lone ranger
03-12-2009, 12:12 PM
I know this info is about a CVT Honda hybrid but I am wondering since our vehicles also use a CVT, has anyone heard or experienced the same with high mileage vehicles?
"107k miles on a 06 Honda Civic Hybrid, pending total CVT failure (not the simple start clutch issue that is common with this trans)... I noticed a few symptoms a month or two ago (slow to engage in forward/reverse and "surging" when you leave a light or tollbooth) I thought it was the extreme cold weather we'd been having and it was due for a service, so I waited.. When it warmed up and a fluid change (scheduled) did't improve the problem." From another forum.
Considering the cost of replacing the CVT after the normal warranty expires would it be a good idea to purchase an extended warranty in case this is a common high mileage problem?
"107k miles on a 06 Honda Civic Hybrid, pending total CVT failure (not the simple start clutch issue that is common with this trans)... I noticed a few symptoms a month or two ago (slow to engage in forward/reverse and "surging" when you leave a light or tollbooth) I thought it was the extreme cold weather we'd been having and it was due for a service, so I waited.. When it warmed up and a fluid change (scheduled) did't improve the problem." From another forum.
Considering the cost of replacing the CVT after the normal warranty expires would it be a good idea to purchase an extended warranty in case this is a common high mileage problem?