2002 Honda Accord Automatic Transmission Problems
- 336
- 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 336 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 21 records
- engine light · 19 records
- transmission failure · 14 records
- only miles · 11 records
- second gear · 11 records
- automatic transmission · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 143 |
| 100–150k mi | 79 |
| 30–60k mi | 59 |
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Transmission slips, drive light flashes, check engine light on 2 times in last 2 months. Honda dealer said needed new transmission. Other shop claimed nothing was wrong. Car has always shifted differently than others. Took car to honda in 1st year owned asked about it and was told it was normal for this car took car to transmission shop in 08/06 to have it checked, and they said nothing wrong. This was done at…
ODI 10186096
Automatic Transmission
Accord v6 ex. Transmission slipping, with abrupt shifting between first and second gears, and abrupt downshifting between gears. Potential safety defect as car hesitates when crossing traffic. Currently 69,000 miles, but problem surfaced at around 55k miles and is getting progressively worse. Apparently honda is covering replacement transmissions for 2001, but not 2002 models with the same problem. Love hondas, but…
ODI 10182381
Automatic Transmission
I have started to experience problems with the transmission on 2002 honda accord ex v6, (purchased new. I felt sudden jerks while starting after stopping at lights or stop signs. I knew honda did do free transmission replacement for 2001 models. I would like to know if this has been problem with other people too and a fix by manufacturer. *ak
ODI 10191421
Automatic Transmission
Honda accord 2002 value package the transmission starts to fail at 59000 miles. Symptoms include clunking when shifts from neutral to drive, failing to change gears sometimes, and sudden clunks when changing gears. I am afraid that this failure may lead to an accident and request a recall from the manufacturer. I tried to change transmission fluid, but it still leaves the same problem. *nm
ODI 10179091
Air Bags · Automatic Transmission
The srs light comes on for no apparent reason, i took it to a dealership, they told me that there were cases of this light coming on for no reason, so they went ahead and reset it for me. However, just recently it came on again for no reason. I took it to the dealership again, now they are saying that i need to pay 180 dollars just for a diagnostic, and repairs would be additional. Transmission keeps slipping, gears…
ODI 10178153
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord coupe ex, 4 cyl transmission engaging late when going into 2nd gear and sometimes 3rd gear. Happens most often when the car is cold. *tr
ODI 10237220
Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission failure on 2002 honda accord with 50,000 miles. Transmission fluid leaked into the differential. I am afraid the gears might lock & cause a crash. I've been waiting for a replacement re-manufactured transmission for almost a month. The honda dealer said it was ok to drive until the parts come in. *jb
ODI 10178959
Automatic Transmission
Noticed the slipping/jerking when it changes gears (severe on lower gear shifts). I brought the vehicle for check-up, and mechanic diagnosed as transmission problem. Researched the problem, and it seems that this is a widespread issue, that even a recall of honda accord to 2001 models. I called the honda customer service but was told that the vehicle is not part of the recall since it does not cover 2002 models. It…
ODI 10176755
Automatic Transmission
I took my honda accord v6 ex to change the transmission oil and they told me it needed a new transmission. All honda was prepared to do is give me $1000.00 toward the repair estimated at $4000.00. The problem is that the transmission slips between 1st and 2nd gear. The problem manifests itself more when the vehicle is cold. This is highly dangerous because when you turn on the highway or cross an intersection if the…
ODI 10176716
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle hesitated before jerking forward. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000 and the current mileage was approximately 88,000.
ODI 10368324
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated the transmission died twice when the vehicle was just over a year old. It was taken to the dealer after each incident and the transmission was replaced. The manufacturer was contacted, and determined the transmission would have to die two more times before the vehicle would be replaced. The transmission problems persisted by jerking and the transmission became caught between gears. It also…
ODI 10170569
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2002 honda accord 4-dr sedan. I am now at 51,000 miles and have been experiencing transmission slipping. I called honda today and they said that my car is no longer warranted but that 2000-2001 honda got a 7yr/100k mile extended warranty for free. I am dismayed by honda's decision to not help me pay for this repair as i know i am not alone in this complaint and there are many many many people with the same…
ODI 10168918
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle was having a problem with the transmission and was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the transmission problems were a manufacturer defect and the transmission would need to be rebuilt and repaired. The vehicle was serviced by the independent mechanic because the dealer and manufacturer were called who stated that the vin was not included in the recall. The…
ODI 10163798
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord ex 4 cylinder 58k miles transmission needs to be repaired b/c of something "internal". Estimated cost from a honda dealership: $2600. *jb
ODI 10158722
Automatic Transmission
At 47500 miles (the warranty ended at 36k), my 2002 honda accord (4 cylinder.) had transmission problems (started with a strong "thump", as if another car had rear-ended my car, jerky upshifts especially in the morning, slipping gears, leaking transmission fluid from the differential). The honda dealer where i purchased the vehicle diagnosed the problem, determined that the transmission had to be replaced, contacted…
ODI 10157623
Automatic Transmission
I have 25000 miles on a 2002 honda accord se. Last year we started to have a low whine between 30 and 50 mph . This year (2006) there is a rumbling noise on acceleration and disappears when the speed is decreased. I thought is was the tires and replaced them but the noise remains. I brought the car to several mechanics and they all believe it is the transmission. Called honda public relations to discuss and i was…
ODI 10155326
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON 2002 HONDA ACCORD. *NM
ODI 10155001
Automatic Transmission
I was driving my 2002 honda accord when there was jerking motion when the car would shift gears. The jerking motion also occurred when the car was shifted to reverse. I was instructed by a mechanic to call american honda. After speaking with a customer service representative i was told to take the car to a local honda dealership. The dealership performed a diagnostic test on the car and reported that the car needed…
ODI 10154298
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord transmission slippage, resulting in dangerous driving situation. Honda dealer denies there is a problem. *tr
ODI 10257112
Automatic Transmission
My transmission started to fail (slipping) at 60,000 miles. Car now 70,000 and the transmission needs to be replaced. My first honda, probably last. *nm
ODI 10149257
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 30 mph and below, the vehicle hesitates and fails to shift into gear normally. The vehicle slips into gear instead. The dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The current mileage was 123,000 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 04/02/08. *lj updated
ODI 10220806
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2002 honda accord. As with other honda owners there have been transmission problems. Honda settled a class action lawsuit for their problem transmission vehicles up to 2001. This problem carries over into their later models. My problem as well with many others is that it slips between shifting gears. I have taken into numerous dealers and transmission shops with no one able to help. Honda america does not…
ODI 10310399
Automatic Transmission
I owned a 2002 honda accord this happened when the car was about 60,000 miles on it. The transmission was very bad. It didn't changed the gear it supposed to be giving a very loud noise and stop in the middle of the road. I contacted the honda dealer and they checked the vin # and they said it wasn't on a recalled list. I brought the car to honda dealer and tried to pretend to trade my car in for another. They said…
ODI 10360558
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2002 honda accord ex model with an automatic transmission that should have been recalled. At 60k miles, it started to act up, and now it slams between 1st and second or second and third gears. *tr
ODI 10246704
Automatic Transmission · Sensor/Control Module
I have a honda accord ex 2002. The transmission failed a month ago and the company replaced it under guarantee, after that was done the side airbag sensor light keeps coming on an off, now staying on for long periods of time. I am concerned that this may be a safety issue, it was not doing this before the transmission work replacements and the dealer does not seem to think this is something to be concerned about. I…
ODI 10149202