The catalytic converter on my honda accord was replaced in 2002. Now, february 2004, the honda dealer tells me that it needs to be replaced again.
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Check engine light on my dash.
The catalytic converter failed but was under some special extended warranty so I didn't have to pay a cent. But, it failed, and I am not pleased. The second problem which is my major complaint is that I am being told that I will have to replace my transmission on a car that only has 83k miles on it! Honda knows that this is a problem with 98 - 01 accord models, but only extended the warranty to 00-01 models. I believe honda should be force to do a recall! It is very dangerous to be driving in southern california I-5 with a car that doesn't shift properly. Please help all us 98-99 honda accord owners.
This is my mothers car (1998 honda accord ex-vl) which was totaled in an accident due to a sudden unintended acceleration.my wife was the first owner of the vehicle and my mother has had the car for about 2 years. She had stopped, put the car into park, got out to open a parking lot gate, got back in, stepped on the brake, and shifted the car into gear. It immediately went into a high rev and accelerated uncontrollably resulting in the car smashing into a wall about 60' away. Luckily the air bags worked and neither her or my step father were seriously hurt. Her foot was definitely on the brake pedal as there is a lockout mechanism that prevents the car from being taken out of park if the brake pedal is not pushed. This may or may not be related, but she was having difficulty getting the handle to move. The problem with it not moving had occurred previously, usually on a slight incline, but the honda dealer looked at it and told her nothing was wrong. My mother is a retired bus driver with a perfect driving record, no accidents, and only uses one foot to control the vehicle.
The problem with my 1998 honda accord has been the check engine light. The light came on several times early on. Honda said that I either left the key in the ignition while refueling of didn't properly tighten the gas cap. The light came on at approximately 95,000 miles. The honda dealer in gainesville, fl said the catalytic converter was bad. They quoted $800 for the part and about $300 for labor. I personally feel that the sensors are bad, rather than the converter. The car runs fine and the gas mileage is still good. Honda said tha earlier models with similiar problems had the emission control warranty extended to 120,000 miles, but not on the 1998. I always drive my cars at least 200,000 miles and have never experienced such a failure. Thanks for your assistance.
Upon slowing down with brakes on, engine starts to buck and wants to quit, also happens when starting from a stop position. Does not happen all the time but has caused a few situations whereby a collison almost occurred. Dealer advised, checked out by dealer,stated nothing found would not go any further. Note-above dates approx., have dealer invoice if needed.
The engine completely blew out one day. I was on the way to work and there was an explosion under my hood. Honda put in a re-built engine and I have had nothing but problems since then. A few months later...the paint gradually started to fade away on the roof. It has only gotten worse and will get much worse. It is a 1998 honda!! This stuff shouldn't be happening!
Catalytic converter has a premature life span according to a number of mechanics that I have talked to. The "check engine" light came on around 80,000 miles, and the mechanic said the computer sensed a failure in the catalytic converter. We had the honda extended warranty but they stated that it did not cover the catalytic converter
I own a 1998 honda accord. The check engine light is always on. I have tried the gas cap trick but it no longer works. There is an entire website of people having the same problem. Let me know if you want the address.
1998 honda accord ex 4-cylinder, manual transmission: check engine light appeared at 71,000 miles; although resolved through replacement of the catalytic converter "under warranty", such early failure should be documented by the federal safety agency as subsequent failures are likely. Suspect is faulty/sub-standard catalytic converter used by honda.uggestion: query manufacturer on in/out of warrenty failures on catalytic converters for honda accord, model years 1998 - 2002. Ak
Consistant problem with the "check engine light" in my 1998 honda accord. Have been to three different dealers, and all three have a different diagnosis (all over $500). I went to an independent mechanic, and he told me that he couldn't find anything wrong with it, and that I should just ignore the light. But now my car won't pass new jersey inspection with the check engine light on. I have found hundreds of accord owners with similar problems on the internet (http://www.cartrackers.com/forums/live/honda/33.html) and I now realize this is a huge problem that honda won't acknowledge.
The vehicle check engine light illuminated three times in the last two months. A code (p0401) pointed to an egr problem but when the technician cleaned the egr ports the light illuminated again within hours. *mr *cb
98 honda accord with a check engine light caused by a clogged egr valve: I've had multiple occurrences. This is a well known design problem for honda for 10+ years.
The check engine light constantly illuminated since the vehicle was purchased. The first service dealer advised that there was a defect with the light. A different service dealer advised that there was a manufacturer's defect with the "catalyst" that could cause vehicle to stall without warning. *nlm
At 87,200 miles my car's check engine light came on, the dealership informed me the diagnostic exam ($83.00) showed a failure in my catalytic converter, it would cost $891 (no labor). The serviceman said that this "might" solve the problem.
At approximately 87,500 miles, the check engine light came on in my 1998 honda accord ex sedan. Computer diagnosis of the trouble code read "catalyst deterioration." I had the catalytic converter replaced, and the light came back on three weeks later. This time, the trouble code said that there was a bad primary oxygen sensor. This too, was replaced, and I am hoping that the light stays off.
The check engine light went on at 92000 miles. I had the vehicle's computer codes evaluated by a shop and they indicated the post oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter needed to be replaced.
While driving the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealership has serviced the vehicle 6 times but cannot locate the cause of the problem.
The check engine light went on at about 82000 miles for my 1998 honda accord lx, 4 cylinder. After replacing spark plug wires, spark plugs and air filter, the light went off for about a week. The check engine light illuminated again. The computer code says that there's a problem with the catalytic converter. However, others on the following forum had their catalytic replaced, and the light resumed after some period of time: there are so many complaints on this forum of the same problem, there should be no doubt that this is an issue which honda has failed to address. This problem will probably severely reduce the resale value of the car, or stop me from selling it completely.
My 1998 honda accord "check engine light" has been on for over a year. There are scores of other accord owners that I have found on the internet with the same problem. Honda should do something to fix this. It can be distracting driving at night with this light on.
This car hasn't been a major problem but this is the second time I am dealing with this egr valve on this honda. First, one year ago my check engine light came on and the car was cutting off when it came to a stop or was idling and the honda dealer said that there was a warranty repair on the car. They replace the egr valve and said everything was fine. 7 months later my check engine light is back on but the car's performance had not changed. However, I took my car to get an emissions test and my car failed emissions with the trouble code reporting egr insufficient flow. I took it to the honda dealer and they are telling me that because my car has 97,000 miles on it that they cannot help with this repair. Also the egr cleaning kit is on backorder for 2 weeks, which tells me that there are other hondas all over the country that are having this problem. I also have an extended warranty with smart choice and they are saying that they cannot cover emissions systems under their warranty. The repair and diagnostic fee is going to cost me over $300. Honda knows that this is a major problem and I feel like they should be helping me with this issue. This car will continue to fail emissions if this egr situation is not resolved. I will more than likey sell this car this year once this emissions situation is over.
The engine light illuminated and stayed on the entire time the vehicle was being driven.
Check engine light remains on in the vehicle, although perform was great. State requirements for motor vehicle registration recently changed. Catalytic converter failure, 02 sensor (both) failure, problem persists. Check engine light remains on. As of today, no help from honda, although many attempts have been made. Problem began a few months after car purchase. While under warranty technicians reiterated there was no problem and reset light many times. Now this is a big problem; every year faced with same issue. Not mention vehicle does not perform at optimum performance level. Vehicle loses gas.
The vehicle shut off. Dealer notified. Ph
When driving at highway speeds, consumer states once you slow down to exit the vehicle will stall out. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information. Ts
The check engine light keeps illuminating. On consumers 6th visit to the dealer, consumer was informed that the catalytic convertor needed replacing.
The consumer stated that while driving at any speed and no warning, the vehicle will stall and will become difficult for the consumer to control the vehicle. The dealer has been notified. Ts the stalling is continuous. The consumer requests that the problem, as well as other problem(s) be repaired at no charge. Scc
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Consumer states that the engine will stall out at any speed with out any warning, due to the defect with the ignition. Contacted dealer and the dealer stated that the vehicle is not included in the recall. Mr
I provided you the dealer info. Where I purchased the car. Now my car is at 'mckean honda' : 5033 liberty ave. Pittsburgh, pa 15224, (412)683-3800. Radiator suddely blew up after a 10min. Of driving. A mechanic at the dealer says that the engine's got overheated first and then possibly the cylinder head damaged leading to a mixture of engine oil and anti-freeze. No warning light was on at the time of incident. They haven't dissasembled the engine yet but I asked them to do it to find out the actual damage. Honda says it can happen when it's overheated but don't explain why it's overheated. I followed all maint. Schedule and got my car inspected(including oil change) just 2 months ago(july 10 2002) at that dealer. I can't understand how an engine with 37k mileage can fail this easily. They're talking about a possilbilty of a crack on the engine block. The $4k estimation is true when the whole engine needs to be replaced which is the worst case. It can be very dangerous if I was driving on a highway. The radiator exploded with lots of smoke with 4in long split on the top. Fortunately I was at a stop light on a way back home after picking up my wife and kid. The car was immediately towed. I can't believe if any vehicle engine can fail this easy. The 3 year long warranty's been expired and I didn't get any extended warranty. Is the only thing I can do is repenting not having one? Nlm
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