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2002 Honda Accord engine problems
52 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 102,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 52
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 102,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine11
- Engine: gasoline4
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys3
- Cooling system2
- Exhaust system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Honda Accord engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Honda Accord engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Check engine light 73Stalling 34Won't start 7Knocking 6Loss of power 6
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- On certain minivans, sedans, coupes, and sport utility vehicles equipped with v6 engines, a timing belt tensioner pulley on the water pump is misaligned and could cause the timing belt to contact a bolt on the cylinder head. Eventually the belt could be damaged and fail.
- Risk
- If the timing belt breaks, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the water pump and if it is one of the defective pumps, the water pump and timing belt will be replaced. Owner notification began august 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 02V226000 · Recall details
What 2002 Honda Accord owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The ignition system of the vehicle is faulty. The engine keeps stalling intermittently and the vehicle shuts down. The issue has been observed at both low and high speeds. The issue occurs on average once in two weeks. This issue has put our family's safety in jeopardy. We filed a complaint with Honda but they are not willing to help with addressing this issue. This issue has been a problem for several years with no restitution from Honda. We need to be compensated USD 2.5million for the stress and aggravation this issue has caused us and for putting our family's safety in jeopardy. Please help us by arranging for mediation services with Honda Motor Company of America. Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH when suddenly there was a loud bang noise that came from the front-end of the vehicle. The vehicle began to smoke from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact looked under the hood of the vehicle and noticed that the water hose had fractured in half and anti-freeze had splattered everywhere. The contact had the vehicle was towed. There were no injuries and no medical attention was needed. The fire report was filed. The dealer (norm reeves honda superstore cerritos 18500 studebaker rd, cerritos, ca 90703; (562) 345-9100) informed the contact that the water hose and the water pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired because it did not have an official diagnostic testing performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure 304,000.
For the steering, the power steering pump doesn't hold power steering fluid and when you go around a curve and there is a bump in the road, your steering wheel jerks the other way. It's way worse with no power steering but it is still there even if you have fluid. The transmission will jump in between first and second gear so roughly it feels like your transmission is going to fall out, sometimes you can't go because of it and it's almost caused some accidents. You can't get up to the speed you need to with it being so rough and jumpy. Then there is a ticking noise when I press on the gas peddle, from the timing belt and transistor. Some of these problems have been happening since I got the car, like the shifting and the steering. The ticking has been there but not as badly as it is now. I also know I'm not the only honda driver with these issues from this make and model and era for this car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving, the vehicle failed to accelerate and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,284.
The heads on this car have to replaced, we paid over $1,000 a few years ago to replace the heads in the car. This past year the same thing happened and it was going to cost over $1,000 again. But this time it cause the engine to lock up. There was a small leak in the engine casing because of the head in the car.
Takata recall: my transmission of my vehicle needs to be replaced because a faulty part was used in the vehicle. The transmission slips and will cost $3,000 to fix because honda used a bad part. Honda has recalled transmissions in honda accords years in close proximity of the vehicles year. They however did not do this one and I feel like I shouldn't have to pay for their mistake.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the contact observed a loud abnormal sound from the vehicle and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. In addition, the contact mentioned that she had the codes printed that showed that the torque converter and cylinder failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 279,000.
Although this vehicle has been properly maintained, the engine block is very cracked, which caused the radiator to get oil all in it. The car is not driveable.
The check engine light has given me a problem about 3 months after I purchased it used in 2011. Since then I have had the muffler fixed twice just recently march 22,2016 cost was $422 and prior in 2014.. The check engine light just keeps coming on ,and the vehicle inspection is failing because of emissions. I am fearful that odorless gasses are seeping into the car which is a hazard to myself and passangers
Questions about the 2002 Honda Accord engine
Does the 2002 Honda Accord have engine problems?
Owners have filed 52 complaints about the engine of the 2002 Honda Accord, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Honda Accord engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 102,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Honda Accord engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 02V226000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Accord have bad engine?
The Honda Accord model years with the most engine complaints are 2018 (587 complaints), 2008 (251 complaints) and 2019 (195 complaints).
Other 2002 Honda Accord problems
Transmission 478Airbags 273Body 75Electrical 69Acceleration 46Seat belts 39Brakes 34Suspension 32Steering 24Seats 20Lights 19Tires 19Fuel system 11Visibility 7Driver assistance 5Wheels 5Locks 2
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