Mixed reports continued to come in on the '02 transmissions. There, but not in the US, a modified gearbox was installed. Normally, this deficient lubrication only happens after driving for sometime at high speed. This situation may occur due to a deficient lubrication inside the gearbox. The symptom was difficulty in engaging 1st or reverse. In Portugal, February 2000, owners received a letter stating Honda detected in some Honda S2000 the gearbox may malfunction. Some owners believe the grinding condition may be trigger by hotter weather, i.e., 100 degrees +. Cars after VIN VT006255 have the new parts. The early '00 cars needed a small change to the sleeve to make the synchros work a little harder. The fix reportedly worked for some but not everyone. Soon after it's intro, Honda issued Technical Service Bulletin 00-055 (Transmission/Driveline) covers Grinding When Shifting into 2nd Gear. Others report it is the smoothest shifter ever. The following are some of the reported problems and solutions as reported by Honda and by owners:Ī number of owners, especially the early years, reported either a notchy feeling or actual grinding when shifting in the lower gears since the car was introduced. Look for the code phrase 'Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager' in Honda Technical Service Bulletins to indicate the possible existence of a secret warranty.' The following is from The Center for Auto Safety (founded in 1970 by Consumers Union and Ralph Nader) : 'When its cars have defects, Honda often uses secret warranties under which only consumers who complain loudly get reimbursement. Their purpose is to provide a source of more information for dealers.

Please keep in mind Technical Service Bulletins (TSB's) are not considered a Recall. However, every car has some problems to sort out and the S2000 is no exception. Given the demands put on such a car, it's a testimony to its reliability. The majority of owners have not experienced any major problems with the Honda S2000. SOME PROBLEMS / SOLUTIONS REPORTED BY HONDA & BY OWNERS

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