Transmission Gear Slipping problems of the 2002 Honda Civic

I am a very angry owner of a 02 Civic ex, only with 80k on this car it needs a new transmission. I researched online that this is very common for this year make and model. I called american Honda today, they are aware of this issue but will not help since this is an 11 year old car which is [xxx]. You will have to be the original owner for them to take it in consideration. They should stand behind something that they made that is putting us at risk of accidents or even death. Every one is having the same problem, obviously its a defect. Gears are slipping from 2nd to 3rd gear with an automatic transmission, car was will maintained and was serviced by Honda dealership. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The car began making squealing noises each time I accelerated starting about one week ago. As of yesterday, my car's transmission has begun slipping. Each time it does so, the engine revs into higher rpms. I took my car in for inspection and was told I will need a transmission rebuild. The transmission only has 143,000 miles on it. I get all of my regular maintenance. There are thousands of online complaints for 2002 Honda Civic transmission failures. Luckily, my transmission hasn't failed while driving on the freeway yet like everyone else's seems to be doing.

The transmission started slipping when shifting from 2nd to 3rd and 2 days later it failed altogether in traffic. I was able to pull to the side, but it could have been much worse if I had been unable to pull over.

Car would not accelerate when gas pedal is pressed and would basically "coast" making it very scary when you're on the freeway onramp with cars behind you. Have thankfully not had an accident but obviously has the potential for one. Was told transmission is slipping and would cost $1800 for a rebuild. Happens everytime I drive. Internet search shows other similar complaints and is common to this vehicle.

I just took off for work and my car wouldn't accelerate and made a terrible whining sound. It would not go above 20mph. I try to take good care of my car and since Hondas supposedly last a long time I did not think something like this would happen around 143,500 miles. I could have been hit since I live right on a road where people are constantly speeding by, but was lucky it was not a busy time of day. I have even brought the car into Honda to look at the transmission for slipping. They said there was nothing they could do about it I just need to warm the car up before I drive it. Clearly that wasn't helpful at all.

My car started revving while I was driving. Transmission was slipping. Checked fluid, was brown. Changed fluid. Lasted about 1000 miles more and then transmission failed.

I was driving this 2002 Civic I bought with 120,000 miles on it and without warning the transmission started slipping and not shifting. After stopping and praying the car did engage the first gear and I brought it home.

2002 Honda Civic GX began losing power, threw engine code 1890 and the transmission was slipping badly in 3rd gear. Independent repair shop determined the transmission needed to be replaced, but could not locate either a new or rebuilt transmission. The Honda dealer said an extended warranty only covered up to 105,000 miles or 7 years, whichever was less. They have not gotten back to me on any other extended warranties available.

Just driving down the highway transmission slipped a little then it was ok, got down the highway, exit the highway engine light came on, transmission failed. Had to coast around a corner. Nothing before to let me know the transmission was failing until then. Could have failed while driving down the highway and someone could have reared ended me while doing 70 mph. I have read other complaints about this particular problem, with transmission failure on the Honda Civic 2002.

1. I purchased this car used, and the problem was hidden from me. 2. Problem occurs everyday, the transmission slips about 1500 rpms when cold. A. Seatbelts are hard to click into mechanism b. Interior lights do not come on when drivers door is opened, but does when passenger door is open. . 3. Nothing has been done yet, I have taken this car to many shops trying to diagnose the problem, but I cannot figure it out.

My 2002 Honda Civic has a transmission slipping problem, I've done some research and others have had the same problem.

I own a 2002 Honda Civic ex. The transmission was slipping a little so I took it to my Honda dealer for service. They called and said the transmission fluid was black and smelled burnt. They changed it as well as giving me a timing belt service package ($635) and sparkplug change ($200). Upon taking it for a test drive, it stopped working. After a restart they managed to get it back to the dealership where it gave the error code corresponding to "improper gear ratio" which in turn translated to complete and total transmission failure. I did some digging and found very similar problems with other Civics and accords with models in the early 2000s. I filed a complaint with Honda of America and after a week of review they called to tell me that they would discount $700 off of a new transmission. . . So I'm still out $2,500.

The contact owns a 2002 Honda Civic. While driving approximately 20 mph on normal road conditions, the transmission slipped erratically when shifting between gears. The failures occurred more frequently in cold weather conditions. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnostic tests were performed. The technician stated that the failure was related to the transmission and advised that the vehicle be taken to a specialized transmission auto shop. The vehicle was taken to a specialized transmission shop and the transmission was rebuilt. The failure mileage was 74,622 and the current mileage was unavailable.

Automatic transmission slipping in dangerous traffic situations. This occurs when car shifts. Honda will not recall this obvious model defect in thousands of their 02 Civic.

2002 Honda Civic transmission slips car not movable. Similar to complaint under 2002 Honda Civic at carcomplaints. Com. I was driving and suddenly the transmission went from bad to worse.

The contact owns a 2002 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping between second and third gears. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired for the failure. The failure mileage was unknown abd the current mileage was 200,000.

Automatic transmission started slipping between 2 & 3 gear you have to lift off of the throttle to lower the rpm's so the trans will shift into 3rd gear, all the other shift point's are fine. I believe there is a defect in this transmission. There are many complaints on online forum's about these transmissions. 2001 to 2005 Civic's.