Having a Problem With Your Honda Pilot Transmission?

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Honda Pilot Transmission Problems | Honda Pilot Transmission Phoenix AZThe Honda Pilot is just one of the Honda models that were known to have severe transmission problems. They were part of the huge recall in 2004. Sadly, many of the Honda Pilot's that were repaired as part of the recall had their transmissions fail a second or even a third time.

The 2004 Honda recall covered about 1.1 million of Honda’s most popular models. Cars covered in the recall included 2003, 2003, and 2004 Pilot.
Honda Motor Company officially confirmed that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety existed in 2003-04 Pilots. Certain operating conditions resulted in heat buildup in the transmission second gear set and often led to gear tooth chipping. In very rare cases, actual gear breakage occurred. This gear failure could possibly result in transmission lock-up and a crash could occur without warning. Another problem with the radiator allowed antifreeze to mix with the transmission fluid.

In its 2004 filing with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Honda said it had two approaches to the recall:

  • For vehicles with 15,000 miles or fewer, the dealer would update the transmission with a simple revision to the oil cooler return line to increase lubrication to second gear.
  • For vehicles with more than 15,000 miles, the local Honda dealer would inspect the transmission to identify gears that have already experienced discoloration due to overheating. If discoloration existed the transmission would be replaced. If discoloration was not present the dealer would perform the revision to the oil-cooler return line.

Honda Pilot Transmission Problems | Honda Pilot Transmission Phoenix AZA Honda spokesman said the automaker studied the issue and determined that only “prolonged operation” without adequate oil flow could cause the problem. Unfortunately, many Pilot owners who had the recall work done say their transmissions failed later anyway.

Honda Pilot owners purchased their cars based on a reputation of reliability. Unlike Honda Odyssey Owners, who were represented in a class action lawsuit settlement for transmission problems, Honda Pilot owners are at the mercy of the dealership – and are sometimes forced to pay thousands of dollars to repair the faulty transmission.

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