Honda/Toyota vs Domestic Transmission Mileage & Claims

**Honda** transmission buyers median **170,000 mi** with **8.9%** matched claims; **Toyota** **171,000 mi** at **5.3%**. **Chevrolet** **156,000 mi** at **12%**; **Ford** **153,000 mi** at **14.2%**. Imports often run **higher odometer** before purchase with **lower matched claim rates** in this export.

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- **Median purchase mileage** and claim patterns across compared cohorts - **Named model examples** with sales volume and mileage bands - Why some applications cluster **earlier or later** in miles - **Reman vs used** or make-comparison context where relevant - What to prepare **before ordering** and document after install ## What Mileage and Claim Rates Show by Make?

| Make | Median purchase mi | Matched claim rate (approx.) | |------|-------------------:|-----------------------------:| | **Honda** | **170,000 mi** | **8.9%** | | **Toyota** | **171,000 mi** | **5.3%** | | **Chevrolet** | **156,000 mi** | **12%** | | **Ford** | **153,000 mi** | **14.2%** |

| Factor | Import pattern | Domestic pattern | |--------|----------------|------------------| | Purchase mileage | **170k+** medians | **153k–156k** | | Claim rate | **5–9%** | **12–14%** | | Volume | Lower trans SKU volume | Higher F-150 · Silverado volume |

| Step | Action | |------|--------| | 1 | Confirm **transmission application** matches **VIN and build codes** | | 2 | Record **odometer photo** for warranty activation | | 3 | Plan **fluid, filter, and cooler line** service with install | | 4 | Verify whether **TCM relearn / reflash** is required for your build | | 5 | Activate coverage within the required window — activation timing: /blog/reman-transmission-activation-windows-warranty-timing | | 6 | Retain **install invoice** and shop details |

Compare expectations: used vs reman before purchase: /blog/used-vs-reman-expectations-before-purchase

Many transmission warranty reviews involve the **first 500 miles** after install — often fluid, cooler flow, seals, or programming — regardless of pre-replacement mileage.

Before any unit is removed under warranty:

• Odometer photos at delivery and at symptom onset
• Scan tool report (stored and pending codes)
• Fluid type, level, and condition notes
• Install invoice with date and shop name
• Photos of leaks **before** cleanup

Full checklist: required documents for a warranty claim: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim · drivetrain claims in the first 500 miles: /blog/drivetrain-claims-first-500-miles-after-install

> Before any unit is removed or replaced, document the symptom, save scan results or inspection notes, and contact support with the installation details so the issue can be reviewed accurately.

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• Warranty policy and Expedia Protection: /warranty
• Warranty activation — 14-day rule: /blog/warranty-activation-14-day-rule
• Documents required for a warranty claim: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim
• Reman transmission won’t shift after install: /blog/reman-transmission-wont-shift-after-install
• When your transmission needs a reflash: /blog/when-transmission-needs-reflash
• Engine won’t start after install: /blog/engine-wont-start-after-install