Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 06085 | 05/09/2008 | 06-085 I | 10021968 | Warranty extension: vehicle warranty mileage. *kb 2002 through 2006 and some 2007 fit models. updated 8/18/08. *pe | 06/27/2007 |
| 05012004 | 05/01/2004 | 10013983 | Use the honda diagnostic system to read srs diagnostic trouble codes. *nm | 04/27/2005 | |
| 010103 | 01/01/2003 | 10001788 | Complaints from owners that they can't program homelink. *tt *jb | 07/18/2003 | |
| 010103 | 01/01/2003 | 10001793 | Searching isis for diagnostic trouble code information. *tt *jb | 07/18/2003 | |
| 802 | 08/16/2002 | 637976 | Subject regarding reading readiness code status with malfunction indicator lamp. *tt | 12/09/2002 | |
| 010702 | 07/01/2002 | 637023 | Subject regarding anti-theft radio serial number. *tt | 11/19/2002 | |
| 010402 | 04/01/2002 | 636744 | Information on diagnosing noise from passenger side of dashboard. *tt | 11/13/2002 | |
| 01097 | 02/12/2002 | 629420 | Subject regarding clock light does not work. *yd | 04/02/2002 | |
| 010102 | 01/01/2002 | 629303 | Information on flashing low oil pressure indicator lamp. *tt | 04/01/2002 | |
| 011001 | 10/01/2001 | 626821 | Information regarding missing pages in service manual. *yd | 12/18/2001 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 08/16/2012 | 130000 | ||
| 1.request for an immediately recall for honda accord lx 2002 models as having dangerous transmission problems, widespread transmission failure, subframe rust, & problems with the airbag system (srs ), and overall the car | |||
| 01/13/2013 | 70600 | ||
| The check engine light came on suddenly so i took it the shop to get it checked out. the technician said that the transmission failed and needs to be replaced. the car is a honda accord ex v6 2 door coupe and only has 70,600 miles. it seems like many honda vehicles are experiencing early transmission failures that normal. | |||
| 12/12/2012 | 116000 | ||
| My car has roll-away problem. if the transmission is not in park and the parking brake is not set, the vehicle rolls away. i have noticed a recall on the similar grounds on various other vehicles (http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/12/12/us-autos-honda-recall-idusbre8bb11220121212). my vehicle should also be included in this recall. thanks | |||
| 09/01/2012 | |||
| While getting my required yearly ny state inspection (performed by a certified honda mechanic) the subframe rear beam (cross member) was found to be unsafe and rusting out with holes on the passenger side. the mechanic told me that this was a common problem due to a design flaw that allows for the collection of water at the problem spot. it is a very expensive fix that he was surprised that honda has not recalled because it happens so frequently and is a safety concern.. the rest of the undercarriage and frame was in good condition. why hasn't honda recalled this safety issue? | |||
| 07/19/2012 | 157000 | ||
| Honda has a manufacturing defect for a rear beam place. at the honda dealership, a honda and state of michigan certified mechanic has certified that honda put cars in production with a defective place for air conditioning drain. the drain from the air condiotioner comes straight on the top of the rear beam and make this piece of metal corroded and rust out. the position for drain has not been manufactured in the right place. the cause is to break the rear beam and put the driver in extensive danger with having car running on less than four wheels and driving on highway can kill a person along with others may get hit with the vehicle. repair costs $2000.00. | |||
| 05/18/2012 | 76400 | ||
| My transmission failed after only 37,140 miles. after negotiation, honda replaced it; we shared the costs. remanufactured transmission now failed; i regularly maintain it. honda wants to charge $5000 to replace; said honda would pay 60% of parts; labor extra. aamco rebuilds for $2200 - $2800 total parts&labor. honda offer to share costs seems even more unreasonable given seeming inflated costs. http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2002/ has recorded over 640 complaints2002 honda transmissions. jan. 8, 2011 article, honda transmission problems seem to exist, the reporter states that one complaintant; mr. berens is not alone in his disenchantment. the n.h.t.s.a. web site has some 570 transmission complaints from owners of 2003 | |||
| 02/06/2011 | 42060 | ||
| Transmission slips, lugs, and hesitates shifting. dangerous when trying to merge onto a freeway in heavy traffic and car does not reliably accelerate. also dangerous when changing lanes. the car has always been well cared for. a check and change of the transmission fluid did not resolve the problem. | |||
| 03/10/2012 | 1 | ||
| Cpsc#i1230350a. 2002 honda accord. consumer stated she attempted to come to a stop at the red light but her car was still accelerating. *ln | |||
| 10/04/2011 | |||
| I own a 2002 honda accord and the srs light remains on constantly. i googled this issue and apparently hundreds of honda accord owners have the same issue. the srs apparently deals with the the seatbelt restraint system which is an apparent defect with honda. | |||
| 10/09/2010 | |||
| Contamination of the linear solenoid and its associated passages inside the transmission will cause transmission failure | |||
| 08/16/2011 | 75436 | ||
| Transmission constantly slips when accelerating. this is concerning because i cannot depend on my car to accelerate when i need to. i've taken the car to the dealership for repair and am awaiting their feedback. | |||
| 07/14/2011 | 71000 | ||
| While driving up a hill, the car jerked a few times, then gave a hard knock or two. i stopped the car for about two minutes. when i tried to accelerate, the car dragged and could only move very slowly. i pulled into a nearby driveway and awaited the tow. my mechanic was able to back it into a parking spot, but that was the last movement the car made on its own. the car was then towed to the honda dealer who said that the transmission needed to be replaced. | |||
| 01/30/2011 | 102000 | ||
| At first instance, the car began to show sluggish conditions when shifting gears. as time went on, the 'slips' began to grow more and more dangerous to the point that the car could barely shift between gears at all and was a safety hazard for both driver and to anyone around me as i was vulnerable to be rear-ended by anyone too close behind (because the car could not accelerate) and to those ahead of me as the car tended to jerk forward. after a repair to the solenoid once before, the car's performance improved, however some sluggish conditions remain and the conditions only worsen as time goes on. at 102,000 miles, the car's 2nd' transmission appears to need to be replaced to function properly. this is a known issue for honda accords as reported on several websites and known and acknowledged by independent mechanics across the country. it is irresponsible and reprehensible for honda to not take responsibility for this and be held accountable. at this current time honda refuses to take such action and will only offer minor reduction in repair costs that hardly seems fair to the thousand's of owners affected by this. please keep record of this and offer whatever assistance you can provide. source: http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2002/transmission/hesitates_and_shifts_very_hard.shtml others maybe provided upon request. | |||
| 10/06/2010 | 104000 | ||
| Honda has a tranmission design flaw in their early 2000 honda accords. i own a 2002 accord with 105,000 miles that requires a new transmission. i was suprised because this brand is known to be reliable. upon researching honda transmission problems online, i found several articles and mutiple consumer complaints regarding honda transmission failure. honda did recall tranmissions in certain models from 2003 and 2004. america honda knows they have a problem and they declined to assist me with the repair because my 2002 accord was not one of the recall models. i am now stuck with $3,000 repair bill for a new tranmission. this is unfair, particularily since i bought the car brand new, purchased the extended warrenty (which ended after 7 yrs.), and maintained my car regularly. honda needs to be held responsible. | |||
| 07/11/2007 | 53000 | ||
| The transmission in my 2002 honda accord started to slip and shift very hard in the summer of 2007 with only about 53000 miles on it. it's causing me to drive somewhat erratically because it jumps into gear when i try to accelerate. i've drained and refilled the transmission fluid but haven't tried any repairs on it due to how much it would cost. | |||
| 08/11/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2002 honda accord ex, 100,000 miles. maintenance light came on and almost immediately the vehicle began to shake at speeds of 40 mph or lower. mechanic said total transmission failure. | |||
| 07/20/2010 | 145600 | ||
| I parked my auto in a business parking lot ,removed ignition key and exited vehicle. i was called to reception minutes later to be told that my vehilcle had rolled back hitting another vehicle which was occupied and parked. | |||
| 08/11/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2002 honda accord ex, 100,000 miles. maintenance light came on and almost immediately the vehicle began to shake at speeds of 40 mph or lower. mechanic said total transmission failure. | |||
| 07/20/2010 | 145600 | ||
| I parked my auto in a business parking lot ,removed ignition key and exited vehicle. i was called to reception minutes later to be told that my vehilcle had rolled back hitting another vehicle which was occupied and parked. | |||