The problem
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 accord, 2007-2010 cr-v, and 2005-2008 element passenger cars manufactured from July 1, 2004, through September 3, 2010. The outer race of the secondary shaft bearing May be broken during certain driving styles. A broken outer race May cause abnormal noise, the malfunction indicator light to turn on, and allow contact between the transmission idle gear and an electronic sensor housing within the transmission.
The risk
This could result in a short circuit causing the engine to stall. Additionally, broken pieces of the outer race or ball bearing from the secondary shaft May become lodged in the parking pawl resulting in the vehicle rolling after the driver has placed the gear selector in the park position. Engine stall and unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash or personal injury to persons within the path of a rolling vehicle.
The fix
Honda will notify owners and dealers will update the automatic transmission control module software free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2011. Owners May contact Honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-395 (11V395000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R89 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm) |
| Report date | August 4, 2011 |
| Owners notified | August 27, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,512,107 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
- 2005 Honda Accord transmission problems 113
- 2006 Honda Accord transmission problems 50
- 2007 Honda Accord transmission problems 58
- 2008 Honda Accord transmission problems 70
- 2009 Honda Accord transmission problems 36
- 2010 Honda Accord transmission problems 45
- 2007 Honda CR-V transmission problems 36
- 2008 Honda CR-V transmission problems 37
- 2009 Honda CR-V transmission problems 11
- 2010 Honda CR-V transmission problems 30
- 2005 Honda Element transmission problems 9
- 2006 Honda Element transmission problems 5
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-395 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners and dealers will update the automatic transmission control module software free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2011. Owners May contact Honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,512,107 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.