Honda has issued a recall for 2.5 million vehicles globally, including 1.5 million in the US, for a software upgrade to the vehicles’ transmission control module. The models covered in the recall are the Accord (2005-2010 model year), CR-V (2007-2010) as well as the Element from 2005-2008, all equipped with four-cylinder engines.
The company says that if the transmission is shifted rapidly between reverse, neutral and drive, especially in an attempt to free the vehicle from being stuck in mud or snow, this can damage a secondary shaft bearing in the transmission. If damage occurs, this can lead to the engine stalling or make it difficult to engage the transmission into park.
The software fix eases the transition among the gears, and Honda says that there have been no reports of accidents resulting to physical injuries related to this problem. The other million vehicles being recalled globally are 760,000 units in China and 135,142 in Canada. No mention of the Accords and CR-Vs here being affected so far.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Many comments expressed frustration over Honda's gearbox software issues, with some owners reporting problems like the IMA light and high repair costs despite the car being under warranty. Several commenters criticized Honda’s management and the lack of timely recalls, emphasizing that the company should issue updates or recalls for safety and reliability. A few users defended Honda, suggesting that the car brand is still strong in Malaysia, and some questioned regional differences in software updates, implying possible quality disparities across markets. Overall, sentiments ranged from disappointment and criticism toward Honda’s handling of the issue to reassurance from a minority that their vehicles remain problem-free. Off-topic opinions about car pricing, brand reputation, and regional preferences were also present but less relevant to the core recall topic.