2000 Honda Accord: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jun 10, 2014 · Seat belts · 93,000 miles · VA

The passenger side seatbelt locks prematurely at low speeds and will not retract properly. We were told by the dealer that seatbelts are not under a lifetime warranty if it is mechanical in nature. The passenger seatbelt also grinds when pulled and the dealer is being difficult to repair. The driver side seatbelt is slow to retract but appears to be working properly.

Filed Oct 24, 2012 · Body, Suspension · 203,000 miles · OH

My friend and I were driving to go buy some food during heavy traffic and I ended up hitting a pothole I was unable to avoid. After I hit the pothole my car started making a loud grinding sound whenever I turned the wheels. When I got home I checked underneath my car to see what was causing the awful sound and saw a piece of metal heavily rusted and sheared right through. I checked the other side to see if it was also rusted and broken but to my surprise there was barely any rust on it. I went onto the internet and found out that it was the sub-frame of my accord that broke and that I was one of many people this exact situation has happened to. I am extremely relieved that neither my friend or I were injured when this happened, and that it did not cause an accident during heavy traffic. The fact that honda has yet to even address this issue is truly ridiculous and the fact that they have not recalled such a major defect happening to many people is stunning.

Filed Aug 17, 2011 · Transmission · TX

2000 honda accord received transmission replacement. Consumer states two months after the replacement she is experiencing the same issue. *kb the consumer stated the gears would slip and grind upon accelerating from a stop position and while driving.

Filed May 4, 2011 · Transmission · 165,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 honda accord. While stopped at a traffic signal the contact removed pressure from the brake pedal when the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact placed the vehicle in neutral while applying pressure to the brake pedal and parked the vehicle. The contact shut the vehicle off and restarted the engine. The vehicle accelerated on its own twice. The contact could also hear a grinding sound in the transmission. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were notified and stated they could not provide assistance because the warranty had expired. The approximate failure mileage was.

Filed Nov 27, 2007 · Airbags, Brakes · KY

I bought my honda accord this september. It had a rebuilt title due to minor dents and blemishes to the outside. No major wrecks. Looked and seemed in good condition. Dealer assured me that all of his cars were insurance claims due to minor exterior wear. He didn't take any cars that had been involved in wrecks. He was an "engineer" and didn't need to screw people over for money. I had my mechanic inspect it right away because it had a 30 day return policy, no questions asked. My regular mechanic said the engine was fine but there were minor things I needed such as; new rotors, new tires, and something to do with the emergency brake. His secretary said these were all optional things to have fixed. 1 month later...the radiator goes bad and must be replaced. My regular mechanic charges me $600.00 dollars for the procedure. I compare prices and find a better price for the same radiator. Unfortunately, my regular mechanic still charges me $70.00 for his opinion. I go to the cheaper place, get a new radiator and have my rotors replaced. Since about 2 weeks after owning the car I notice that the SRS airbag light flashes on and off randomly. A $80.00 diagnostic check was performed and nothing showed up. My mechanic didn't notice it when he drove it. I still don't know if my airbags work! A month after that..transmission goes bad when in reverse. Makes a terrible grinding of metal sound and lurches when put in reverse. Probably needs a new transmission which I have no way to pay for. Luckily, it is only a problem during the cold and/or when I first start the engine. Im very worried about the safety of my car and myself! Because I've had 3 different people assure me the car is in good shape, only to find out about or have a major problem occur. I don't feel safe in my mystery car! I bought a honda after being a loyal toyota customer because I thought they had the best reputation for long lasting vehicles. I'm thinking I made a mistake. Please help lessen my worries.

Filed Apr 1, 2005 · Transmission · 52,000 miles · GA

Honda automatic transmission are failing left and right, and the new transmission honda is replacing with are as bad as the originals.*ak my 2000 honda accord automatic transmission failed at 53000 mile after many miles of making whistling, clicking, grinding noises and generally giving the impression you were about to be stranded. Honda replaced transmission under extended warranty in march of 2005 after requiring me to spend a $100 bucks to service the old one prior to diagnostics. Replacement transmission jerks and makes all kinds of noise when put in reverse and hit the gas. Local honda dealer (hughes honda in warner robins, ga) tries to link it to the some brake pad alignment non-sense in an attempt to get another $130 out of me. I told the service manager to change the pads with the agreement being the dealership would absorb the cost if the transmission noise was not fixed. Then the pads they just told me were worn out all of a sudden had tons of life left. The car with the same brake components and pads did not make the noise until after the new transmission was installed. Honda has a real problem and should be forced via recall to address any and all transmission problems or buy the car back.

Filed Aug 21, 2002 · Transmission · NC

Heard a grinding noise from the front of the car. Upon investigation at the dealership, they said it needs a new transmission. I have lost faith in the quality of honda. I am going get the new transmission put in tomorrow. I will post about that experience later (I hope it is good). However, because my warranty is going to run out in less than 3000 miles, I need an extended power train warranty from honda. If honda does not come around, I will trade this carr and never buy another honda in my life and I will never recommend it to anyone I do not consider as my enemy.

Filed Mar 9, 2001 · Brakes · RI

When appyling brakes a loud grinding noise occurred following brake pedal went to the floor ,causing extended stopping distance, cause unknown. Please give any further details.