Faults:

Very frustrated, my Acura 3.2TLS is about to have it's fourth transmission installed tomorrow! I have 63,400 KM.

Distance covered from its 3rd transmission to 4th transmission is only 1,500 KM! How does one ensure that they will continue to honor replacements, as I know I will need another, and then another, and then another transmission! Help me if you can!

General Comments:

Everything else about the vehicle I love!

Faults:

I just got a call from the Acura dealer saying the P0740 code came up in on my car's computer. I bought this car used from the same dealer less than 16 months ago and have driven less than 16k miles. I was not aware of the transmission problems at the time and am wondering what recourse I have. They obviously knew of the recall and supposedly checked this car during the recall. The car is experiencing all of the problems (not switching gears, stalling, etc) that other buyers have seen. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

General Comments:

Until now this was a great car. I just had the 60,000 mile tune-up (at 56,000 miles) I am very concerned with the P0740 code.

Faults:

Sept 2004; 19,400mi.; Warranty: Recall for automatic transmission, excessive heat on 2nd gear, inspect and install oil jet.

OEM tires were not very good for several reasons, so those were replaced at 40,000mi.

Feb 2006; 44,100mi.; Warranty: VSA and lights activate when turning right, right front wheel sensor replaced.

Mar 2006; 44,600mi.; Warranty: CD's sticking in changer, replaced in-dash CD unit.

General Comments:

My first new car purchase since 1982. Handles well, gets good gas mileage with good performance, reliable and comfortable.

I now have 70,800mi. on the car and it still feels tight and new. It's quiet inside and looks good outside.

Overall an 8.5 out of 10.

General Comments:

I'm glad I'm reading all this feedback on the vehicle. I bought mine at Carmax over the weekend. With all this feedback, I'm thinking that I'll return the vehicle within the 5 day return window that they offer. Its such a shame because the vehicle rides like a charm. I don't want to just pick up the extended service plan, because you never know where you will be when the tranny fails. Its potentially dangerous! I called an Acura dealer today to perform a buyers inspection. I asked the service guy about the tranny problem. I told him that it had 50K on it. He said that he usually finds that they fail before 50K! He offered that Acura will fix them for free up to 101000 miles. Small consolation, though!

Faults:

My transmission failed after only 4 weeks I purchase the car. My car's vin no. is not on the recall list so I'm on my own. Getting a remanufactured transmission. Will get rid of the car soon.

General Comments:

The car is fast, but expect the transmission to fail.

Faults:

Transmission defect imposes a severe safety hazard to Acura drivers and passengers.

General Comments:

The intention of this review is to advise current and prospective owners of Acura automobiles that are subject to defective transmissions.

After 5 replacement transmissions, I finally reached a settlement with Acura, after having to retain a skilled attorney. It is too grievous to mention the time, energy and frustration resulting from American Honda's ability to make good on the repairs. Being nice, such as trying to work with the dealerships, better business bureau, mediation, Acura client service, etc. does not work.

I recommend anyone experiencing any issue with transmission to obtain an attorney right away.