Consumer was driving at 30 MPH when the right front passenger wheel came off. Vehicle was towed, and it was determined that the lower ball joints separated, and the axle cracked. Manufacturer stated that this vehicle was not included in the ball joint the federal safety agency recall 99v069000. *ak....as aresult, of broken lower ball joint right front wheel detached and was lodged undeneath the body of the vehicle. The front end was on the ground, and fluid was leaking all over the road. Consumer called aaa and vehicle was towed t a local mechanic, who identified the problem as a broken right side lower ball joint. However, it was obvious to the mechanic that this was not a typical problen, and was not the result of naural wear. There was a technical servic ebulletin which applied to this vehicle. Mechanic replaced lower ball joint and cracked axle. In addition, had the ball joint on the other side replaced, even though it seemed to be tight, as a precaution so that this would not happen again.
1997 Honda Accord suspension complaints
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When the brakes were applied, the vehicle vibrated severely. The dealer stated it was normal. *jb the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and they told her the problem was the rotors, however after the rotors were replaced the problem continued. The dealer stated the vibration was normal and to just get a alignment. *jb
Squeaking noise when going over bumps during cold weather. Replaced sway bar bushings but problem has not gone away. Have found out after talking to honda technician that the struts in the front and rear struts are worn. This is a known issue according to technician from honda. Very annoying problem that honda knows about and will not fix.
The front lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *jb *ts
There is a recall for a 97 honda accord that matches the problem with my vehicle. I contacted honda motor company and they gave me the run around and said that my VIN does not match any recalls for this problem. I also wanted to know the build date of my vehicle, you would think they would know that since they built it, no information was given, they don't know. The federal safety agency campaign id #99v069000.
The consumers vehicle experienced the same failure as the vehicles that were recalled by the manufacturer. The consumer was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle VIN number was not included in the recall. The vehicle has experienced a "popping sound" especially when turning a corner from the front end. The owner was told by a mechanic that the struts were failing.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the ABS system on her vehicle which it has already been replaced once and now she is expiriencing the same problem dealer was contacted and has stated that the problem was already replaced therefore they won't work on the vehicle again. Ts
While driving front end becomes erratic with movement from left to right, also, vibrates in the front end of vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer stated stated that problem were hankook tires. Please provide any further information.
Vehicle would pull to the right while driving. Vehicle been to dealer on four occasions, and problem reoccurring. *ak dealer performed alignment and consumer even tried different tires, however problem still exist.
I purchased the vehicle in june 2000. As certified vehicle from dealership,, certified for safety inspections 150 point? I noticed when test driving vehicle. Front of vehicle had severe vibration, I noticed that the tires were low on air pressure. Problem continued, I contacted the dealership numerous time to resolve the matter. At the time of sale the inspection was to be final. I later found out the inspection was never completed properly, ther are two active titles currently on vehicle, ohio and california california is now salvaged title as of 2/04/2001. Contacted dealership numerous time regarding the findings on the bumper cover that had medical tape holding the side secure fastners together. And bumper cover out of allignment. Radiator support had been buckled and not repaired correctly, primer on the inside of right front hood, head l ight assembly unit not complete and out of allignment, uneven tire wear, no owners manual, tires switched at time allignment was performed by dealership, dealership rented vehicle for 10 days., dealership represented preferred body shop american autobody and paint as boar official that was misrepresentation, contacted american honda as well as honda care regarding this vehicle and dealership? I asked the dealership what the certification applied to? It was to be warrantied just like a new vehicle..vehicle warranty docs were incomplete and not voluntarily submitted? Dealership employee pushed husband against wall? No owners manual? Michellon warranty came with vehicle docs. But at time of allignment federal tires were replaced without warranty? I was told the new tires were magical? I totalled the vehicle and later found on ccc report from the insurance company, that vehicle had previous damage done.. And all the above problem pertaining to previous damage?
When depressing brakes consumer noticed a clicking noise. Technician stated that ball joints needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.
As soon as vehicle's speed is over 60 MPH, it shakes very badly. Steering wheel and front end shake.
Consumer took vehicle in for recall (99v‑069) of the lower ball joint repair, eight months later cumsumer recieved reminder card stating repair had not been performed yet. Nlm
Vehicle experiencing problem with wandering to the left while traveling at highway speed of 50 or more MPH. Probelm was corrected by dealership. *ak
Vehicle was manufactured 5/97. The federal safety agency campaign id 99v069000 recalled similar model for defective ball joints, for units manufactured from 7/97 to 8/97. I believe my model, manufactured 5/97, has same problem. Car makes "groaning" noise when wheel is turned at startup, and around curves. Fear unsafe condition could lead to accident. Please immediately extend recall #99v069000 to cover honda accord 1997 models manufactured in months prior to july 1997!!! I asked dealer to check ball joints during routine maintenance, was told that my model was not affected by recall.
Rear suspension problems, replacement did not rectify failure.
Vehicle pulls to the right. Dealer has been unable to fix this continuous problem, cause is unknown.
While driving at 55 MPH, esperiencing wind noise, wind noise is so loud and annoying.
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