Large amount of engine oil found in anti-freeze resevoir tank. Garage said it was a blown head gasket. Car only has 56,000 miles on it. Garage said they've never seen a head gasket blow with such low mileage.
1999 Honda Accord engine complaints
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Broken engine mounts.
Dt*: the contact stated the horn worked intermittently and was hard to press in certain spots. The dealership re-fitted the horn wires and determined the horn was operating to factory specifications. The repairs did not repair the problem. The accelerator would always stick in the morning. The door locks worked intermittently. The right front window would squeak when going up. The valve cover gasket was replaced. Updated 05/16/06.
Dt: the contact stated the check engine light came on. He took the vehicle to a mechanic,. They put the vehicle on a machine that indicated the catalytic converter broke . The repairs were made to the vehicle under warranty. The indicator light came back on after the first repair. The manufacture was contacted, and stated the vehicle was no longer under warranty. No further repairs have been made.
The oxygen sensor has been replaced on the 1999 honda accord. *ts the oxygen sensor has been replaced every two years since 2001. The tires have been replaced twice since the car was purchased new in 1999. The tires have dry rot and cracked on the sidewall. The tire have been rotated frequently and the tread is very good but the tires need to be replaced before they reach their mileage warranty (michelin tires).
On sunday, august 7, 2005, my check engine light came on. I referred to the owner's manual and followed the instructions as written. That did not resolve the problem so I took my car to a local honda repair shop for a diagnostic test. They indicated that the catalytic converter failed and they quoted me $1100 to complete the repairs. I do not have this kind of money laying around. I also noticed that there are 8 complaints on this website regarding this same issue with the catalytic converter. How many complaints does it take before a recall is issued? Not only will I have to continue driving with this problem because I can't afford to fix it, but I will be polluting the environment at the same time. I guess I need to file a complaint with the epa as well. Please do something to address this problem as soon as possible.
Dt: contact states: the crank pulley separated from the crank. She has a 1999 honda accord. The dealer fixed it, but they didn't seem to think it was serious . Contact felt it was serious. Crank pulley broke while consumer was pulling into garage.
Dt: the bolt backed out of the pulley in the engine, resulting in ruined pulley/ bent the crank shaft/loss of power steering/ defective alternator, and air conditioning (A/C) failure. Dealership was surpride. Consumer, had to pay out of pocket for the new pulley.
Vehicle is experiencing a problem with the egr valve which is clogged. The check engine light continues to keep flashing off/on since last summer. Dealer informed the owner that the egr valve needed to be changed. However, the vehicle was out of warranty. This problem has not been recalled, however, a product update has been imposed. This is directed to those vehicle which came with an 80,000 miles and 8 year warranty. This vehicle is less than 6 years old, but has 95,000 miles. *ak *sb
1999 honda accord's crankshaft was broken. *mr the lower pulley "in hand" had come off of the end of the crankshaft. *sc
The consumer stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer was unable to locate a problem.
Large amounts of engine oil were observed in the coolant reservoir. At the same time decrease of the engine oil was noted on the oil indicator stick. Slight decrease in acceleration was also seen. The car has been maintained very well.
1999 honda accord has problems stalling.*mr
P0420 code - check engine light is on - catalyst efficiency below threshold - bank 1 nly 6 years old and 95,000 miles. From what I have read on many sites, this is a systematic problem with this model car and people can't afford $1100 to get the catalytic converter replaced and therfore continue to drive the car with the check engine light on, while polluting the environment and possibly overlooking other failures that may be more safety critical because of the light always being on.
The vehicle stalled inadvertently while driving on the highway. The owner has taken the vehicle to the dealer on several occasions for this defect. Provide further details.
The vehicles automatic transmission would slip between first and second gear. *nm the interior lights were intermittent, the alternator was found faulty and made noises, and there was moaning coming from the engine area at times. The consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
Honda accord 1999, engine check light indicates catalytic converter failure, which is an expensive repair caused by a design flaw whereby lean fuel mixtures produce low emmissions, but also burn up the catalyst bed. The failure is systemic and happens between 80,000 and 130,000 miles. Many families cannot afford the repair and since it is not critical, it will be left unattended, which leads to environmental deterioration and the immediate risk of driving with the warning light already illuminated.
02 v 120 000/ignition switch: after having the recall repairs done by the dealer approximately 1 year ago, the vehicle been having an on going / intermittent problems with engine stalling. The vehicle has been to the dealer on several occasions and they were unable to duplicate or resolve the issue. Please provide any further information.
This is a follow-up to a previous complaint - 10020962 from last year. Low and behold, 4 months after my brake rotors were turned and repaired, the brakes started to warp again. The honda dealership would not re-repair them - they indicated that the aftermarket brake pads on the front were causing the problem (the brake pads were fine). I took my car to another facility - one that fixes and maintains race cars - they indicated that auto makers are using lighter (and less durable) parts to enhance mpg ratings - which is more likely the cause of this problem with my honda accord, as well as with other types of vehicles. The good news was that while my car was in, I was able to get the recall on the ignition switch fixed, and at the same time, they indicated that my car needs a new catalytic converter - I believe this is the same issue many honda owners are facing - "check engine" light comes on about 3-4 months into each new gas cap. I've had 4 for this vehicle (and have not lost any). I've never replaced a gas cap in my life before, just as I have never had brake rotor problems before. The only good thing I could say was that they did not charge me the diagnostic fee - given the problems I've had, I would hope not. I ended up having the o2 filter / sensor (whatever it is) replaced at another facility - which took care of a drop in mileage issue I was experiencing. The bad news for honda is that I am probably going back to toyota - I would love to have another honda if the dealership would stand behind their vehicles or make me an offer I can't refuse (with a decent trade in on this vehicle)...I'm in the market for a 2004-2005 small to med SUV...I loved some aspects of my accord, but need a new, larger vehicle to haul my daughter back and forth to college. Ps: since I know the rotors won't last, I'm not repairing them anymore. This is obviously a faulty design for this model.
Transmission slippage. Dealer replaced under warranty with remanufactured transmission.
While driving 25 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted vehicle and pull over. Then, drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic informed consumer that this vehicle was not included in the recall because vehicle was imported from canada.
1999 honda accord - engine light comes on. Dealer says need to replace catalytic converter for $1100. Think this is a rip off. Believe it happens to many people.
While driving vehicle lurched forward, and stalled three times. Engine check warning indicator light illuminated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer three times. Starter was replaced, and the dealer performed a valve job. Also, dealer recommended replacing the automatic transmission with a rebuilt transmission.
When braking vehicle trembled and stalled while coming to a complete stop. Vehicle restarted after stalling. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who did a diagnostic test and found no problems.
While driving at 30/40 MPH, the bolt for the main pulley came off the vehicle, which resulted in the belt becoming loose. *ak
Automatic switch was disconnected after ignition repairs, which LED to inability to turn on heater and air conditioner. *la
Check engine light (code p0427) on a honda accord 1999 ex 4cyl, 4 dr.
Engine check light kept coming on. Consumer took vehicle to dealership. But, dealership was unable to resolve the problem.
While driving down the freeway going about 40mph the accelorator stuck and continued to accel at uncontrolable speeds. The brake would not stop the car and I had to put it in neutral and slam on the gas pedal to release it. I have since taken the car to mel rapton honda and spoke to the service manager who claims that he has never heard of this happening. It has not done it since. I had a mechanic check the accelerator cables as well as the cruise control cables and there were no apparent problems.
My crank shaft pulley bolt broke off damaging my whole engine. Honda estimates it will be approx. 5900.00 to fix. This is ridiculous since my car is practically new (1999) and I get all my servicing at the dealership!
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