2003 Honda Accord Automatic Transmission Problems
- 576
- 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 576 stored complaint records:
- 15 indicate a crash
- 8 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- automatic transmission · 25 records
- transmission failure · 17 records
- transmission failed · 13 records
- second gear · 12 records
- replace transmission · 9 records
- needed replaced · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 250 |
| 100–150k mi | 179 |
| 30–60k mi | 60 |
| 1–30k mi | 23 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
While taking my car to the dealer to replace the starter, they noticed that the transmission is slipping and recommend that i no longer drive the car until i get a new transmission. Luckily this has not yet caused an accident, but it is very expensive to fix and appears to be a common problem with the 2003 ex v6 accord. *tr
ODI 10253291
Automatic Transmission
I was driving in the # 1 lane on the freeway when my car did not respond to my foot on the gas pedal. My rpm indicator went to red somewhere around 8 rpm. However, my car was not responding. In heavy traffic i hit my emergency blinkers and tried to get to the slow land with the engine still on but not responding. I got to the side of the road and placed it into park. It took me 15 minutes to get into that slow lane…
ODI 10252369
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the repairs were performed. After the recall repairs were performed, the vehicle stalled while driving approximately 45 mph. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle…
ODI 10419702
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord ex v-6 automatic with 84,621 miles and failed transmission. Car has been maintained exactly according to manual. Went from normal driving with no problems to instantaneous gear slippage and high rpms. A quick internet search located thousands of complaints with exactly the same description. Transmission drops out of gear going immediately from 60-30 mph throwing passengers against seatbelts and…
ODI 10252286
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord transmission slipped into second gear at expressway speeds immediate threat to occupants and other motorist vicinity of said vehicle. *tr
ODI 10251769
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure causing extreme danger on the interstate. Car downshifted by itself from overdrive 65 mph to 30 mph and a car behind me almost(within inches) slammed into the back of me. With the volume of traffic it could have cause a catastrophic deadly accident. *tr
ODI 10251866
Automatic Transmission
Driving on interstate at 65 miles per hour and the transmission dropped into 1st gear.... Total transmission failure on my 2003 honda accord. Waiting on honda to respond regarding replacement. Have 105,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10250677
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. He was unsure if the vehicle had been repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission), but the vehicle has sustained damages over the years. While driving 30 mph, the contact heard stop and go noises coming from the transmission. The vehicle was towed to…
ODI 10250240
Automatic Transmission
Transmission lost 2 gear while driving leaving me stranded in the middle of the road. *tr
ODI 10249947
Automatic Transmission
I was driving at approx 65-70 mph on the freeway, when the transmission seemed to slip or seize causing extreme deceleration (car seemed to shift itself into low gear). This caused wheels to lock up briefly, and nearly caused me to lose control of the vehicle. This incident was extremely hazardous, in my opinion. I see now from the internet, that hundreds of other honda accord drivers have had similar experiences.…
ODI 10249593
Automatic Transmission
I was driving on the florida tpk. At approximately 60 mph. The rpms shot up like if the car had shifted into neutral. I was able to pull the car over to the shoulder and shut it for a few minutes. I bought this car used in june of 2008 with about 60,000 miles. This happened later that year in november. I had other minor incidents of slippage but it would quickly slip back into gear. I now have almost 90,000 miles…
ODI 10312386
Automatic Transmission
My 2003 honda accord v6 transmission recently failed while i was driving the car on the freeway. The car had been serviced for routine maintenance at clear lake honda on wednesday nov. 18th and was suppose to be ready on thursday nov. 19th. No mention of a recall on the transmission was made even though they did mention brakes, battery, engine mounts and other things. The drive light was flashing, the engine light…
ODI 10249664
Automatic Transmission
Sudden inadvertent downshift of the transmission at highway speeds. Luckily, no vehicles were trailing behind, since rapid deceleration occurred, similar to hard braking. The transmission subsequently failed completely, and the car required towing to the dealership. No prior events occurred (i.e. Transmission grinding, slipping, noises, etc) that provided warning that something was wrong. *tr
ODI 10249919
Automatic Transmission
Merging onto freeway, transmission downshifted to lower gear causing the vehicle to slow down. Narrowly avoided collision. *tr
ODI 10249410
Automatic Transmission
Son was driving my 2003 honda accord on the 10 freeway transmission slipped out of gear starting decelerating and the rpm's went way up. This happened over and over again with no prior warning of any kind. Drove to valley hi honda in victorville where car was purchased and has been serviced. One block from the dealership the check engine light came on. Diagnosis is transmission failure, need full replacement. Only…
ODI 10248791
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact's spouse owns a 2003 honda accord. While driving approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle completely shut off and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. A certified mechanic stated that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle had been previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 04v176000 (power…
ODI 10248606
Automatic Transmission · Motor
2003 honda accord ex and accord lx safety recall windshield wipers may stop working. Consumer has issues with this recall and one for the transmission. *nj the consumer has two honda accords and when she took the vehicles to the dealer on different dates, the invoices gave different explanations as to what was done to remedy the recall. The consumer began having transmission problems with the sedan ex. The…
ODI 10248149
Automatic Transmission
Driving along in my 2003 honda accord v-6 and my transmission just went crazy and when i went to tap my brakes to pull over it just slammed into a lower gear bringing my car to a jolting stop, everything in the car was jerked forward, fortunately the traffic around me was paying attention and moved around me quickly until i could safely pull over. Honda dealership said internal transmission failure, which after…
ODI 10247828
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2003 honda accord v6 automatic,the transmission had a recall a few years ago,no replacement was required at the time, but now with only 61,000 miles on it, it broke down, i can not even put it on reverse anymore. *tr
ODI 10247448
Automatic Transmission
I noticed that nhtsa is waiting for someone to leave a complaint saying that someone has died or seriously injured! I am so disappointed at how many complaints i have seen about the 2003 honda accord auto transmission. I have a 2003 accord and i have only had it for 1 year and already the transmission is slipping. I found out that i need another transmission. My car has 102,000 and past the warranty of i think…
ODI 10247147
Automatic Transmission
While driving, vehicle slowed down and engine revved. Transmission failed. Could not maintain posted speed limit. Transmission had to be rebuilt. Honda refused to honor previous recall from summer of 2004. Claimed car had been repaired under recall but could not provide any details. *tr
ODI 10246959
Automatic Transmission
I was driving on a local street, when all of a sudden, from being at full stop in red light, i hit the gas pedal, and the car will not budge. The engine was revving but there was no power--it was like being stuck in neutral. Tried restarting the car several times, and was able to get to a safe location on a side street. Contacted honda, and i was notified that the transmission had to be replaced. Cost was around…
ODI 10247219
Automatic Transmission
On 10/1/08, the transmission started slipping in between gears. We went and got the transmission fluid replaced and filled up on saturday. On monday, our transmission completed died, leaving me, my 9 year old, and 18 month old stranded on a busy highway during rush hour traffic. We had to get someone to come pick us up, and i had to get our car towed to our house since we have no idea where to take it to. When the…
ODI 10246178
Automatic Transmission
Transmission slips violently out of gear once the engine is warmed up, and the rpm's go over 2700. Occurs during acceleration (from a stop or when merging/passing on the highway) and when trying to maintain speed up an incline. This event occurs whenever the car gets warmed up (after about 35-40 minutes of driving). *tr
ODI 10246089
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN 2003 HONDA ACCORD EX V-6 A/T. *TR
ODI 10245462