Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 1998 Honda Prelude. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (seven problems).
On my third transmission for this car, I have become scared to drive it. When making left turns my transmission will randomly choose when to engage in the correct gear. There have been many close accidents in this car and I am no longer able to make left turns. Read details...
The transmission seemed to stop working in d(drive) mode. I had to use the manual/ autostick to get the car to drive. There was no improvement in the shifting. I had to pay to have a 5 speed swap done at a performance shop. This is my 3rd Honda that has had transmission failure. Read details...
I have owned three Hondas. A 1988 accord, 93 accord, and now currently the 98 Prelude. Of all three the Prelude has given me the most problems. I have spent over $1500 in repairs so far in having the car 8 months. Now my torque converter needs to be replaced. Read details...