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#23 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [kasperghost] by 7hondas Mar 26, 2005 (2:49 pm)
Replying to: kasperghost (Mar 01, 2005 9:01 pm) After owning 7 Honda/Acura cars, all with manual transmissions, I have never had a clutch failure. That includes a Civic with over 250,000 miles on the original clutch, and a 97 Acura GS-R that was driven anything but easy (traded with 138,000 miles).   I'm buying a TSX in the very near future, and I'm on the fence between a 6 sp and auto. I was concerned whether Honda / Acura has fixed the automatic transmission problems they had in the past, but now I wonder if they are starting to have manual transmission problems.   How are the automatics holding up? Replies to this message: ronabi (Mar 26, 2005 9:05 pm) uncledavid (Mar 30, 2005 10:38 am) kyfdx (Mar 30, 2005 11:31 am) lmmorgan (Apr 05, 2005 6:24 pm) manavi (Apr 05, 2005 7:52 pm)
#24 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [7hondas] by ronabi Mar 26, 2005 (9:05 pm)
Replying to: 7hondas (Mar 26, 2005 2:49 pm) 7hondas, I have had my 05 TSX 5AT only three months, but I want you to know that I am more than pleased with the AT. It is smooth as glass and at least as responsive as any other AT I have had over many years of car ownership if not more so. That said, I am not a racer, and so don't have some of the same interests that many of the 6MT fans do. While I am not qualified to speak about how it performs over time, I can say that based on my limited experience and on the testimony of others with longer term ownership, I do not expect to see problems of any kind.
#25 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [7hondas] by uncledavid Mar 30, 2005 (10:38 am)
Replying to: 7hondas (Mar 26, 2005 2:49 pm) The problems with Honda Automatics were largely restricted to the 6-cyl engines, and were most problematic in the Acura TL line. There have been some reports of tranny failures in the Accord V6 engines and I believe they extended the warranty on the Prelude line as well.   Personally, I put 170,000 miles on Accords with Automatics and never had a single problem.   The AT on the TSX is the nicest one Honda has ever produced. The slushbox in my Accord shifted roughly, and was not always in the right gear. The TSX sometimes hesitates a bit before downshifting, but it is really smooth and never hunts gears.   I still think the car is happier with the slick 6MT, but the 5AT is a reasonable compromise for those of us who live in traffic.   The TSX does have some issues though (stiff ride being my major complaint, and I don't like the tires) but I don't expect the reliablity of the AT to be an issue. Replies to this message: kyfdx (Mar 30, 2005 11:31 am)
#26 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [uncledavid] by kyfdx HOST Mar 30, 2005 (11:31 am)
Replying to: uncledavid (Mar 30, 2005 10:38 am) I lost a tranny on an '01 Accord 4-cylinder.. Must have been more than just mine, because the warranty was extended to 100K on the tranny (not due to this single failure).   However, no drama... just sounded funny, and we took it in...   I still put Honda up against any other make for reliability.. 54K miles on that one, and that was the only problem... and Honda took care of it..   regards, kyfdx
#27 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [7hondas] by lmmorgan Apr 05, 2005 (6:24 pm)
Replying to: 7hondas (Mar 26, 2005 2:49 pm) New to the forum, with the TSX on my "short list" of 3 or 4 other vehicles.   I'm concerned about the clutch discussion. I once owned an '89 Integra (purchased new) and loved the way the car drove/handled but found the overall ownership experience VERY poor. Coincidentally, one of the things that went wrong was the clutch, at 19K. Arguing with the dealer that I had never had a clutch on any car last me less than 100K did no good.   It seems this may be a notoriously weak component, if I'm still hearing the same sort of stories 15 years later.   Incidentally, the tramlining thing was common to my Integra as well. A set of Pirelli P77s in lieu of the OEM Michelins helped a lot. Fixed the cars tendency to seek trees and ditches in the rain, as well. Replies to this message: manavi (Apr 05, 2005 7:52 pm)
#28 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [lmmorgan] by manavi Apr 05, 2005 (7:52 pm)
Replying to: lmmorgan (Apr 05, 2005 6:24 pm) Frankly, I think the clutch issue is overblown. I think there are 2 or 3 people that are posting on multiple websites about how they have had the clutch go out on their TSX prematurely. Tell me what other cars you are considering and I bet I can dig up 2 or 3 for each one that are also complaining about premature clutch failure.   With car reliability, you have to play the odds. And, right now, when all is said and done, Acuras are one of the most reliable cars you can buy, period.
#29 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [uncledavid] by pjfry Jul 20, 2005 (10:24 am)
Replying to: uncledavid (Mar 01, 2005 6:50 pm) I'd like to weigh in on the clutch problem as well. For the past month or so I have also heard the slight whine when accelerating from a stop in 1st gear. Then a few days ago the clutch failed on me. When I accelerate in any gear the engine revs quickly to about 6000 RPM yet the car barely moves. I took it to the dealer today, and even though I have yet to hear from them they told me it is most likely a clutch problem, and if the technician deems it to be because of "my driving habits" then they won't replace it under warranty. I am glad to hear that others have had this problem, because ANY clutch, especially one from Honda should not give out at 10k miles. I'll post updates on the cost and whether or not they cover it under the warranty. From the discussions thus far it seems highly unlikely that they will cover it.   As for the clutch being a wear and tear item, as people have been posting, I agree. But, if you bought tires that were supposed to last 40k and they only lasted 4k under normal driving conditions then clearly something is wrong and it's not normal wear and tear. The same applies for a clutch. Replies to this message: pjfry (Aug 18, 2005 9:27 am) manavi (Aug 18, 2005 1:33 pm) jet1234 (Aug 22, 2005 2:21 am)
#30 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [pjfry] by pjfry Aug 18, 2005 (9:27 am)
Replying to: pjfry (Jul 20, 2005 10:24 am) I said I'd follow up on my clutch troubles. The dealer did not want to replace the clutch, but Acura Customer Care told them to do so as a "courtesy repair." So I got it done for free, which is good. But the dealer of course still assumed it was my fault and treated me like crap for the rest of my experience with them. Which brings me to my next point. I have read a few posts praising Pohanka Acura. I have had nothing but bad experiences with them. Their service people ignore me until I practically smack them to get their attention, and then when they do speak to me they are extremely rude. But fortunately for me I have a choice in dealers, and I have chosen never to go back to Pohanka. Replies to this message: manavi (Aug 18, 2005 1:33 pm) jet1234 (Aug 22, 2005 2:21 am)
#31 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [pjfry] by manavi Aug 18, 2005 (1:33 pm)
Replying to: pjfry (Aug 18, 2005 9:27 am) I'm glad you followed up and let everyone know the outcome of your clutch issues. Wow, 10,000 miles and a new clutch.   As far as the dealer, you could always rip them in the dealer service survey you're bound to be getting in the mail in the near future.   I think you're right to just take your future business elsewhere, though. Vote with your wallet.
#32 of 94 Re: Clutch failure [pjfry] by jet1234 Aug 22, 2005 (2:21 am)
Replying to: pjfry (Aug 18, 2005 9:27 am) pjfry, Do you mind if I ask what year your TSX is (04 or 05)?   Also, I've only heard negative things about Pohanka Acura's service dept. Sorry to hear about your experience.

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