2012 Fit AT - Transmission leak with pictures
#1
2012 Fit AT - Transmission leak with pictures
Hoping someone out there has had this issue so I know what I may be in for. Otherwise I'll keep the thread updated with what happens so other people can know how it all turns out.
Starting in late April, the transmission developed a leak, and I would see about 1 spot appear on the garage floor per day. After about 30 days, I called the local Honda dealer, dropped it off for the day, and was told the problem was a loose bolt, which they tightened or replaced. They told me to call back if the leak persisted. Here is what I saw today.
1,542 miles. Garaged every day.
Starting in late April, the transmission developed a leak, and I would see about 1 spot appear on the garage floor per day. After about 30 days, I called the local Honda dealer, dropped it off for the day, and was told the problem was a loose bolt, which they tightened or replaced. They told me to call back if the leak persisted. Here is what I saw today.
1,542 miles. Garaged every day.
#2
Keep taking it back and take pictures and keep the paper work. Lemon law will eventually take over. Minnesota Lemon Law | Minnesota Lemon Law Statutes | Minnesota Lemon Law Attorneys | YourLemonLawRights
#3
I would take it back in asap and have them check it out.It could be a seal but they should be able to track it down.
I will check my transmission today for any signs of a leak.I have 8K on my 2012 A/T sport with no issues.
keep us updated and I hope the dealer takes care of you.
I will check my transmission today for any signs of a leak.I have 8K on my 2012 A/T sport with no issues.
keep us updated and I hope the dealer takes care of you.
#8
Just got the car back from the Honda dealer. The leak seems to be caused by a hairline crack in the transmission case. The transmission will have to be replaced. This will be covered by the warranty, of course.
The swap will probably happen next week.
The swap will probably happen next week.
#10
I won't be getting a loaner. I can still drive it around until they get all the parts, and the mechanic said he can do it in one day. Seems a tad ambitious to me.
#11
no way bro. they should give him a crz to own because of all this fuss and trouble he went through.
#12
I would ask for a loaner even though its a day job. For something this big I would demand one for your inconvenience.
#13
I'd ask for a loaner so that the Tech doesn't get pressured, trying to do it in a day!
As they say, STUFF HAPPENS.
As they say, STUFF HAPPENS.
#14
I agree, Honda is easier than most to repair but I am not sure they have transmissions stocked here. With all the flooding in Japan it looks like they will be shut down again. They might try to reseal the crack instead and that would take a day.
#16
Get a loaner and I know how you feel. My wife's Honda had the rack n pinion go out and got horrible mpg. Honda quality control needs improving if they are going stay in business. They do make good cars in general and I am happy with my car so 1 out of 5 in the last 10 years is still a good average.
#18
Well they got the job done in about 5 and a half hours. The cars works fine. When it cools down I am going to go have a look at the new transmission. It occurred to me that I never asked them if it would be new or re-manufactured.