4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,667 miles

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problem #3

Apr 142004

(reported on)

Prelude

  • 28,000 miles
Consumer complained about a transmission problem. Engine idle went up and the vehicle accelerated forward. Consumer took vehicle in for repairs. However, manufacturer would not assist in resolving the problem.

- Chicago, IL, USA

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problem #2

Mar 062003

Prelude 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 46,000 miles
1999 Honda Prelude sport shift automatic transmission failure at 46,000 miles and at a speed of 36 mph as documented by Honda! I haven't done anything wrong and neither has any other Prelude owner and Honda wants $6,000 dollars of my hard earned money! yes that's 1/4 the total cost of the car brand new! please help.

- Houston, TX, USA

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problem #1

May 012000

Prelude

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
4th gear blew twice causing dangerous situations. The transmission has a defect, nobody knows what.

- Addison, IL, USA

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