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#167 of 276 Re: 2013 Honda Accord jerking stutter acceleration [fair2us] by kkuhns

Mar 02, 2013 (8:04 pm)

Replying to: fair2us (Mar 02, 2013 5:56 pm)
I started this forum back in mid November 2012, a few weeks after I got my 2013 Honda Accord LX with the CVT. I later reported going to the dealer and reproducing the issue. Fortunately for us, our dealer's Honda repair shop has conscientious managers and workers. They worked with me until we could reproduce the problem and capture it in a diagnostic snapshot. They sent that to Honda Engineering, who in turn provided some kind of firmware update to the transmission software on the car. I'm sorry I don't have a particular fix number or something to refer to off hand - if someone wants me to look further, I can go back and check my receipts to see if they provided details. After they applied the software fix, I'm glad to say that the stutter greatly diminished and all but disappeared. It did not continue the way it was before, so I'm saying the fix worked, and I have had no need to go back to the shop for that issue. I won't say it is perfect, as I think I felt a very slight stutter once since then, but I've become hyper-sensitive to it and I'm the only one who would notice anything, of the people who have ridden in my car.
 
So I suggest asking a good Honda dealer/shop to inquire with Honda engineering for a software update to the Honda Accord LX (4 cyl) CVT that was first issued to me back in December 2012. My dealer is Bob Rohrman Honda in Lafayette IN.
 
I hope that helps others who are experiencing the same issue. Let me know if you want me to look for more details or call my dealer to see what they would say to ask for.

#168 of 276 Re: 2013 Honda Accord jerking stutter acceleration [kkuhns] by trusso69

Mar 02, 2013 (9:22 pm)

Replying to: kkuhns (Mar 02, 2013 8:04 pm)
It would have to be a TSB. They don't do individualized software updates. If you could get the TSB number, that would be very helpful.
 
FWIW, there is a major software update for SOME of the high-end models to fix problems with the telematics and audio systems. just came out this week...
 
Typical first year problems with a complicated new design. honda used to be a simple car; not any more

#169 of 276 Re: 2013 honda accord v6 radio screeching [carcam123] by jdsp

Mar 03, 2013 (5:42 pm)

Replying to: carcam123 (Nov 30, 2012 6:19 am)
3 Week old Accord V-4 w/Navi and when I stopped to pick up some food and started it the whole Audio system buzzed - didn't matter what source was selected - sounds like speakers are shot. When we turned audio off buzzing remained. Only stopped when car was shut-off. Feel this will not be a one time event.

#170 of 276 Re: 2013 honda accord v6 radio screeching [jdsp] by quality4us

Mar 03, 2013 (5:55 pm)

Replying to: jdsp (Mar 03, 2013 5:42 pm)
This problem has been noted several times in this forum. It is certainly frustrating.
 
GOOD NEWS. I was contacted yesterday by my dealer who told me that the software fix is now available. I was told it takes about one hour to reload the software and ensure it is working properly.

#171 of 276 Re: 2013 honda accord v6 radio screeching [jdsp] by trusso69

Mar 03, 2013 (9:19 pm)

Replying to: jdsp (Mar 03, 2013 5:42 pm)
TSB 13-001
Affected VINs will be notified. Just came out 3-2-2013
Seven page pdf file posted on the accord geek site, drive accord dot net
good info there for Accord owners

#172 of 276 Re: 2013 Honda Accord jerking stutter acceleration [fair2us] by rodut

Mar 04, 2013 (7:00 am)

Replying to: fair2us (Mar 02, 2013 5:42 pm)
Yes, you are right. Lucien said the same thing. I was unaware of CVT jerking. I have a manual. It's a dream to drive, by the way.

#173 of 276 Audio issue with Hondalink by marcus216

Mar 06, 2013 (9:05 am)

Just curious if anyone out there with a 2013 Honda accord with Hondalink has had audio issues. I have had my Honda Accord EXL V6 only a few days and I had an instance of a distortion - buzzing/static sound coming from the audio on any source. Even when I turned the audio off, I could hear the buzzing/static sound. When I turned the car off and re-started, the issue was resolved, as if restarting the engine allows the audio system to reset itself. I am wondering if this is due to the active noise cancellation system? I called m dealer and talked with the service manager and he told me that they have not seen this issue. I found this video on YouTube from a guy who has experienced the same thing. Interesting.
  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV0Wq23Y9_M

#174 of 276 Re: 2013 Honda Accord Issues [rodut] by bcostin

Mar 06, 2013 (9:20 am)

Replying to: rodut (Nov 15, 2012 9:23 pm)
I picked up one of only three manual transmission Sport models available in Chicagoland in December. The car is a joy to drive, without the guilt of guzzling gas. I believe Honda will sort out the CVT problems eventually, but the manual transmission car is a much better option right now.

#175 of 276 Jerking Stutter Issue?? by msmith16

Mar 06, 2013 (9:58 am)

I was all set to buy a 2013 sport but saw this thread the day before I was going to go and now its got me nervous. All the professional reviews of the accord have been overwhelmingly positive with many praising the CVT in particular. I've also posted on several accord youtube videos asking about the jerking issue discussed here and none of the drivers that responded to me said they felt anything of the sort. Could this just be an issue that takes time to develop or have you all noticed it right away. Also, are those of you that wrote in just very picky/observant when it comes to transmissions (i mean this in the nicest way possible lol) or is it obvious when the jerking occurs? I just don't see how there can be so many positive reviews from professionals AND consumers but then a thread like this expressing such an issue. If anyone can write back with any insight on what I should do that would be great.

#176 of 276 Re: Audio issue with Hondalink [marcus216] by trusso69

Mar 06, 2013 (10:06 am)

Replying to: marcus216 (Mar 06, 2013 9:05 am)
REF 173
TSB 13-001
Affected VINs will be notified. Just came out 3-2-2013
Seven page pdf file posted on the accord geek site, drive accord dot net
good info there for Accord owners!

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