Thats why I have the 5 speed manual because of all these auto tranny issues. I only heard of the 6 cyl with the problem not the 4 cyl.

 

It may have been more widespread among the V6 models (for whatever reason) but the defect was not limited to the V6s only. There have been a number of tranny failures on 4-cyl models over on the other Accord/Honda forums. The carrier bearings were sourced from the same supplier for both the V6 and I4 transmissions.

 

Thats why I have the 5 speed manual because of all these auto tranny issues>>>

And Honda makes some of the finest manuals in the world... or at least among the best I've ever driven.

 

Is it true that all major defects are resolved the second manufacturing year from the intial new generation year?
For example, the 91 Accords may have less problems than the 90 or the 95 Accords might have less defects than the 94 and so on.

 

Depends on the manufacturer and how long it takes them to acknowledge the problem, research it and then release a fix. Some defects don't show up within the first couple of years...rather 3-4 years down the road. The smaller bugs are usually worked out by the next model year or so...such as the brake rotors on the 2003 Accords. Honda has been pretty good about taking care of their problems early in the game. Ford, for instance, knows about a major defect and then lets it slide secretly hoping no one will catch it (aka, Cruise control mechanisms catching on fire in Ford F-150s. It was a $14 part) It will now cost them millions. The only time I believe Honda tried to pull a fast one was back in the mid-late 90s with that emissions ordeal. They were caught, fined, and forced to either issue a recall or an extended warranty on all emissions components on 95-97 model years. The warranty was extended to 14 years or 150k miles, and included one free tune-up between 75k and 150k miles.

 

What explains the tranny issues on the 6th generation Accords?

 

This should give you a pretty good recap:

http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/sh...ansmission+6th

As far as the warranty extension being for 4 cyl vs. 6 cyl., read it for yourself:

October 2002
Dear Accord, Odyssey and Prelude Owners:

American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for the automatic transmission on all 2000-01 Accords, Odysseys, and Preludes. The automatic transmission and torque converter are now covered for a total of 7 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the date of original sale. We are providing this warranty extension because a higher than normal number of automatic transmissions in certain vehicles may have problems due to defects in material or workmanship beyond the 3-year, 36,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty.

How do I know if there is a problem with my vehicle's automatic transmission?
If you think your vehicle has a transmission problem, refer to the operating characteristics below. Understanding these characteristics can help you decide if you need to call your Honda dealer.

These characteristics are normal; they should not require you to call your Honda dealer.

Quick downshifts. The transmission has a computerized control system called grade logic. When going down a hill, even a light touch of the brake pedal can cause grade logic to downshift to the next lower gear. Downshifting helps to slow the vehicle through engine braking.

Does not always shift through the full range of gears. This can also be caused by the grade logic system keeping the transmission in the optimum gear for different driving conditions.

Mechanical noise when selecting a forward or reverse gear. It's normal to hear a slight mechanical noise when moving the shift lever from one gear to another. This noise can sound abnormally loud if any of the windows are down and you are parked next to a wall or another vehicle.

Vehicle may not hold its position when stopped on an incline in gear (may roll backward when the brake pedal is released). This can occur on most Honda-made vehicles. It is one of the measures used to improve fuel economy.

Hard shifts before the engine warms up. By design, the transmission shifts a little harder when the engine is cold. It returns to smoother shifting when the engine warms up.

These characteristics are not normal; if you experience any of them, call your Honda dealer.

While driving, the D4 indicator on the instrument panel flashes.
An abnormally loud noise from the transmission.
Extremely slow or delayed gear engagement, upshifts, or downshifts.
Abnormal gear slippage during upshifts or downshifts.
Erratic or excessively harsh shifting.
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) leaks.

In the next few weeks, owners of potentially affected vehicles will be sent a copy of this letter along with reimbursement instructions in case they previously paid to have the transmission repaired or replaced.

It's important to maintain your vehicle's transmission according to the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual. Not maintaining the transmission properly can void the warranty coverage.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

Sincerely,

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Honda Automobile Division

 

Might want to go back and check your math and info source on that. I am pretty sure the 5th Gen starts with a 94 not 95

 

Correct....5th gen 94-97.....6th gen 98-2002....7th gen 2003-present

 

Oops, thanks for the correction.