Subframe rust-out of front engine cradle back beam on right (passenger) side, both behind and in front of the lower control arm. Large hole in frame was noted during other repair work and matches numerous complaints and pictures of similar problems that can be found online. Dealer says there is no recall or other corrective action from honda.
2000 Honda Accord: ball joint or control arm failure
9 of the 1,183 complaints about the 2000 Honda Accord describe ball joint or control arm failure.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Ball joint or control arm failure by model year
What owners say
Took vehicle to mechanic to inspect wheel noise. Inspection resulted in replacement of ball joint. Inspection also revealed 80-85% rust-out of subframe on passenger side. No other undercarriage rust is evident and the vehicle is otherwise in excellent condition. This is the same area of the subframe which has been reported as a 'defect' due to factory placement of the A/C drain hose. This is a dangerous condition waiting to happen.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 honda accord. While parked he noticed that the driver-side rear wheel was misaligned with the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility. The technician stated that the left upper control arm lower had fractured. The manufacturer stated his VIN was not included in recall 00v184000 suspension: front: control arm: lower arm because his vehicle was manufactured in japan. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired at an expense of $2500.00 . The failure and current mileages were 104,000. Updated 01/08/10 *bf updated 01/12/10.
2000 honda. Catastrophic failure of front left ball joint. (see prior recall of hondas 1998-1999 for this, also.) left urn into a driveway, from virtual standstill. Left front ball-joint/knuckle failed, suspension collapse, tearing away of undercarriage, wheel collapse.
Severe binding noise from front driver side strut. Auto has only 51,500 miles and dealer recommends replacing strut and upper ball joint.
While driving the lower front of the vehicle fell to the ground and the wheels graved in. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealership who indicated that the lower ball joints had broken off. Consumer had part replaced,and several months later another ball joint broke off. Consumer seems to think this vehicle has a defect in the ball joints. Ph
While driving ball joint went out, causing vehicle steering wheel to whine.
Vehicle was purchased in september 2000, recall 00v184 000 for lower control arm failure was issued. Owner notification was issued in july of 2000.
Consumer received recall 00v184000/ suspension: lower control arm approximately 2 weeks ago. Consumer contacted dealer. But, dealer stated that parts were on backorder, and had no knowledge of recall.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear suspension lower arms and/or control arms could break due to improper welding.
- Risk
- Vehicle handling and control would be reduced.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension lower arms or control arms if necessary.
Recall number 00V184000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Honda Accord ball joint
Is ball joint or control arm failure a common problem on the 2000 Honda Accord?
9 of 1,183 owner complaints about the 2000 Honda Accord (1%) mention ball joint or control arm failure. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Honda Accord?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2000 Honda Accord
Airbag light 359Transmission failure 62Check engine light 44Jerking 40No deployment 38Slipping 30Seat belt 28Stalling 27Harsh shifting 19Sudden acceleration 15Headlights 14Hesitation 12Brake failure 9Loss of power 9Won't shift 9Won't start 9Grinding brakes 8Pulling 8Adaptive cruise 6Engine failure 5Misfire 5Tire blowout 5Water leak 5
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