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
(events leading up to the failure on 5/15, 2007 i was driving the honda accord 2003 and approaching a traffic light, applied the brake and unexpectedly it locked. I wasn't sure where the lock came from. Then i drove another few blocks towards my house but i still got some small lockup, and it was as serious as the first one.*ak i went to work the next day , it was ok for about 20 minutes before i exited the highway,…
ODI 10191319
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was being driven at any rate of speed, the transmission would slip when shifting gears. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current mileage was 100,000 and the failure mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10360691
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact noticed transmission fluid leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who recommended that the transmission be replaced. The manufacturer offered to replace the transmission for free, but the contact would have to pay for the labor. The current and failure mileages were 78,000.
ODI 10190869
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle began abnormally jerking forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician replaced the transmission under warranty. The contact stated that three years after the transmission was replaced, he began experiencing the exact same failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact…
ODI 10393689
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord v6 with transmission problems customer states that in nov 04 they received a recall letter took it in and had the work done then april 07 the transmission locked up and wants honda to pay for the repairs**cc the consumer stated the problem he experienced, is the same as the recall, that he thought was repaired previously. *jb
ODI 10199122
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. At 35 mph, the engine increased in rpms. The transmission would not shift gears, and the interior lights started to illuminate. The dealer recommended the transmission be replaced. The dealer stated this vehicle was not included in recall # 04v176000. The contact felt that the vehicle qualified for the recall. The vehicle was currently being repaired. The current and failure…
ODI 10185693
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord transmission failure. Slips out of gear, 1,2, gears. Will do this on a turn, or hitting a bump in the road. *tr
ODI 10365930
Automatic Transmission
My accord has 55k miles. Recently, i was coming to a stop light when my car began to shudder. After this happening 3 times within 15 minutes, it stalled. Now, whenever the vehicle is warm, in drive or reverse, and is idling, it will stall. I've taken it to the dealership and they tell me that there is something wrong with the transmission dealing with the torque converter. This is 2 weeks after i took it in for a…
ODI 10184552
Automatic Transmission
The transmission on my 2003 honda accord failed at 66513 miles. I've replaced it and the replacement transmission in now failing at 118000 ,miles. *tr
ODI 10378223
Automatic Transmission
My transmission started slipping between 2nd and 3rd gear so i looked it up on the internet and there was a recall on it. I brought it to the dealership and they said that the recall had been fixed by putting an oil cooler on the transmission in october of 2004 and that i was responsible for fixing my transmission. I told them that it doesn't mean that it was not done before and that i was not paying for it because…
ODI 10219357
Automatic Transmission
I was driving 35-40 mph and suddenly my automatic transmission goes in and out of low gear slowing me down suddenly. I now have no reverse, i was afraid of transmission locking up. *nm
ODI 10173987
Automatic Transmission · Engine
2003 honda accord transmission failed. Consumer was informed that there was a recall on the transmission. Consumer was charged 647 dollars for the labor for the repair. *kb the transmission was slipping between second and third gear. According to the honda press release the repair should have been free of charge. The rear motor mount was broken and the engine light had illuminated. *jb
ODI 10211697
Automatic Transmission
The transmission on my 2003 honda accord is slipping. The car has a tendency to shift into neutral after first gear. I have to rev it several times before it will shift into second. I'm afraid that i will be left stranded or cause an accident if this problem is not fixed. I only have 85,000 miles on the car. When i took it to aamoco to have them check it out, i was told that it would cost 3,594+tax to fix. If this…
ODI 10247667
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated upon initial acceleration onto a city street, the vehicle stalled and operated at a reduced speed. After being towed to a dealer, it was determined the automatic transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified.
ODI 10170004
Automatic Transmission
This complaint is regarding a 2003 honda accord ex v6 coupe and its automatic transmission. After a year of owning the vehicle i was informed that there was a recall on the transmission and there could be a potential problem with the 2nd gear and that's why a recall was instated. My honda dealership changed a part in the transmission that would ensure the 2nd gear was well lubricated to prevent chipping and…
ODI 10179231
Automatic Transmission · Exhaust System · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Since buying my car 2003 honda accord ex v6 coupe in 03. I had exhaust problems, radio replacement, park and brake sensor replacement, power outlet wiring problems and the windshield wipers freeze up during heavy rainstorms. This has almost caused a few accidents, but the dealership can find no problem. Last thursday my car seemed to be hesitating before shifting into either 2nd or 3rd. I couldn't tell for sure.…
ODI 10168593
Automatic Transmission · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2003 accord has had a problem with the second gear of the transmission. *ts ***nar*** there was a recall for the transmission problem but the service manager told the consumer that the failure would not be covered under recall. The radio screen was blank. *nm
ODI 10171202
Automatic Transmission
In the summer of 2003 i purchased a new 2003 honda accord ex. I have had this car serviced since then at the dealer and all records are complete. I purchased this car with the assumption that it was an icon of reliability. This past weekend, 7/9/06 this car could have taken my life! While on vacation in los angeles, i was driving along sunset blvd. Just as i was approaching the entrance to the 405 freeway, (probably…
ODI 10162216
Automatic Transmission · Equipment
While traveling on the highway at approximately 65-70 mph my 2003 honda accord ex-v-6 bucked real hard. Dropping from 65-70 to about 35-40. The first time this happened i pulled the vehicle into the breakdown lane. I checked all belts and fluids and re-started the vehicle. Sounded like it always does when it starts. I pulled into the right travel lane and continued for about 10 miles when the vehicle did the same…
ODI 10159073
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70mph, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into second gear and the speed reduced to 20mph. There were no warning indicators prior to the problem. The sudden reduction in speed nearly caused a rear end collision. The vehicle was taken an independent mechanic who determined the solenoid in the transmission gear box needed to be replaced, however the vehicle has not been repaired.…
ODI 10157286
Automatic Transmission
This follows a complaint number 10135954 (2nd gear problem, recall #04v176000). Last year, the vehicle was not serviced under the recall because honda rep. Said my vehicle's vin was not recalled. Yet, i noticed there are many complaints about the transmission of honda accord and their vin numbers were similar to mine. In the spring 2006, the vehicle started to make noise when it is accelerated. It makes more noise…
ODI 10158019
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure resulting in lockup and immediate, unexpected stop. *nm
1 injury
ODI 10149685
Automatic Transmission
I just bought a 2003 honda accord coupe ex about 3 weeks ago. I got a great deal on the car. It was a honda certified car which means it had been 150 point inspected before i bought it. The car has just over 60k miles. The transmission gave out this past weekend after only 3 weeks. Was this problem missed in the 150 point inspection....i think so. I checked by 150 point inspection paper after the problem occurred.…
ODI 10145650
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the contact stated the automatic transmission slipped while driving 65-70 mph on the highway. When this occurred the transmission went into a fail safe mode, and the speed suddenly dropped down to 35 mph and second gear. He managed to drive the vehicle to an independent repair shop. The mechanic performed a diagnostic test and determined by the codes that the inner third gear clutch and hub failed. The contact…
ODI 10145598
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord hesitated from a stop and made an unusual noise which also occurred when driving. *ts the vehicle was taken to a dealer who determined that the automatic transmission had to be replaced. Since the vehicle was still under warranty to consumer only had to pay for the diagnostic test. The consumer did some research and found that there was recall on the transmission (recall number 04v176000). She…
ODI 10145352