Power Train Related Problems of the 2006 Honda Element

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2006 Honda Element. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Honda Element


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2006 Honda Element

The Power Train problem

The check engine light indicated a "gas cap" code, and the "side airbag off" light was illuminated. Upon diagnosis, the technician identified significant rust and cracked transmission components, resulting in fluid leakage.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Automatic transmission: when shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear, there is a gear slippage action and sound in the transmission. Apparently, this failure is related to NHTSA campaign # 11v395000 / Honda�s recall campaign # r89.   Read details...


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