Power Train Related Problems of the 2008 Honda Element

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2008 Honda Element. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission solenoid (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Honda Element


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2008 Honda Element

The Power Train problem

5 speed manual transmission: #1- difficulty engaging shifter into any gear (not in motion). #2- shifter/transmission pop out of gear to neutral while driving (city and highway). #3- difficulty up and down shifting smoothly. There are lots of complaints about manual shifter issues with Honda Element.   Read details...

The Transmission Solenoid problem

All the transmission fluid leaked out of vehicle. Vehicle would not go into gear. Vehicle only slid backwards until placed in park. Vehicle was towed to dealer for repair. Dealer put in transmission fluid, checked pressure and returned to owner.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Heavy snow conditions (CT Feb. 6, 2015) car transmission light appeared, pulled over, read manual which instructed driver to proceed moderately, without rapid acceleration, to either a service garage or safe place. Drove home (4. 5 miles) but drive is steep.   Read details...


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