Check engine light came on sporadically and then there was a slight gas smell. Mechanic discovered a small hole at the top of the gas tank. He stated he had never seen a gas tank rust from the top before. This car is only 8 years old and had been rustproofed from the factory. The gas tank had to be replaced at a cost of $1,200.00.
2001 Honda Accord fuel system complaints
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While starting the vehicle, the accelerator pedal became stuck. The consumer called the dealership and the person who answered, indicated to the consumer that they already knew what it was , a carbon buildup in the gas line that froze the line. Consumer was charged $120.00 to fix it. *ak the gas pedal sticks causing the vehicle to lurch forward. *tc
My 2001 accord has had a problem with the accelerator sticking since it was new. While it hasn't yet stuck open it does stick everday. It seems worse when it is first cranked in the morning, however, letting it warm up has not effect. This is especially dangerous in parking garages and lots. I have had this auto to apple tree honda on at least six occasions and they tell me they can't duplicate the problem. I have left it overnight for them to service the next day and they insist it doesn't do this with them. I have complained to them on at least 6 occasions and paid for three fuel injection cleanings. The accelerator still sticks. I understand from doing internet research that this is a common problem with my year automobile, yet honda obviously doesn't want to address the issue. In addition, my transmission is getting worse day by day. It now doesn't engage properly especially after driving, stopping and taking off again on a grade. While this car has a grade logic sensor the sensor apparently doesn't do it's job because I live in the mountains and it never engages. Apple tree also tells me that they just can't seem to duplicate any transmission problem. I am aware that there is an extended warranty due to a recall but apple tree has never mentioned any repair to me. In addition, from internet research, when you take your accord for this warranty repair they use a "used" transmission under the excuse that it will take to long to get a new one. I have written a detailed letter to american honda to see if they will assist me, other than another trip to apple tree, whose service is substandard and has been for years. When I owned my first accord I drove over an hour for service to another state because apple tree actually damaged by car during service, left me sitting three hours durning a 10 minute oil change because they couldn't "forgot" I was waiting, etc. This is my second accord but definitely my last unless honda deals with the issues.
The gas pedal sticks randomly, causing unwanted rapid acceleration. Happens anytime, anywhere without warning. I have come very close to hitting many cars in parking lots and while driving in stop-and-go traffic. I first noticed it a couple months after I purchased the car, but the dealer service rep told me it would go away in time. A year later, I was still having the same problem. I had moved by then so I contacted a different dealer, weir canyon honda in anaheim hills, and I had to fight with the guy at service to repair it under warranty. After getting the receipt, I noticed that they had only completed one of three procedures that they explained to me and tried to charge me for. As I drove out of the service center, it got stuck again and I almost hit one of their new cars (if I had, maybe they would believe me). I put up with it for a couple more months and finally took it back again. They told me there would be a charge, although their service is under warranty for 12 months or 12000 miles. I explained that the service manager was aware of the issue and had promised to do whatever necessary to resolve the problem. They grudgingly agreed to perform all three steps of their normal service for this problem but told me it was just a 'one time courtesy' and that future problems would be my responsibility. The service rep insisted that 'honda does not make parts that cause such problems' and accused me of causing the problem by the way I drive. I have my car back, but I'm wondering if and when it will start having problems again, and if so, whether they will honor their service warranty.
Vehicle is subject to hesitation or performing erratic while being driven. The owner has taken the vehicle several times to the dealership which they were not able to correct due to the failure not duplicating while at the shop. Please describe details
Once engine is warm, exhaust fumes and raw fuel get into cab. While sitting in traffic consumer feels dizzy. Engine has to be shut off. It is very unhealthy to breath. *ak the dealer could not duplicate the problem after performing short and long term test, fuel pressure check, valve timing check and valve clearance check.
Consumer states engine light is on. Dealer found a loose gas cap.
Fuel tank gauge reads not full when tank is actually filled. Consumer took it dealer and had gauge replaced. Gauge was not grinding properly. Odometer was affected. After fuel gauge was replaced, it erased the correct mileage on odmeter.
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