Most Common Honda Accord Transmission Problems

Many Californians who have purchased or leased Honda Accords have experienced transmission problems. The 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid was recalled because of transmission problems that the manufacturer said could cause the engine to lose power during vehicle operation. Later models have also had transmission issues.

A car’s transmission regulates the amount of engine power supplied to the wheels to maintain speed. If the transmission fails, your vehicle is no longer viable transportation.

Transmission problems are a common cause of Honda Accords being declared lemons under California’s Lemon Law. When a motor vehicle in California has a significant defect that starts while it’s covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and has not been repaired despite the dealership’s reasonable number of attempts, it may be a lemon. The owner can file a Lemon Law claim for a refund of all money they have spent to buy or lease and repair the vehicle.

Of course, it’s not so easy to persuade a car dealership to refund your money and take back a defective vehicle they’ve already sold. But the experienced Lemon Law attorneys at The Barry Law Firm can help. We have focused exclusively on pursuing Lemon Law claims for California consumers since 2010. We have a thorough knowledge of the California Lemon Law and a strong track record of holding auto manufacturers accountable to car owners like you.

If you have unresolved Honda Accord transmission issues that started within the warranty period, contact The Barry Law Firm for a FAST and FREE consultation.

What Are the Most Common Honda Accord Transmission Problems?

In Honda’s recall of the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid sedan and the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid SUV, the manufacturer said the electronic transmission’s generator resolver cover may have been broken in assembly. The broken pieces could cut the resolver wires while drivers are operating the vehicles and cause a loss of engine power. With a loss of power, the driver may be unable to restart and operate the vehicle, which could cause a collision.

Honda said the defect in the recalled vehicles occurred because the generator resolver cover was installed out of order during manufacturing. Owners of the recalled vehicles were instructed to take their cars to an authorized Honda dealer to have the e-CVT transmission replaced at no cost to them.

Difficult gear shifts are another common Honda Accord transmission problem. A properly running transmission shifts smoothly from gear to gear. In a Honda Accord, you may experience:

• Transmission failure to engage or stay in gear – This could be caused by a defect within the shifter, shifter cable, transmission’s valve body, or vehicle’s computer system.
• Delayed gear shifts or missed gears – A defect within the engine or the vehicle’s computer may hinder shifts into higher gears. This can lead to overheating, which can damage internal parts of the transmission.
• Transmission slips or over-revving – A slipping or high-revving engine indicates a worn clutch or other parts inside the transmission going bad.
• Vibrations and noise – If you hear buzzing, clicking, humming, or roaring coming from inside a vehicle’s transmission, it likely has one or more bad bearings, damaged planetary gears, or another internal issue.

What Risks Do These Transmission Problems Create?

A faulty or failing transmission can cause your Honda Accord to suddenly lose power, making it difficult to accelerate or maintain speed. Slipping gears or delayed shifting could make the vehicle difficult to control.

A transmission that isn’t functioning properly puts undue strain on the vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, and wheels, which could cause them to fail prematurely and unexpectedly. The friction generated among internal components of a faulty transmission can generate excessive heat and a potential fire hazard.

Loss of speed or vehicle control could easily lead to a collision. If your Honda Accord suddenly breaks down because its transmission has failed and you avoid an accident, you could still be left stranded.

I May Have a Faulty Honda Transmission: What Do I Do?

If you are experiencing Honda Accord transmission problems, you should report them to an authorized Honda dealership for repairs. You may be able to pursue a Lemon Law claim if the manufacturer cannot resolve warranty-covered problems with your Honda Accord transmission after several tries. California’s Lemon Law requires manufacturers to buy back vehicles with serious problems that they cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts. However, the issue must be covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty and start during the warranty period.

To demonstrate that your Honda Accord is a lemon under California law, you will need all the paperwork for your purchase or lease of the vehicle and your attempts to repair it. You should also compile records of all money spent to buy, lease, register, or license the vehicle, as well as repair, towing, and rental car costs. All of these expenses can be recovered in a successful California Lemon Law claim.

How an Experienced California Lemon Law Attorney Can Help

You should contact The Barry Law Firm when it has become clear that the Honda dealership cannot repair your Honda Accord’s transmission problems. For a Honda Lemon Law claim in California, the car owner often must file a lawsuit for the manufacturer to take the complaint seriously.

If you are represented by The Barry Law Firm, we can help you document your claim and make sure you move forward according to the requirements of California law and your Honda warranty and sales or lease contract. Our attorneys will file a lawsuit and negotiate aggressively with Honda for full compensation to you. If necessary, we will take a solid case to court on your behalf.

Contact a California Lemon Law Attorney for Help with Your Honda Lemon

If you have unrepairable transmission problems with a Honda Accord purchased or leased in California, you may be able to seek what you have paid for the vehicle plus your other costs through a Lemon Law claim. The Barry Law Firm can handle your Honda Lemon Law case at no charge to you. When a consumer wins a Lemon Law claim in California, the manufacturer is required to pay the consumer’s attorneys’ fees. That means we don’t charge our clients legal fees, no matter the outcome.

Contact The Barry Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA, at 877-LEMON-03 or reach out online today for your FAST and FREE legal consultation.