I had some suspension work(outer tierod ends) and an alignment performed today and was shocked when the technician called me out to the shop so he could show me the condition of the right front subframe member; it is totally corroded yet the left front identical part is fine. This constitutes a serious safety issue given the number and functionality of the associated parts that rely on the integrity of ther subframe to function properly. The fairly obvious causal factor is the routing of the AC drain hose explaining why the left side is fine at this time. In salt states the left side components often suffer corrosion failure before the right side due to road splash from oncoming traffic. In my professional opinion (37 years as a service manager) this is both a design flaw and a serious safety issue; I believt that a recall should be issued.
2000 Honda Accord suspension complaints
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I took this honda accord dx (my2000) to the dealer for 120,000 maintenance in september 2011. They told me the front passenger side subframe rusted very badly. But the driver side subframe was normal with no rust. I thought underbody rust is normal for my car's age and did not pay much attention. But after one month, the front wheels began to make strange noise. I took it to an independent auto repair and they told me the subframe rusted through completely and began to crack. It is a safety hazard to continue to drive. They said it always happened on the passenger side on honda accord because the A/C condensation water drips down on this point. I am taking it to a dealer today to replace it. It will cost me $2000.
Recently took a 2000 accord se to honda dealer for trade in. The dealership put the car on the hoist for inspection before determining a trade in price. One of the first places that the mechanic looked was at the frame and front suspension on the passenger's side. Almost immediately it was found that over half the width of the front cross beam was wasted away, and was in danger of breaking off at any time. Both the mechanic and salesman agreed, this was a problem they had seen many times on several different years of this model. The rotting of the beam was apparently caused by condensate dripping from the air conditioner drain, which was located directly above the beam. I was told that because it had been such a problem, the drains had been moved to a different location on the next generation. The estimate to have it repaired was $1300.00. Other than that, the car was deemed to be in excellent re-sale condition.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 honda accord. The rear stabilizer link on the right hand side was defective and needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 88,000. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls for this vehicle, and advised him to call the federal safety agency hotline. The contact was aware of bulletin# 05-0201. The dealer stated that the contact was responsible for the repairs. The contact filed a complaint with honda ,and the case # was n012007-03-1601383. The current mileage was 88,175. *ak the consumer stated only one side of the stabilizer was broke, however the dealer stated both sides would need to be replaced because the old links were defective and have been redesigned. Updated 04/09/07.
I purchase a 2000 honda accord 4dr.sedan, s/e new in 2000. On april 18,2005 while having the oil/filter changed at honda west in las vegas, nv I was informed that a sway bar link was broken. It was replaced by that dealership at a cost of $103.58 to me. I saw the broken part and it appeared to have broken at the weld on that part. That was the driver side. On sept 17, 2006, I was having the oil/filter changed and was told that the "sway bar link" on the passenger side was broken, I saw that also and it appears to have broken at the weld like the one on the drivers side a year before. At this point I have contacted honda of america and they say that the recall you show on july 12, 2000, campaign id number 00v184000 does not effect my vehicle. Note I did not get the part that was replaced in las vegas, and I have appointment to have the broke part now replaced by battle creek honda probably on wednesday or thursday this week. I will get the broken part this time.
The front wheel bearing seized up and wore down the spindle. This resulted in the vehicle pulling to the left while driving. The dealership replaced the front wheel bearing and spindle, but the cause of the failure was undetermined.
Severe binding noise from front driver side strut. Auto has only 51,500 miles and dealer recommends replacing strut and upper ball joint.
Wheel bearings on front driver side replaced twice and only 64k miles on the car. Accelertor pedal has been looked at a couple of times now - but continues to stick especially first thing in the morning or after sitting for a long time in cold weather.
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
The car is still under warranty but the suspension problems happened at the exact locations at the exact part for the second time. The wishbone suspension system sway bar once failed at the plastic joint, the second time failed at the welded joint. The part is manufactured badly.
While driving ball joint went out, causing vehicle steering wheel to whine.
The front and rear brakes are starting to wear prematurely and make noise due to a new design, both rear wheel cylinders are leaking. Nlm
While driving at approximately 68 MPH on interstate with cruise control on, vehicle jerked to the right first, then a massive jerk to left. Vehicle performed a 360 degree turn, and went airborn. Vehicle ended up in median, and a police report was taken. Driver lost control for an unknown reason. Dealership didn't inform consumer of any reason that could have caused the defect. Consumer has been informed that vehicle was not included in any suspension related recall. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
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Same symptoms as in complaint #865280 in your database. Car wanders, excessive reaction to road crown, no central point for steering straight. Dealer says nothing is wrong.
Totally I am not satisfy with this honda accord/2dr/ v6. No safety defect listed.
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.
When on the road vehicle wanders. It has no neutral point. When trying to correct it, vehicle wanders to the other side. Dealer has been contacted. Also, when brakes are applied, brake pedal continues down its full travel to a mechanical "clunk". Master cylinder has been replaced, but still occurs. *ak
When driving at any rate of speed vehicle severely pulls to the right without warning. Dealer aligned t vehicle which did not correct the problem, dealer has not diagnosed the problem. Please give any further details.
When shifting to reverse, loud thump comes from under car. Upon initial startup, engine makes loud thump, motor seems to shift or move, creak or tapping noise coming from front supsension or frame of car when moving forward from complete stop, dealer could not find problem.
When the vehicle is strolling in reverse you can hear a loud clunking noise/bang and may even feel the vehicle being lifted an inch or so and drop. Nlm
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