1998 Honda Accord Automatic Transmission Problems
- 205
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 205 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Torque Converter · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 62 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
1998 honda accord ex- had to replace automatic transmission due to failure of transfer bearing. Problem first appeared at approx 85,000 mi. Have records listing all suggested maintenance. Why did honda offer to reimburse transmission replacements in 2000 - 2002 accords and not earlier models if the same transmissions were used in 1998 & 1999 model years?*ak
ODI 10086852
Automatic Transmission
We took my 1998 accord ex in for regular service (90,000 miles) and to have the interlock switch recall done. When we picked up the car, the dealer told us the transmission was leaking and needed to be replaced. I've never had a problem with the transmission - no leaks in the garage, no strange shifting problems. We declined the service, but the dealer called and said our re-manufactured trans was in and since i had…
ODI 10056570
Automatic Transmission
While the vehicle was parked it rolled backwards and caused an accident. The dealer has been notified. Please provide any additional information. *nm
Crash reported
ODI 10055830
Automatic Transmission
While driving the vehicle's automatic transmission failed. Please provide any additional information. *nm.
ODI 10055825
Automatic Transmission
I got the check engine light on my 1998-accord-lx (97000 miles on this one). Took it to the dealer and they told me that the transmission has failed completely and needs to be replaced. I got all the regular sevices done at only honda dealers and there was no indiation about this failure. For no fault, this thing has failed. I would think that the part itself is defective, in the first place. Please investigate…
ODI 10055055
Automatic Transmission
I own a 1998 honda accord w/ less thatn 60000 miles. My transmission has completeley died. Honda knows they have faulty transmissions / they recalled my make and model 2000/2001 for the same problem i am having. My warranty has expired, but i want them to fix my car/ this problem is chronic w/ honda. *ak
ODI 10054511
Automatic Transmission
While driving transmission shifted into another gear unexpectedly. This caused a banging noise under the hood. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.*ak
ODI 10053844
Automatic Transmission
I have a 1998 honda accord with transmission problems.. After startin the car in the morning as i drive down the street the transmission revs higher then normal when shifting from first to second (driving normaly) like it suppose to shift at 3000 rpm but when it gets to 3k it shifts but then the rpm's just climb for 1k more then the car just lags a lil as it goes into second after the car is warmed up that problem…
ODI 10116678
Automatic Transmission
Upon exiting a parking lot at 15 mph engine revved and vehicle surged forward, and was rear ended by another vehicle. Dealership determined that transmission failure caused the problem. However, dealership didn't specify the specific failure, they just said that transmission needed to be replaced.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 10057228
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 60000 MILES.*AK
ODI 10050622
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING WHEN SHIFTING. *AK
ODI 10049733
Automatic Transmission
I own a 1998 honda accord sedan which was bought in december of 1998. Like so many other people who own the 1998-1999 models, i am having transmission problems and the transmission needs to be replaced. I have 100,000 miles on it and the car is serviced whenever the time came. My dad is a mechanic so he was always strict on maintenance. Even timing belt and all other belts were changed out. I am very disappointed…
ODI 10053217
Automatic Transmission
My 98 honda accord transmission slips after 76,000 miles, it will jerk when i try to go from low gear to high gear, it also leak transmission oil, i took it to honda dealership and told i need a new transmission.*ak i open a case with honda american and made a deal with them to repire my trany.
ODI 10050606
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failed on 98 honda accord, replaced two months ago, same problem again, may need it replaced again. *la
ODI 10047110
Automatic Transmission
ERRATIC SHIFTING. *AK
ODI 10046002
Automatic Transmission
98 accord 4cyln ex. Only 47,000 miles on it. Transmission slipping from 1st to 2nd and slightly from 2nd to 3rd. Car lundges foward when coming to a stop when the gears change from 2nd to 1st. Premature transmission failure. *ak
ODI 10045936
Automatic Transmission · Switch
While vehicle was shut off the key was taken out of the ignition without the vehicle being in the park position. As a result, the vehicle rolled back into a truck.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 10046297
Automatic Transmission
My 1998 honda accord (automatic transmission) has a mileage of only about 50,000 miles. Over the last couple of months i noticed that the engine check light had come on and i was having a problem with delayed and hard shifting of gears especially at lower speeds . The engine check came up with a diagnosis code of p740. The service advisor also detected leaking transmission fluid and he recommended that i fix the…
ODI 10050845
Automatic Transmission
Transmission had been replaced at 60,000 miles. Currently, at 103,000 miles transmission needs to be replaced again. *ak
ODI 10046251
Automatic Transmission
Car lunges forward at stops while brake is depressed. Transmission is delayed when shifting from park to r or d, slipping when accelerator is pressed and finally shifting with a jerk. Slips when accelerating from a stop, engaging with a hard jerk and slips again when shifting from first to second gear. On hard acceleration, transmission downshifts hard and engine revs, car feels out of control. Notified dealer of…
ODI 10043576
Automatic Transmission
My 1998 honda accord lx model had atf leak at around 70,000 miles. I got the axial seal replaced and power flush the atf. Now my transmission started slipping and the car is vibrated when i shift from p to n or r or d4,3,2,1. I was told by honda that i need to replace a new transmission. I personally think honda should take this matter seriously. I do trust honda for the reputation and i am trying to be patient…
ODI 10041539
Automatic Transmission
Transmission problems on 1998 honda accord lx.*mr at very low mileage. The cost of repairs were over $5000.00. *cb
ODI 10042623
Automatic Transmission · Torque Converter
I have a 1998 honda accord 4dr ex that is having transmission problem. The vehicle does not seem to drive forward. When it does go forward, seems like the vehicle is having trouble shifting gear. The rpms goes up about 5000 and the car does not seem to move. I took the car to the dealer, it was told that there is something wrong with the torque converter. Is there any recall regarding the transmission torque…
ODI 10033094
Automatic Transmission
The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for a transmission problems. The dealer changed the transmission fluids. Two weeks later transmissions was not working. *ak
ODI 10038442
Automatic Transmission
98 honda accord, transmission fluid leakage and transmission slipping, dealer told me that the seals are damaged because the internal cv joint bearing is damaged, causing metal to ruin transmission valve body. Estimate to repair$5,000. I called american honda and i was told to" assume responsibility for my car". The car started acting up at 103,000 miles. I currently have 110,000 and hope it will last long enough to…
ODI 10033372