic transmission on my 2004 Honda Accord suddenly failed causing me to completely lose power on a busy interstate.

Failure Date: 12/28/2010

On December 28, 2010 I was driving my car through the windy and snowy back roads of the adirondacks when suddenly the car began to slowly decelerate. Luckily there was a small shoulder where the snow was plowed off enough for me to pull over and call aaa. I had to wait 35 minutes on the side of this road in the middle of nowhere for my car to be towed. I purchased this car new in 2004 and have been the only driver since. It has been excellently maintained and always brought in for oil changes and checkups. This car, other than what happened on the 28th, is in perfect condition. I had my car towed to the nearest Honda dealership in plattsburgh new york. The next day the mechanic called me and said it was an internal failure of the transmission. He gave me three options, none of which are appealing. The first option costs $2,500 for a used transmission, second option costs $3,000 to rebuild the existing transmission and lastly $3,300 for a new transmission. Again, no option is appealing. When looking up the types of failures that other Honda Accords have had, this is right in line with them. It infuriates me to no end that this is not covered by warranty and that it will cost me over $3 thousand to fix this car. Prior to this problem, my immediate family has owned 6 Hondas, needless to say, we won't be purchasing any more.

Failure Date: 12/23/2010

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate but the engine continued to rev. The vehicle coasted to a stop. While shifted in drive, the vehicle moved in reverse and vice versa. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that the transmission was the cause of failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 96,517.

Failure Date: 11/18/2010

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. While driving approximately 50 mph the vehicle shifted in neutral on its own. She stated that the vehicle shifted back into drive on its own in less than a minute. After reaching her destination she parked the vehicle and within a few hours she stated that the vehicle began to function normally, but as she continued to drive the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the vehicle would not shift into second gear. The manufacturer and dealer were willing to pay 50 percent of the repair cost to replace the transmission. She referenced recall 04v176000, power train:automatic transmission and stated that her VIN was not part of the recall per the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 90,900.

Failure Date: 11/02/2010

I was driving my 2004 Honda Accord ex v6 on the freeway at 65 mph. All of the sudden the car jerked and felt like it downshifted and the vehicle abruptly slowed from 65 mph to 30mph in a matter of seconds. Luckily there was not a car directly behind me and I was able to pull the car to the side of the road without an accident. If there had been someone directly behind me then there would have been a bad accident. This could have been extremely dangerous to anyone who was on the road with me.

Failure Date: 10/20/2010

When starting, my 2004 Accord, a green d light came on then the car began to drive very roughly and without power. It was then that I found out about the recall on certain cars of that year, for the same problem, however, my VIN number was not included in the recall so the Honda dealer said in essence too bad that doesn't effect your car because your VIN wasn't included! now I'm going to have to pay to replace a transmission in a car with only 77,000 miles!.

Failure Date: 10/15/2010

Car goes into neutral while driving. Will not go back into drive mode unless car is turned off then turned back on.

Failure Date: 09/21/2010

I was driving to work on 9/21/2010. Traffic was coming to a stop and I began to apply my brake. Upon applying brake my vehicle accelerated causing me to rear end another vehicle. My air bags did not deploy and I'm not sure what my rate of speed was because I was trying to stop when the car accelerated. My front end is damaged to the tune of $4,886. 08. After my accident I was confused about how it happened. I knew I had was paying attention on just didn't ram into another car. I was on a street was several school bus stops and they where making their rounds. So speeding is not an option. I was talking with my fiance and he stated that this has happened to him once while driving my car. He did not have an accident, and also thought it may or may not have been operator error it kind of shocked and confused him as well. I'm going to have my vehicle checked while being repaired. I just want this looked into this was really scary and could have ended up much worse.

Failure Date: 09/20/2010

2004 Honda Accord trasmission failure.

Failure Date: 09/05/2010

Just happened sept. 5th. No action taken thus far. ; 2004 Honda Accord accelerated w/o my foot on gas and then w/I a few minutes, it wouldn'tgo at all. 3 women stuck on major 2 lane highway on the way back from beach on labor day week-end. Very dangerous and scary and unsafe. I would say that the transmission is faulty and that Honda is responsible for what could have been a major accident. I am concerned for the safety and well-being of other Honda Accord owners that are not aware of this safety issue. Police and tow truck were needed.

Failure Date: 09/03/2010

My 2004 Honda Accord ex currently has 80,000 miles and needs a new transmission. Research on the internet found that many other customers are having the same problem. Please do something to hold Honda responsible.

Failure Date: 09/01/2010

I was driving my 2004 Honda Accord ex-v6 on the highway. When I attempted to accelerate by pressing on the gas pedal the car did not go any quicker no matter how hard I pressed. I pressed down hard a few times and then began to move over to the right lanes in case it got worse. The rpm's went a the way to almost the red but the car was not going and was sowing down. Then out of the blue it went back to normal. I got off the highway and came to a stop light. When I started to go it started to move, got me in the middle of the intersection, then did it again, raving real loud but not moving. I had cars coming right at me and I thought I was going to die. Then, the person I called to help me, showed up right behind me in his truck and pushed me out of the intersection just in time. Honda almost got me killed. I had it towed to the dealer because I just had the transmission flushed due to their recomendation. They said the transmission was gone and would need a new one. They said I should call Honda care because this has happened a lot lately and their are recalls on this transmission as well. Honda told me too bad, we can't help you. I paid $3,800 for a rebuilt transmission that is not the same as the original model and now it gives me all kkinds of problems and I feel very unsafe in this Honda. I bought a Honda because they are supposed to be safe. It seems Honda does not care about the safety of its owners as much as it may seem.

Failure Date: 07/26/2010

2004 v6 Honda Accord transmission had a radical and sudden gear change while traveling at 65 mph on the freeway. It down shifted with no warning or notice. There were absolutely no signs of trouble leading up to this incident. My Honda has 111,000 miles on it. My owners manual says to have the transmission serviced at 120,000 miles. This incident almost caused a severe crash. Safety is my biggest concern. Other Honda owners need to be aware of this issue. I am greatly concerned for their safety. This incident has made me want to stop all Honda owners and make sure they know of this possibility. When we purchased this car we had no idea Honda has such a safety issue with the 2004 transmissions. I am sure there are many others owners just as unaware. I hope nobody dies before Honda takes responsibility for the mistake. I have contacted Honda of America and they are telling me that because the safety recall stopped before my VIN # was reached that they cannot help me. I have been quoted almost $4000 for the repair. I am scheduled to have the transmission replaced on 8/2/2010. The transmission has went into complete failure in just 2 days since our first sign something was amiss. I hope somebody will step up and make Honda take responsibility. This incident could have cost my husband his life.

Failure Date: 06/23/2010

The transmission drive train went out on my 2004 v6 Honda Accord, and caused all systems in my car to stop responding while on the freeway going 60 mph. In the process multiple cars came into close contact with my vehicle before it stranded me in the middle of the freeway. Upon contact with several automotive shops in area, I was advised that this has been a longstanding issue with this vehicle drive train not being configured for the 4 cylinder engine and not correctly for a v-6 engine.

Failure Date: 06/14/2010

While driving my grandson to work, traveling at 45 mph the transmissions ceased for about 2 seconds, then shifted into a lower gear for a few seconds then ceased again. I stopped turned the engine off for about 5 min. Turned it back on and worked find for about 3 min. Then it all started again. Left my grandson at work & was able to take the vehicle to the Honda dealer & paid $81. 67 to have the fluid replace. I was driving home and the same symptoms occurred & return to the dealer. The dealer then informed me that the transmission needed to be replaced at $4075. 00 but, that they will contact the Honda rep. In an attempt to offset the cost. Honda rep. Agreed to pay $864. 00 & the remainder ($3211) would be charge to me. My car has 121,941 miles. I am not at all happy with Honda, since this vehicle has a recall for this vehicle's problem,what can I do? the vehicle n question is a 2004, Honda Accord.

Failure Date: 06/14/2010

My transmission locked up on me and totally needs to be replaced. Gave be tons of problems like stepping on gas car revved up but didn't go nowhere, downshifted on its on causing cars behind me to almost crash into me. Now its done. Needs to be replaced and cant afford it!!.

Failure Date: 06/10/2010

We were lucky that we weren't killed!!!2004 Honda Accord exl 6cyl VIN#[xxx]. We were traveling on route 95 north of boston in the middle lane at an approx. Speed of 60 mph on June 10, 2010 at approx. 6:15pm. I went to pass the car in front of us and started to pull into the passing lane on the left. Suddenly, the car jerked violently and slowed down suddenly. The car in back of us almost hit us and swerved into the lane on the right to avoid hitting our car. The other driver was almost run over by a semi truck who jammed on his brakes. I thought he (the truck) was going to jack knife. I see that this transmission problem is a recall item for Honda. The Honda dealer (kelley Honda in lynn, mass. ) says that they will not help us financially to replace the transmission. The car has 90,000 miles and is in good shape otherwise. We are very upset at Honda's reaction to this safety failure and we feel strongly that the us gov't should step in before people are needlessly killed in cars with this transmission. We also note on the internet that there are tons of people with the same problem and very dangerous experiences. Please help and get the word out!! [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Failure Date: 05/07/2010

2004 Honda Accord accelerated suddenly, slowed down with braking, sped up again and then there was no power although car in gear. I am lucky I did not have an accident. Car was towed to the dealer who is asking me for 3969k to replace the failed transmission. Car only has 62k miles on it. Honda has recalled 2004 Accords for the same problem, but refused to cover mine or contribute toward the defective transmission, because my VIN was not recalled--although I have the same problem as the recalled VIN's. Nhtsa is not investigating, unfortunately, and people's lives are stake here. Updated ivoq 06/08/10. The consumer would like an explanation as to why his vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. Updated ivoq 08/25/jb.

Failure Date: 04/30/2010

The contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle would shift into second gear, lock in place and decrease in speed. The dealer performed a diagnostic test and stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 67,000.

Failure Date: 04/14/2010

-the contact owns a 2004 Honda Accord. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph, the engine rpm increased and the speed rate decreased. The engine was turned off. The vehicle was restarted and the engine rpm continued to increase. The contact stated there was a recall associated with the failure under NHTSA campaign id number 04v176000 (power train: automatic transmission). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the transmission be replaced. The transmission was in the process of repairs at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.

Failure Date: 04/05/2010

My husband and I were driving on the 405s in his 2004 Honda Accord 3. 0 vtech. While driving uphill transmission started to fluctuate. Jumped up to 6 rpms then started slipping. Had we waited any longer to pull to the shoulder we would have been in an accident. Had mechanic check out problem told us transmission is shot and we need to replace it. We've been changing fluid every 3 years and I recently had it changed that previous Tuesday. I called american Honda's corporate office and they told me the only thing I could do was have the Honda dealership check it out but the car wont even move so I have no way to get it to the dealership without a tow. Then Honda will probably tell me that my transmission is dead which I already know then charge me for the service. Im pregnant and had it not been for the ability to pull over quickly, my family would not be here and worse off, someone else's family could have been involved.

Failure Date: 03/20/2010

Engine racing like car was in neutral but car was in drive.

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This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.

CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2004 Honda Accord suffers from widespread transmission failure & problems with the stereo backlight failing. We recommend avoiding this model year like the plague.

The transmission begins slipping & eventually has to be replaced, typically soon after 90,000 miles & with a repair cost of over $2,000. Transmission failure has been a huge problem for the Accord & several other Honda models all through the early 2000s model years. Honda extended the transmission warranty to 93 months/109k miles for the 2000-2001 Accord as a class action lawsuit settlement, but owners of other Accord model years with transmission problems are out of luck.

The stereo backlight problem has been an issue ever since these Accords were only a few years old. Honda eventually issued a recall which covered the repair for 7 years/100k miles, which was nice while it lasted but now that period is over. Honda initially replaced the entire radio ($800) but eventually began replacing just the PCB which at ~$300 is much cheaper. That sounds like a deal, but keep in mind we're talking about a backlight bulb that costs $2 to fix in most other cars.

Typical Repair Cost:: $2,990
Average Mileage:: 109,950 miles
Total Complaints:: 207 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

not sure (67 reports)
paid for a new transmission (46 reports)
replace transmission (39 reports)
complete rebuild (15 reports)
honda paid partial 'goodwill repair' (15 reports)
fixed with new warranty from transmission specialty shop (9 reports)

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problem #207

Accord 2.4L

Automatic transmission
150,000 miles

The car keeps going after its been put in park.The gears are not catching to allow increases in speed. The car has a recall on the transmission at the NHTSA website but the Honda representative said its not on my specific car. But its the exact problem.

- Sharaka M., Little Rock, AR, US

problem #206

Accord LX V6

Automatic transmission
145,000 miles

This vehicle had a Honda Recall and was satisfied by the prior owner. I purchased it used on 11/25/2017 as a used vehicle 2004 Honda Accord that had 92,034 miles and I paid $13,699.65 CASH and a Superior Warranty of 36 Mos and 100,000 Miles. When I drove the vehicle for 1,658 miles the transmission failed. The dealership honored their 90-day warranty, then October 2015, that transmission had issued and a speed sensor was replaced at 117,372 Miles. At 122,000 the transmission failed and the Superior warranty was used to replace that transmission. The second transmission is failing at 145,000 miles only 22,000 into the replacement and it failed at this point. The dealer is not willing to replace the transmission with a new transmission and is willing to work with me on getting into another used vehicle .. However, I wanted to see if there is a case prior to working with the dealer.

I wanted to keep this car as it was a purchase with no payments, and from my father's inheritance of which there is no further resources. Thank you for your time.

- Angelita E., Carlsbad, US

problem #205

Accord EX V6

Automatic transmission
125,000 miles

Was advised to have a transmission fluid replacement by local Honda dealer. Approx. 5,000 miles after the fluid replacement, the transmission began to seize up and eventually failed. After doing some research, a transmission fluid replacement is ill advised on older transmissions especially if it's performed incorrectly. Luckily I had my old paperwork and it stated local Honda dealer performed a transmission FLUSH (the wrong way to to do it) instead of a transmission DRAIN. A transmission flush is not recommended by Honda and performing one on an older engine has the propensity to completely ruin the transmission.

Local Honda dealer incorrectly flushed transmission fluid, contacted Honda corporate and received a new transmission + 3/year warranty for $1k.

- mrwells, Depew, US

problem #204

Accord EX 3.0L V6

Automatic transmission
143,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I bought this 2004 Accord from a used car dealer to replace a vehicle that was rear-ended and totaled. I needed something reliable (or so I thought) and went with Honda based on its reputation.The transmission started slipping within two weeks of purchasing the car. It got progressively worse over the next 3 weeks until it completely failed and stranded me on the way home from work. I limped it to a transmission shop to find out the 3rd clutch had failed and that this was an extremely common problem with Honda's 5 speed automatic transmission. I had several options to fix the problem and chose the complete rebuild for $2700 with a 24 month/ 24,000 mile warranty from the shop that did the work.

I was beyond furious to find out just how widespread this kind of problem is with this year and model (mostly at myself for missing this information before I bought the car). However, Honda should be ashamed for manufacturing such crap and hanging people out to dry for expensive repairs. Almost 300 complaints of faulty transmissions on this website alone is mind-boggling.

Now that the car is fixed it runs really well but to be honest, I have such a negative association with this car it's very hard to enjoy it.

Needless to say, I will be avoiding Honda like the plague from here on out and I won't make the same mistake again.

Update from Jan 12, 2017: Update 1-11-2017--After the transmission rebuild, it was still never quite right. It would randomly slip just like the original problem. No real pattern other than it consistently slipping in the lower gears (1st-2nd on the upshift and 2nd to 1st on the downshift). It had also developed a high pitched whine in the morning when it was cold. Fortunately, the shop that rebuilt it kept taking it back (2 year/ 24,000 mile warranty). I was out of a vehicle for a week at a time while they would try and duplicate the problem. It was finally determined that the sprag clutch inside the transmission was the culprit. It probably should've been changed out in the first place.

- j.b., Roseville, CA, US

problem #203

Accord V6

Automatic transmission
187,192 miles

Have trusted Honda in the past but now will think twice. After research I wish I had known about prior to purchasing this vehicle, I cannot believe Honda hasn't made right on their faulty transmissions from 2001-2004 in their Accords. It seems a quality company that wants to be known for the workmanship of their vehicles would have addressed the problems in their transmission design well before they did and additionally would have fixed their error on ALL vehicles that were sold with the problem. I am looking at a $2500 repair, and I am floored that Honda doesn't stand behind their brand more than what I have seen on this site and others. Really disappointed and will share my story with friends and family. Although the issue is on an older model vehicle, if Honda was this inept in their design and workmanship then what else might they mess up on current and future models? It appears if they do mess up, they are not willing to truly stand behind their product and do what's right by those who trusted in their brand.

- Tammie P., Spring Hill, TN, US

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problem #202

Accord EX 3.0L V6

Automatic transmission
265,575 miles

Free video players for mac. I had just buy the car from my sister in-law and she had just spend 2200.00 dollar in repairing the transmisson on that car so she tried of fixing the car and she sold it to me

- Jerome C., Williston, SC, US

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#201

Accord EX-L 3.0L V6

Automatic transmission
138,000 miles

Transmission started slipping around 120xxx. Fluid became a grayish color indicating metal was in it. On failure date transmission slammed into gears after whining and reving up to 5k rpm. Would also drop into gear randomly. Love the car never had any other problems but a 3200 dollar repair is just insane on a car with only 138k miles on it.

- mtemp1, Waterloo, NY, US

problem #200

Accord EX-L V6

Automatic transmission
139,187 miles

Was driving at 100km/h on the freeway when the transmission shifted down for no reason. Wouldn't shift back up, just high RPM's if I hit the gas. So I pulled over, shut the car off, and waited a couple of minutes. Drove away and reached my destination.

Same thing happened twice on my way home. I tried to use the car for a few more days but it got to the point where it was pretty much undrivable.

Finally limped over to the dealership, and was told the torque converter was broken, which required an entire replacement. They offered a new Honda tranny for $5500, or a rebuild for $4500. Left and had a couple of independent shops look at it, ended up getting it done for just under $3700. Came with a 2 year / 20k kms warranty.

Wouldn't have bought the car if I researched a bit more and saw these problems.

- Thomas S., Edmonton, AB, Canada

problem #199

Accord EX 3.0L V6

Automatic transmission
90,000 miles

Honda had a safety recall for the 5 speed automatic transmission on many of its cars back in 2004. My car was supposed to be included in the recall based on the VIN numbers listed in the recall documents on file with the NHTSA back in 2004. Honda developed a fix, an oil jet kit that would provide the extra lubrication required to prevent over heating and prevent premature failure and in rare cases a dangerous transmission lockup.

This complaint is more about Honda motor company of America and the way they behaved when I called inquiring why my call which was recalled never actually got recalled. My VIN matches the range on letter Honda sent to NHTSA and also in they're service bulletin (04-037). yet they sent me notice notice of recall and never intended to. somehow my VIN was excluded from the recall and Honda maintains that my VIN is not affected even though it fits the VIN range. Honda also says they don't know why it was not included but their records said my VIN is not included and so therefore it is not included. Well my transmission failed at 90,000 miles where most honda transmissions go well over 150000 miles, before requiring significant repairs. So here I am stuck with a useless Honda which will cost 4-6K to fix and Honda says the bill goes to me. I'm wondering how many more of these crap transmissions are out there getting ready to stand, dupe and possible injure or kill someone and Honda doesn't care. You know I'm done with Honda.

- Matthew S., Bremerton, WA, US

problem #198

Accord EX 3.0L

Automatic transmission
231,792 miles

I LOVE HONDA VEHICLES, BUT I'M WONDERING AFTER BUYING THIS USED 2004 HONDA ACCORD EX WAS IT WORTH IT. AT FIRST IT RAN LIKE A DREAM AND REAL QUIET. IT TOOK ME TO WORK, ERRANDS WITHOUT A GLITCH. I WENT TO FAIRFAX AND BACK WITH NO PROBLEM. I HAD DONE ALL NECESSARY TUNE UPS AND EXCESS BY HAVING TIMING BELT AND WATER PUMP AND OTHER BELTS REPLACED AT AN EXPENSE OF $2,000. NEVER DID IT OCCUR TO ME THAT I WOULD BE FORKING OUT MORE MONEY ON THE TRANSMISSION.

I WONDERED IF I PUT MONEY IN THE WRONG THINGS TO BEGIN WITH. BUT AFTER READING SO MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS PARTICULAR HONDA MODEL, AND ON TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, I AM NOW PART OF THE CLUB OF DISGRUNTLED 2004 HONDA ACCORD OWNERS.

I AM SADDENED THAT HONDA WOULD IGNORE ITS CUSTOMERS PLIGHT TO HAVE THIS TRANSMISSION PROBLEM FIXED ONCE AND FOR ALL. I STILL DON'T KNOW IF MY TRANSMISSION REBUILD WILL BE FOR GOOD. MY TCS LIGHT IS STILL ON, BUT THE HONDA DEALER SAYS IT MAY JUST NEED RESETTING. TRANSMISSIONS AMERICA GOT ALL NEW UP TO DATE PARTS FROM HONDA, BUT THE GUESSING GAME IS ON.

ON TOP OF THAT I HAVE NOW A HEAD GASKET LEAK. ANOTHER HEAD ACHE AND MORE MONEY. I HATE THE SMELL OF BURNT OIL FUMES. HONDA SHOULD KNOW THAT THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ARE THE HEART OF THE VEHICLE. IF HONDA WANTS CUSTOMERS, IT BETTER DO WHAT IS RIGHT FOR ITS CUSTOMERS. HONDA WAY BACK IN THE DAYS WAS KNOWN FOR QUALITY, BUT IN TODAY'S WORLD QUALITY MAY BE OUT THE WINDOW.

- cbowie, Roanoke, VA, US

problem #197

Accord ES V6

Automatic transmission
123,332 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My 2004 Honda Accord has been well maintained. I was intending it to be my daughter's car who will turn 16 in two months. Fortunately the transmission failed on the highway and I was able to pull off safely on the shoulder. I lost a day of work and so far an estimated $3,100 including the tow back to town. I am fortunate this didn't happen two months later when my new driving daughter would be behind the wheel and driving in town traffic.

Based on the amount of comments on the internet, I assume there is some kind of class action law suit and would welcome assistance.

- Sarah A., Lincoln, NE, US

problem #196