2002 Honda Accord: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Sep 6, 2018 · Body · 96,500 miles · PA

Right side subframe by rear connecting point rotted through with holes under where right lower control arm connects to subframe. Most likely caused from A/C drain dripping directly on subframe. Vehicle will not pass state safety inspection. Contacted local honda dealership and they stated this is a common issue.

Filed Nov 1, 2017 · Suspension · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the front end of the vehicle made an abnormal noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the vehicle veered in the opposite direction. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the axle, tie rod, and bearings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. An unknown dealer was contacted about the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

Filed Dec 9, 2015 · Steering, Suspension · 150,000 miles · NY

My accord is suffering from some severe rust on the passenger side sub frame. I recently discovered that it is worse than I had thought. The rust affects the area in which the sway bar is mounted to the frame, where the lower control arm is mounted, and also supports the engine. It is my understanding that this is a common problem with this year/make/model, caused by an A/C drain hose. I am concerned about my safety and hope honda hears my/our concerns.

Filed Jan 31, 2015 · Brakes · 175,283 miles · OH

I recently had new tires put on my honda accord, along with a lower control arm replacement and caliper/rotor repair/replace. Upon picking up my car the technician asked me to come out to the garage - my car was on a lift - he showed me something alarming....the sub frame is rusting out - toward the passenger side of the car. There is about a 2" x 3.5" hole in the frame. When I got home I googled this issue and found quite a few comments/complaints on various boards about the same issue on similar year vehicles. Most of the comments also said the complainant found out that in the model years 1998-2002 the design allows the AC condenser outlet drip water on the sub frame at this exact point. This sounds like something honda needs to ante up to repair. I had planned to keep my honda until at least 200,000 or more miles, now not so sure that is a wise idea.

Filed Nov 17, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · 128,156 miles · CA

As I slowed to make a u-turn (turning the steering wheel left) on a residential street, the right front lower ball joint broke. The car collapsed on to that wheel and the engine stalled. The right axle was pulled out in the process. As I waited for the tow truck I looked and noticed the shaft where the screw connects to the ball joint was split in half. It was a loud frightening moment and now that wheel was sticking out away from the car with the other still in place. I lifted the car up with the jack...the cars fender edge collapsed onto that tire and I was afraid the sharp pressure could make it blow. I am thankful this happened on a residential street with no traffic at a low speed. I had just finished driving the car about 20 miles that morning and wondered what if this would have broken on me on the freeway going through a hilly curve or hitting a pothole. The car was able to be repaired. The ball joint and axle where replaced but it could have been worst was the message the tow truck driver told me, and I knew it also.

Filed Oct 20, 2014 · Suspension · 186,000 miles · WI

I dropped my car off at the mechanic's to have my upper ball joints replaced. Bob called me with an estimate and I gave him the go ahead to complete the repair. Sadly, he called me back 2 hours later to tell me that there was no sense in spending the money on the repair because the subframe on the passenger side of the car was completely rusted out and that the car would soon fall apart. He said that he had never seen damage like that before, that it was odd for a car of that age, and that the rest of the car was in good condition. He advised me to contact honda to see if any recalls had been issued. I searched online and found no recalls (as you know) but found many complaints from others documenting the same issues.

Filed Feb 18, 2013 · Airbags, Suspension · 130,000 miles · NC · 1 injury

1.request for an immediately recall for honda accord lx 2002 models as having dangerous transmission problems, widespread transmission failure, subframe rust, & problems with the airbag system (SRS ), and overall the car's safety or quality numerous concerns. Orderly problems occurred as it bulleted down: ?got it with slipping and jerking gear. Within two days returned, but I was advised that there are no urgent problems and that only my imagination. ?key time from time do not starts or hard to remove. ?problem with a back window to close when opened it. The dealer closed it and recommended not to open it anymore. ?wheel bearings going out and car drags that cause to replace a few times tires and the brakes pads. Premature tire wear. ?ball joint it was thought in the beginning, but then a transmission or both. As of per carscomplaint.com january/2013 report it talks about subframe rust near the front passenger side wheel. ?change sensors but still ?check engine light remains? ? It shows p1166 and p1167 an air /fuel ratio sensor ? Are generally wide band o2 sensor that could be anything. Smells. ?it could be this problem with sensor & check engine light as according to the japanese automaker ?honda said the sensor wire could break and cause the air bag warning light to be illuminated and prevent the sensor from working properly. When the sensor fails, the air bag system automatically moves to full inflation pressure, which could increase the risk of injury for smaller drivers in a frontal crash?. ?finally transmission gone and my car now taking a long rest in someone's parking lot. I believe it is also a gear breakage! My core survival existence is in a great danger due to it, I have encounter numerous damages/injuries.