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
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that the automatic transmission needed to be replaced. While attempting to accelerate from a stop, the engine suddenly revved. The check engine indicator and the d4 indicator illuminated. The dealer stated that there was an internal dark fluid in the transmission and it needed to be replaced. The repair would cost over $2,000. She called and faxed a letter…
ODI 10257166
Automatic Transmission
No event led to the failure. My 2002 honda accord with 63000 miles started on a cold day and the check engine light and d4 light started to blink. After taking it to the honda dealer "liberty honda" where all the servicing has been done including the 60k service they determined it needed a transmission. They called honda america and they claim to have a deductible of $750. To replace the transmission and i would get…
ODI 10256439
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord with 115,000 miles; 15000 over warranty; check engine light came on last wk.; while on interstate car began to shake. Took in and honda reports it needs new transmission. Reports no longer under warranty. Problem is: this problem is a recurring problem that puts those that continue to drive these cars in danger. Because of the high number of complaints; not to mention the fact that the 2000 and…
ODI 10254494
Automatic Transmission
Transmission on 2002 honda accord ex v-6 failed at just under 100,000k. Incident happened on busy highway and put myself and passengers in serious risk. Honda accepts no liability for an obvious defect in equipment. *tr
ODI 10255967
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The consumer stated when accelerating to high speeds, the transmission jerks very hard. Also, at lower speeds when releasing the gas pedal, the transmission, either does not downshift or jerks after a complete stop, then the d4 lights on the dashboard starts to blink. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and upon diagnosis they stated the transmission was about to fail…
ODI 10281971
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. Whenever the accelerator pedal was depressed, the engine would rev very loudly and the vehicle would slowly switch into gear. The failure occurred at 30 mph. The vehicle would never shift into third or fourth gear. It would only remain in second gear and rev very loudly. A mechanic stated that there were two solenoid valves that needed to be replaced. After the repairs, the…
ODI 10273949
Automatic Transmission
On december 6, 2008 with 77,914 miles i had to replace my transmission. My car initially began jerking upon acceleration, almost as if i were a new driver driving a manual transmission car. It quickly progressed to slipping of gears while driving (between 2nd and 3rd) and i wasn't able to accelerate until my speed declined and it went back into 2nd gear. I took it to a transmission shop and they confirmed that the…
ODI 10311611
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2002 honda accord coupe with 92,000 miles on it. I just found out today that the transmission is bad and needs to be replaced. When i searched the internet, i found out this is a really common problem with honda accords - specifically 2002 models. I'm extremely disappointed as i have always had hondas based on their purported reliability. With all of the complaints, why hasn't honda recalled or extended the…
ODI 10249873
Automatic Transmission
Honda needs to recall their terrible transmissions in the 2002 accord ex v-6s. If these fail in traffic on an interstate it could cause serious issues. Luckily, mine did not fail on the interstate. The company offers no financial help to people when these trannys go out at 50, 60, 70,000 miles. Really unethical and dangerous. *tr
ODI 10249795
Automatic Transmission
On 10/17/06, took 2002 honda accord (automatic transmission) mileage 65,460 to honda dealer "transmission slipping". Recommended/performed transmission flush (even though maintenance schedule according to owners manual recommends 120k or 6 yrs). On 11/9/08, noticing slipping & jerking again when car shifted gears. On 11/10/08, car failed to move forward while at stop sign, check engine light immediately came on.…
ODI 10248403
Automatic Transmission
My 2002 honda accord started slipping around 90k miles and both my mechanic and this website http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2002/transmission/transmission_slipping_and_jerking.shtml have reported that it's apparently a common issue for honda accords from that year to have transmission failure on the road before 100k miles. This is dangerous and unacceptable because many consumers have troubles affording…
ODI 10278296
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord was diagnosed by jerry damson honda in huntsville al. As needing a new transmission due to internal transmission issues. Vehicle only has 31,000 miles. Dealer said this was a common problem with this model. Contacted honda customer service and they said they had complaints but offered no help in repairing the vehicle. Obviously everyone is aware of the transmission problems based on my conversation…
ODI 10247300
Automatic Transmission
I purchased a brand new 02 honda accord se 4-cycl for approximately $22,000. In 2007 i began to notice a severe jerking when shifting from 2nd to 1st gear. I took it into the honda dealer to get the transmission fluid replaced and mentioned that it was jerky. They replaced the transmission fluid and stated that everything else was fine. The jerking continued to occur. Approximately 1 year later i notice my car…
ODI 10247149
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord v6 - check engine light lit, took to dealership and they said i needed a new transmission. 4k - accused me of not servicing my transmission (i'd done all of the service there), and if i could bring them proof of service they might help me with replacing the transmission which honda knows all about but haven't recalled. Called honda, they are supposed to call me back with more info. I bought this…
ODI 10246540
Automatic Transmission
Honda accord 2002. Failing transmission after only 6 years on the road, and 70,000 miles. The only events are that around oct, 2008, the transmission began slipping. Honda bellevue, wa, wanted over $4,000 to replace. Calling other dealerships netted nearly the same cost. Three oil changes and transmission fluid replacement, with constant complaints about the transmission, did not result in any change of stance by…
ODI 10303758
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel . The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and a technician concluded that the transmission needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 81000. Updated 11/12/09 *cn updated 11/16/09 *jb
ODI 10289813
Automatic Transmission
Total transmission failure on hond accord. Accelerator get stuck. Car does not transtion, then rev up. Called american honda. They are useless. *dt
ODI 10321395
Automatic Transmission
I have a honda accord 2002 v4 v-tec. While driving this car the transmission slips and jerks violently. When i am trying to pass another car and accelerate the car will jerk violently and slow down. This also happens when i am stopped at an intersection and try to accelerate. The car will jerk and slow down. I've noticed many complaints regarding the transmission of the 2002 honda accord and am very disappointed in…
ODI 10242777
Automatic Transmission
1. Power train:automatic transmission slipping and jerking. Leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage which could result in a crash. 2. Numerous consumers reported for identical issues. Failure in transmission could results in a crash/injure. (almost had big accidents couple times on the way to honda) 3. Repair/replace estimated by honda dealer: $3,085 too costly to afford individually. *tr
ODI 10242485
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle with 47,000 miles has defective transmission that hesitates/shifts hard when the engine is cold. Honda corp acknowledges issue yet says it's vin specific and will not honor any type of extended warranty or goodwill repair. The cost to install a rebuilt un it is $2600-$2800. With over 100 complaints specific to this issue, nhtsa should force honda to implement a recall. *tr
ODI 10240925
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord transmission slipping, dealer quoted around $3-4k. *tr
ODI 10247176
Automatic Transmission
Make : honda model : accord year : 2002 se manufacturer : honda (anderson honda in baltimore, md.) date of failure: aug. 25, 2008 component: power train:automatic transmission summary: one year and 10 months after purchasing i noticed the jumpy transmission. Anderson honda dealership decided to replace the transmission under my extended warranty and i am still waiting to receive my vehicle after 3 days now. I came…
ODI 10240023
Automatic Transmission
Repeated transmission problems on a 02 honda accord v6 /automatic. Won't shift without any notice, have to pull of road and restart car before being able to drive. *tr
ODI 10241586
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. After starting the vehicle and shifting gears, the shift indicator illuminated and began flashing on the instrument panel. The driver was able to shift into first, second, and third gears; however, it would remain in second gear, which was the default gear. As a result, the contact was unable to drive over 40 mph. If the gears were shifted manually, the vehicle would operate…
ODI 10249082
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda accord lx 4 cylinder with 108,000 miles. Transmission began slipping and clunking, primarily when accelerating from a stop. This was a safety issue, because transmission would slip, then catch suddenly causing car to lurch forward while driving. Once condition started, it was constant, but worse when engine was warm. Transmission was evaluated by a specialist and repaired. The problem was a torque…
ODI 10240005