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#253 of 392 Transmission at 112K??? by gregoryor

Jun 26, 2011 (5:22 pm)

Just started having transmission problems. 2003 Pilot EX with only 112K miles, just started slipping. Going 65MPH on the freeway and suddenly it feels like I slammed on the brakes, and engine revs without changing speed, like, I just shifted into neutral. Haven't taken it in yet. Wondering if I should go to a dealer and try to get Honda to cover some of the bill, or my usual guy who's a lot cheaper and does good work, but won't be able to work with Honda for some kind of coverage. 112K miles is WAY too early for transmission probs. Add that to the broken engine mounts and EGR valve, both "known" problems for this model, and the word "lemon" comes to mind.

#254 of 392 Re: Transamission trouble [jtsibes] by steve_ HOST

Jun 26, 2011 (6:17 pm)

Replying to: jtsibes (Jun 20, 2011 9:03 am)
That doesn't ring true to me JT.
 
Honda owns at least one transmission factory and even if they relied solely on suppliers with long term contracts, they wouldn't be locked into design specs. They may have to renegotiate price a bit, but suppliers are always tweaking parts for the manufacturers.
 
Just found another Honda transmission plant - this one is in Ohio.

#255 of 392 Flashing "D" on 2004 Pilot by buckeyeinmd

Jul 10, 2011 (3:26 pm)

Just got the Flashing "D" on my 2004 Pilot. From what I can tell by searching here, this is a common problem and Honda doesn't do much about it. Just seeing if I am correct since I don't have time to read every single message on this. But it shouldn't happen as often as it seems by the postings. guess I need to call the dealer in the morning and then start calling transmission places

#256 of 392 Re: Original owner of 2003 Pilot [egd1] by spamman66

Jul 10, 2011 (4:41 pm)

Replying to: egd1 (May 31, 2011 7:24 am)
Same thing is happening to me. I replaced my trans 1 1/2 years ago, but still get the Flasjing D and the VTM-4 light. Weird thing is that is happened every 2-4 weeks and goes away. My trans mech says he thinks it is a communcation problem and wants to search for the bad connection. I'd be happy if it was just an ERG valve replacement. I can do that!!
 
Is that the fix for this? I've tried to search for a fix, but no clear answers on this site.

#257 of 392 Re: transprob [transprob] by 1upsethondaguy

Jul 12, 2011 (6:20 pm)

Replying to: transprob (Apr 11, 2009 8:57 am)
I just had the same problem and I was driving about 50 on the highway and was almost hit by another car. I had to drive through 3 lanes and stop on the side of the highway. I cannot believe Honda is not doing anything about this. Toyota manned up the last couple years for recalls and Honda should do the same. I understand our vehicles have more than 100k on them but from what I have read, this whole issue has been caused by other faulty parts which has caused our transmissions to fail. I am definitely in to be part of a class action law suit. I'm not trying to make money off this but I would like Honda to pay for the full repair rather than just part. I too purchased Honda because I wanted a car that would last at least 200 to 250k. Let me know if you have heard anything about Honda providing a fix or if you would like to start a class action lawsuit.

#258 of 392 Re: Dead Transmission on 2003 Pilot [transprob] by 1upsethondaguy

Jul 12, 2011 (6:22 pm)

Replying to: transprob (Apr 16, 2009 10:32 am)
I too have recently had the same problem and was wondering if you had pursued a class action law suit. I am frustrated and don't have an extra 4k to shell out.

#259 of 392 flashing d light by bjnashville

Jul 22, 2011 (1:19 pm)

after reading about this same problem i guess i'm in for some expense on my 2004 honda pilot. yesterday my d started flashing. had mechanic check it out. put new transmission fluid in. the light has not flashed again and i have not noticed any other problem. is there anything proactive that i can do to save my transmission before it totally goes out on me?

#260 of 392 Re: flashing d light [bjnashville] by spamman66

Jul 27, 2011 (8:37 am)

Replying to: bjnashville (Jul 22, 2011 1:19 pm)
It seems that I can stop and turn off my Pilot (2003 with a rebuilt trans at 172K, and now at 210K) and restart it and the Flashing D stops. Sometime it stops for days/weeks, sometimes for a few miles. I wonder if it is just an electrical failure for a short instance and it trips the diagnostics. It runs fine with and without the Flashing D. It's been happening for me for 6 months. It's annoying, but the car seems to run fine. AAMCO and my local repairman cannot find error codes and they think it is a corroded connection somewhere. I'm paying them to find it, though either.

#261 of 392 Re: flashing d light [spamman66] by guppgupp321

Jul 27, 2011 (10:05 am)

Replying to: spamman66 (Jul 27, 2011 8:37 am)
It sounds as if you are tricking the engine...I have heard of this before...not sure what the remedy would be...search the internet. Diane

#262 of 392 Re: Transmission problems '03 Pilot [baltovet] by enzochiapet

Aug 01, 2011 (8:35 am)

Replying to: baltovet (Jan 28, 2007 10:37 pm)
I'm the latest victim of a failed '03 Honda Pilot Transmission failure. I've known for years now this day was probably coming and this past Thursday I effectively lost 3rd and 4th gear as the trans simply slammed in/out, revved, etc. which forced me to limp to a transmission shop in 2nd gear.
 
Though I've NEVER serviced this transmission (other than having the factory recall to install the oil cooler kit several years ago), I believe in modern vehicles that failing at even 156K miles is unacceptable.
 
Anyway, as expected, $3800 - $4300 (estimate provided this morning) for the repair. I just spent $1250 a month ago repair the AC (Compressor failure). Aside from these two very expensive failures, this Pilot has been a rock.
 
I'm concerned about the trans failing again in the future, as the warranty I get with this rebuilt is 1-year or 12K miles.

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