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
Driving 65 mph on the highway then all of a sudden my 2003 honda accord shifts violently into first gear. Could of caused a major accident. Called honda usa and they said they are unaware of any issues with the 2003 honda accord. Does someone need to be killed in or by a 2003 honda accord before someone takes action!! *tr
ODI 10398270
Automatic Transmission
At mileage around 33,000 my car honda accord (2003) automatic transmission started displaying throttle and transmission failure symptoms. The engine and anti lock brakes lights on dashboard are on. *tr
ODI 10397206
Automatic Transmission
Currently own a 2003 honda with which i have made repairs too the transmissions system several times. In recent months i've notice as i traveling at higher speeds on the highway the car downshift making it unsafe when traffic flow is heavy. I've also had instances of stalling at take off which causes traffic issues when im stopped at a red light. *tr
ODI 10407304
Automatic Transmission
I was on the highway when my car decelerated. I almost got hit by a car behind me and averted an accident. The engine revved way up, but car's speed went down. Later, when i was driving on the street, the car slowed to a stop and would not shift gears either forward or backward. I am reading online that my 2003 honda accord is having torque converter problems. It seems that this a common problem for my vehicle. *tr
ODI 10396964
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact was driving 45 mph when the vehicle suddenly decelerated independently. The contact stated that the vehicle felt as if it had shifted into neutral abnormally. The contact shut the vehicle off and once restarted, the failure persisted. The vehicle was then towed to a local mechanic for diagnostic testing which located the failure at the transmission. The contact…
ODI 10397366
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord down shifts at highway speeds making it nearly impossible to control. Have not taken it in account no way to get there or car to drive. Transmission problem working on having it fixed. *tr
ODI 10396838
Automatic Transmission
4/13/11 driving on a main route, with morning flow of traffic my car revved as if moving but just stopped moving forward, then would kick back into forward motion, traffic behind, to the right and in front of, no shoulder to pull over - i had 2miles to reach work. Had it towed for inspection, stated the transmission was done asked if the recall had been taken care of. I've never received a recall other than…
ODI 10395971
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the transmission failed and slipped out of gear. A mechanic was contacted who stated that according to the description of the failure, the transmission would likely need replacing. The manufacturer was contacted who referred him to the dealer for diagnostic testing in order for then to consider providing any assistance. The…
ODI 10395928
Automatic Transmission
Transmission slips. While driving, the transmission will suddenly drop from 4 gear to 3 gear or 1 gear without warning - causing sudden deceleration. Note that since it is the transmission and not the brakes, there is no indication to other drivers that you are decelerating. The other issue is, while attempting to accelerate the transmission will not shift but will rev the engine up to red-line without accelerating.…
ODI 10395947
Automatic Transmission
My 2003 honda accord with 71,000 miles on it just experienced a complete and total failure of it's transmission. The car is not covered by any remaining warranty's, but it's clear that this failure was common in this make/model of car. *tr
ODI 10394327
Automatic Transmission
While driving my 2003 honda accord all pulling power was lost. The car behaved erratic before i was able to safely pull over to the side of the highway. I had the vehicle towed to norm reeves honda for service and was told the transmission was bad and needed replaced.while having my tranmission rebuilt by dan transmission shop the mechanic pointed out to me that he will replace my transmission filter because it…
ODI 10395224
Automatic Transmission
My 2003 honda accord v6 began having problems shifting gears while driving after just ~65,000 miles. I took it to the dealership for inspection and needed to have the transmission replaced. After telling the dealership i read about multiple problems with these accords, they contacted the "district manager" who offered to cover 50% of the replacement cost. Needless to say i am not very happy with honda. *tr
ODI 10394297
Automatic Transmission
Honda failed to notify the customer of potential transmission failure despite many industry complaints. My vehicle's transmission was replaced at personal cost. This lack of transparency poses a public safety hazard. *tr
ODI 10394346
Automatic Transmission
1. Normal driving conditions. I attempted to accelerate and when the transmission down-shifted to second gear it didn't engage and the engine revved to the limiter before i was able to let off the gas. When i let off the transmission engaged a higher gear and i was able to continue. Later when i tried to accelerate away from a stoplight the car wouldn't engage second gear again and just coasted to a stop no matter…
ODI 10392342
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the transmission stopped responding and the vehicle stalled as a result. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10417706
Automatic Transmission
I was driving in morning traffic when i tried to accelerate my accord begun to jolt and almost caused me to be rear ended by a huge cement truck. I was able to turn my car off and on again which allowed me to pull off the freeway. I bought my honda because i thought it would live up to the honda name for quality, but i was horridly wrong. My torque converted failed causing catastrophic damage to my transmission. I…
ODI 10395383
Automatic Transmission
Making turn to an on-ramp the rpm's in my 2003,v6 honda accord with automatic transmission increased to 6000-7000, after making the turn i lost all drive power and pulled to the side of the road. I stopped the car, turned off the engine and found nothing obvious under the hood. After restarting the car, it would not move in either forward or reverse. Had the car towed to honda dealer, diagnosis was a blown…
ODI 10390298
Automatic Transmission
Was driving my 2003 honda accord at 45mph. Suddenly the transmission changed gears from 4th to lilke 1st gear, felt like i hit a brick wall or someone hit me hard. It was very shocking and scary. Took the car to the dealer. They said it needs a new transmission. *tr
ODI 10386854
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord sedan v6 - automatic transmission failure. 125,000 miles. Problems with transmission since 75,000 miles. We took our vehicle into the dealer because the transmission fluid was burnt. Dealer confirmed transmission fluid was burnt. The answer we received was that the transmission fluid should not be in that condition but no problems were found during their inspection. *tr
ODI 10389731
Automatic Transmission
Driving car on freeway when it lost transmission, engine still running but no power to the car. Managed to coast to a safe stop; lower gears still functioning then. Drove in d2 to mechanic, lower gears now do not work reliably -- as soon as it gets hot it locks up. Transmission has to be completely rebuilt or replaced. Recall repiar was previously according to dealer records but does not seem to have worked.
ODI 10393546
Automatic Transmission
Transmission had problems downshifting and car was losing power. On the highway the car bucked violently and i had to pull off on the shoulder. I was able to continue for a short while before it happened again and had to pull off again. Car continued to be losing power and would not downshift. Was able to make it home, barely, and transmission would not engage in reverse. Had vehicle towed to dealership and…
ODI 10386376
Automatic Transmission
The transmission on our 2003 honda accord with only 72,203 miles has gone bad and needs to be replaced. We serviced our vehicle regularly and this should never have happened with such low mileage. Honda wants to charge us over $4000 for a new transmission. We understand there are many complaints on this. We had several recalls on this vehicle, including a service to the transmission shortly after we purchased the…
ODI 10390001
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle lunged back and forth in a sudden stop and go motion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. The dealer advised her that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was left in the dealers possession and the manufacturer was contacted in regards to the failure. The manufacturer advised that they would…
ODI 10386446
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord v6 transmission went out of the blue with 104,560 miles on it. I keep my cars mint and change fluids as recommended by the manufacturer. Honda america said due to that it's past its warranty, age and mileage they are unwilling to due anything. I've read on the nhtsa's webpage about the transmissions failing all in the same way, even my car. Obviously there's a problem that honda is unwilling at…
ODI 10390021
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda accord. Consumer states transmission downshifted violently while driving 50 mph *tgw the consumer stated the transmission became stuck in first gear. The dealer determined the transmission was damaged internally. *jb
ODI 10396292