2004 Honda Accord V6 EX review from North America
"This is an excellent car other than the transmission problem which could cost me a bundle soon."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Honda recalled this car 6/2004 for a transmission defect (mfr recall # 04V176000). The vehicle was supposed fixed by Honda when brought in for this recall. The transmission was not replaced. Instead, they updated the transmission with a simple revision to the oil cooler. Since that date I have brought it in for transmission problems two times and have been told there is no problem. Ever since I purchased it new there has been a scraping sound in 1st gear, the gear shifter when moved to the D postion does not always release the key, and the transmission is not smooth as other Honda's I have owned. Beware of Honda's poor service on this vehicle. 2004 V6 Honda Accords.
General comments?
The transmission needs to be repaired or replaced.
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| Starting problem, Quality issue? Bad dealers. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6 miles |
| Most recent distance | 26700 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Odyssey |
| Date of Entry | 15th November, 2005 |