Distributor failed while driving on freeway causing the vehicle to lose engine power. I coasted to a stop in the middle of traffic, unable to restart the engine.
1998 Honda Civic engine complaints
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Had taken car to get inspection. Would not pass due to the exhaust manifold having a crack in. This car had 59827 miles on it! Naturally I was very upset. This car was only used minimally as witnessed by the year vs miles. Hardly any hwy use. Contacted the dealership and they put up their hands. Can't fix because I don't have $ 2,000. Car will not pass insp. Due to strict codes in texas. I now have my fifth honda. Honda just dropped the big one on a loyal cust.!!!!!!!
Cracked exhaust manifold which leads to exhaust gases being blown into the car when in traffic or at idle. These gases create a danger of carbon monoxide poisoning.
I have a 1998 honda shadow aero (vt1100-c3) VIN[xxx] that has developed an oil guide plug leak. This leak results in oil being pumped out of the lower portion of the engine directly in front of the rear tire while riding the motorcycle. It has been a proven inherent design problem in model years 1998 through 2001. Honda has issued a warning and the repair instructions in their september 1999 issue of the honda wrench publication. The dealerships that I have contacted do not claim knowledge of this problem or the article from honda. My understanding is honda still refuses to issue a recall for this defect. I stay in contact with a large group of people who own this same style motorcycle via the internet and this problem is widespread. I am going to have this problem repaired at my own expense as I do not consider the motorcycle safe to operate in it's current condition. I would like to go on record and file a formal complaint and will encourage fellow aero owners who have experienced this problem to do the same. I will keep a file with my repair information in the event honda comes forward and acknowledges this flaw in their design and issues a recall. *jb *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
1998 honda crv, with about 100,000 milage,engine light came on. Repaired the distributor sensor. Took it back four more times and the engine light continue to stay on. A week later, took it in to deale for a diagnostic, valve #3 & 4, needed to be replaced, they recommended a new cylinder head. Notified honda manufacturer and they decided to pay half of the cost. I have always taken good care of my car, and have the invoices to proof it. I think honda knows there is a manufacturing problem and should be responsible for the complete repair cost. I am still paying on my car and this is a financial burden for me and my family.
Consumer heard a loud noise coming from the rear. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that exhaust manifold pipe needed to be replaced. This vehicle was not on recall, and the warranty expired. Consumer had to pay for parts and labor. *ak the consumer stated that he wanted to cancel his complaint. He was advised by honda service manager to take his vehicle to any dealership for an inspection. Defective part immediately replaced free of charge.
While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken to a body shop for inspection. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem at this time. Please provide further details.
Possible defective exhaust manifold. Has crack in manifold for unknow reason!.
Consumer stated that granddaughter bought a certified honda civic and had nothing but trouble since she purchased the vehicle. One month after the vehicle was purchased the head gasket blew out, and needed to be replaced. This was done by the dealer that sold her the vehicle. Then, power steering pump leaked, and it was repaired 2 months later. In may of this year the same thing happened power steering pump leaked again. *ak the engine had to be replaced again at 89440 miles. The transmission was replaced due to shifting problems at 90552 miles.
While driving 65 MPH, without warning the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle but was unsuccessful. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the timing belt needed replacing which was not mounted properly. Please fill in additional information.
While driving there was a loud noise like the muffler had gone bad. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the consumer noticed a large crack in the exhaust manifold. The dealership indicated this was a common problem on earlier model years, and the manufacturer extended the warranty on this part. *ak the dealer replaced the manifold with a reinforced part.
Multiple cracks in exhaust manifold radiating from oxygen sensor.
10 months ago I became aware of exhaust smell inside my 98 honda civic lx VIN-[xxx]. The problem was worse when I idled the car for a quick warm up before driving. *la the problem got worse and I was getting headaches each day after my commute to work. Complained of I removed the heat shield from the engine to investigate the source of the exhaust leak. I found the exhaust manifold had split approx. On each side of the "y" for a total crack of 6 inches. This was allowing large amounts of exhaust gas to enter the cabin when using the heater or A/C. I was informed by four honda dealers locally that the problem was well known and all 7 local dealers had many manifolds in stock in their parts department. This was an indication to me that many of these were breaking and I was far from alone on this issue. The replacement manifold part number is- 18160-p2e-a12. At ken garff honda in ogden utah, I was told that an extended warranty was in effect for the problem for 8 years or 80k miles. (my civic has 93,000 miles) they stated this was a very common problem for 96,97 and 98 honda civics to have. My concern is if I had sufficient exhaust gas in my cabin to make me ill and the problem was widespread that this could be a serious safety / health issue. A person sitting in their closed, idling car with the AC/heater on they could potentially succumb to carbon monoxide poisoning. With the above in mind, I contacted american honda motor co. Customer service at 800‑999‑1009 to relay my information and discuss the issue. I spoke with a woman named [xxx] who told me she would record my concern. I am also concerned that were no symptoms to alert me to the problem other than odor. A non "auto savvy" person could easily overlook the gradually worsening problem just like I did until they died. Please investigate the scope of this issue further and I am convinced that this is a widespread issue due to the feedback I got. Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (f
Dealer replaced the ignition switch under recall. Also the alternator replaced . But the intermittent problem to start the vehicle continued. *ak there was intermittent grinding noise when the vehicle was started. Since the noise didn't occur when the consumer bought it to the dealer, they refused to do anything about it. *ph also the oxygen sensor was replaced.
Exhaust manifold/catalytic converter assy. Is badly cracked. Manifold/converter makes noise and exhaust can be smelled in passenger compartment. Manifold/converter assy. Was already replaced once at approx. 50,000 miles for the same problem. The problem was noticed again at approx. 100,000 miles.
Possible problems with exhaust system. *mr. The exhaust system made a loud noise. *ts
I noticed a loud noise and odor, took car to honda mechanic, manifold was cracked and had to pay $500+ to fix. My sister has the same vehicle and she had the same problem at about the same time. Inquired with honda to see about recall...there wasn't one?? We both fixed the problem, which was over 1 year ago. The problem has recently recurred...now I am seeking answers??
When the consumer started the vehicle it made a clank noise, which was due to a piston slap.
The check engine light keeps coming on in my 1998 honda civic. The dealer has already replaced the oxygen sensor once under warranty but now claims that the warranty period is over. The car only has 34,000 miles on it, and the oxygen sensor was replaced about 13,000 miles ago. I have found many other similar complaints on internet bulletin boards.
The cast iron exhaust manifold had a tendency to crack which caused carbon monoxide to migrate into the vehicle's passenger compartment. *scc
While driving vehicle the check engine light illuminated. Consumer states there was the smell of the exhaust in the vehicle. The vehicle also was making a noise accompanied with a rattle. Please provide any further information. Ts
My car has been stalling our for a period of over two months almost every time I drive it. I recently took it into honda and they said it had something to do with my o2 sensor. Why didn't they notify me when I was in the office that there was a recall notice for my faulty ignition switch and that was the problem? They told me nothing about the problems with my car, never offering the information about my ignition switch. I even went over with the honda service department that my car kept stalling out while driving. When I would sit a stop sigh it would cut off as soon as I attempted to pull out. I feel these people were rude to me because I am a girl and do not know much about cars, but they should have told me the truth no matter what gender. Does honda not know about their recall notices? *ph **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**770818
While traveling about 30 MPH on the highway. Without prior warning the vehicle shut down and hit the curb and another vehicle. The dealership is aware of the problem. Mr
While traveling 55-60 MPH engine would stall, engine indicator light would flash on. Dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.
I have been driving for over 35 years and never had to replace an exhaust manifold on any of my vehicles. Today my mechanic told me that mine was the second one in less than a month that he has replaced on a honda. There is obviously something wrong here.
While driving vehicle just stalled, almost causing an accident. Consumer purchased vehicle in 06/02, and vehicle did not have any oil signifying a major oil leak.
While drivng vehcile stalled out/ lost all power, was unable to steer, resulting in an accident.
A crack in exhaust manifold leaked fumes into vehicle. Feel free to provide any further information.
In regards to the exhaust manifold crack--- I noticed an exhaust smell coming into passenger compartment and noticed that the engine compartment was slightly louder than usual. I got used to the smell but now I just get headaches. I figured it needed a new exhaust manifold gasket but upon further inspection before buying a gasket, I noticed a crack in the exhaust manifold where the pipes come together under the heat shield. The crack looks like it stems out in different ways from the oxygen sensor; it is probably due to poor design. I figure that it probably impairs the functionality of the oxygen sensor thus altering emmissions. I contacted honda and found out that a new exhaust manifold costs over $700 dollars just in parts, which I cant afford. I found that honda extended the warranties on the 1997 models due to the same problem and found that the 2002 honda civics' are equipped with stainless steel manifolds rather than the cast iron found on my car, therefore I know honda is aware of the problems and they should fix the problems before the crack stems all around and my exhaust system falls off causing further damage or causes me to fail a smog check. In regards to the rear passenger windows, the buttons don't work thus not allowing rear windows to be rolled up or down.
Vehicle would sometimes start up and sometimes not. When vehicle does start it sounds rough. Had vehicle towed to dealer, but dealer refused to diagnose or even look at vehicle after starting up. Please add VIN.
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