My 18 yr daughter was driving on a 4 lane interstate on a friday in rush hour traffic. The average speed on this road at this time of day is 70-75mph . Suddenly and without warning her transmission failed. The car essentially went into neutral. Luckily she was able to maneuver the car to the shoulder. She could have easily been hit and more than likely this would have been a multicar accident. I contacted honda and they said they only were aware of problems with the odyssey and accord manufactured approx. 1999-2002. I did some research and found there were numerous complaints with the civic (our car is a 2001 civic). How many complaints and near miss accidents will it take for honda to be brought to task for this defect?
2001 Honda Civic engine complaints
Page 3 of 4: complaints 41 to 70 of 84, newest first, as owners wrote them.
I had an exhaust leak in the engine compartment at 85,000 miles. I removed heat shield and saw the exhaust manifold cracked around circumference of pipe. This is where the header pipe is factory welded to the flat mounting plate. Exhaust manifold is part of catalytic converter. Warranty expires at 80,000 miles. I'm stuck with this defective part. Taking part to a professional welder to try to repair it. Otherwise, I'll have to spend $700 to $1000 to purchase a new one from honda.
Took car in for valve adjustment (unusual to be needed until very high mileage), service tech found that exhaust manifold had a crack. Honda does not patch and the entire part to be replaced is over $800.00. Parts person proceeded to tell me that this is very common in my model of car due to the design causing manifold to overheat and crack. If the problem is very common then it is a flaw in the vehicle yet there is no bulletin or recall. Not all models have this particular type of manifold and they stopped putting them in hondas all together beginning 2005.
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled intermittently when the vehicle was placed in neutral. When it stalled the vehicle lost power steering and power brakes. This could have resulted in an accident. The dealership and the manufacturer have been contacted. Technical service bulletin 02-083 was issued for the problem but the dealer requested a diagnostic test at the contact's expense before they would use the technical service bulletin to fix the problem . *ak updated 1/11/2006. This problem occurred mostly at low altitudes in the summer with the A/C on. The consumer believes the loss of power steering and brakes when in neutral in dangerous and he thinks the vehicle should be recalled.
I went to honda dealer to change an air filter for my wife honda civic 2001. Then I found out the air cleaner case cracked. So, I went back to honda dealer and told the services manager. The services manager knew what causes the air cleaner case to crack because on september 16, 2003, honda issued a service bulletin 03-061. Since, honda know what causes the air cleaner case to crack, honda should recall all air cleaner case for model 2001 civic to avoid injure in the near future.
Car engine will stop running without notice. While traveling on the road vehicle will loose acceleration even while pressing on the gas pedal. Notified by honda service that engine needs to be replaced. Parts needed include: cylinder head assembly, head gasket, tdc sensor, valve cover gasket, timing belt cover, cover, intake manifold gasket, rear water passage gasket, water pipe "b" o-ring, catalytic converter. Service tech stated that it was a manufacturing defect. They are only offering to pay for the catalytic converter. They should replace all items if it is a manufacturing defect. Car is not even 4 years old.
2001 honda civic motor mounts had to be replaced.***no answer required***. *mr motor mounts had to be replaced after consumer rear ended a tree at very low speed. *tt
The vehicle gas gauge fluctuated between half a tank and a fourth of a tank within short periods of time and did not really move during long distance trips. *tc the front shock made noises, the front spring was weak, there was a noise coming from the power steering pump, and a ticking noise in the engine. *sc
The vehicle was taken in for a recall for wiring.. After picking the vehicle up, the cruise control was set and the vehicle accelerated out of control. The consumer made a 911 call from the vehicle and had to put the vehicle in park to stop. The dealer refused to accept the vehicle for repair.
Problems in engine's emission's control system.*mr while driving the vehicle's check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the engine's emission control systems was defective. The vehicle's lock up solenoid was replaced.
When on incline and vehicle is stopped---rolls back when brake released.
The 2001 honda civic lx I own failed on i95. My son was driving the car. There was no warning of safety lights etc. He pushed the car off the highway. The next day honda care came and jump started the car, it did start but within a few seconds it sounded like it exploded. The engine was turned off and the car was towed to the dealer where it was purchased, coral springs honda, in coral springs florida. I was told that since I had purchased an extended warranty the cost of the repair would be covered but they needed my approval to take apart the engine, again the stated there would be no cost to me. Several days later I called to see what was going on with the repair. I was then told that they were waiting for the warranty inspector to come give approval before they could proceed with the work. I called again at the end of the following week and was told that no one had come but that they did not think it would be covered. I asked why and they stated that the engine had sludge which was caused by the oil not being changed enough. I stated that it was changed. Needless to say the warranty company will not cover the repair. The car has 61,000 miles on it and the oil has been changed often enough. I believe the sludge claim is bogus, I think it is a cheaply made engine that begins to fall apart the minute it starts. What can I do?
Vehicle was stuck in full throttle while driving on the highway. When this occurred the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop or slow the vehicle down. As a result, consumer hit three motorists but vehicle continued to accelerate. The emergency brake was engaged and vehicle was put in park gear to stop. *ak the problem was due to a pebble entering the air intake valve.
On october-9-2001 my fianc [xxx] and I purchased a 2001 honda civic ex [xxx] from roberts auto mall in downingtown, pa. We purchased a honda because we desired a car that was dependable and one that would be used for my fiancs commute and for driving long distances. In august of 2002, the car overheated on a journey from oneonta, ny, to phoenixville, pa. The car was brought to the honda of ithaca dealership. At this point, the car was still under warranty, being under a year after time of purchase with 18,717 miles. Honda of ithaca, new york determined the problem to be the thermostat. Despite the obvious inconvenience that this breakdown caused, we were happy the problem was resolved while the car was under warranty. In december 2003 on a trip from phoenixville, pa to holmdel, nj the car again overheated. A local mechanic determined the problem to be the thermostat. No longer under warranty, the thermostat was replaced at a cost to us of $106.43. On february-4-2004 the problem manifested itself once again. The car was brought to roberts auto mall. The mechanic guessed that the problem was air in the system. We were charged $63.49 for diagnostics. On march 10th, the car again overheated. We are now using one vehicle while our honda civic sits outside unused. I am unsure how to proceed since every mechanic has so far been unable to repair the problem with the cooling system. Our complaint can be summarized as such: this problem is intrinsic to the car. It appeared while the car was under warranty and has never been properly corrected. It is not the result of abuse or damage to the car but is a manufacturer defect. We have incurred monetary loss due to repeated towing and repairs made after the expiration of the warranty. Other than these expenses, we have experienced the trauma of being stranded on highways at night, and being at a loss of our vehicle when one is needed to commute to work.*ak updated 07/27/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.
In june 2002 I complained about a cracked motor mount, at that time the vehicle had 18,000 miles. I was advised it would not be covered by the warranty unless it was broken. In october 2003 two motor mounts were bad, one was the one I originally complained about, at this time the vehicle had 38,000 miles.
A/c doesn't get cold, can't get honda to fix as been this way since new. Brakes went bad with about 15000 miles on them. Were bad before that, still does not stop right, and has a vibraton when stopping transmission has a thumping like noise some times while idling. Had to replace strut on passanager side, couldn't get honda to pay for all of it. I think one on driver side is bad also. Service manager told me this was a problem with the honda civic
When I bought the car it had 9,000 miles on it. The dealer bought it from an auction. I was hearing some tapping noise coming from hood. When I took my car for oil changed I asked the dealer about the tapping noise. They said it wasn't important and not dangerous. I took my car back to the dealer a week later and they said that they need to take the oil pan out to determine the problem. Later on they called me and said that "I drove the car in a puddle or I had a flood -which never happened-because they diagnosed" water damaged which caused cylinder # 3 connecting rod is bent and it is very dangerous to drive it. The engine needs to be replaced" I have a factory and extended warranty but honda denies to cover it. My insurance company inspected the car and didn't see any "water damage". The insurance company also denied the cover the expense. I am very unhappy about the situation. Please feel free to advise me what to do. Thank you.
Consistent problems with check engine light in 2001, honda civic. Dealers had inspected vehicle several times, but problem still occurring.
In requesting a quote for car insurance, a link was provided to the federal safety agency website for those wishing to see if their vehicle has/had been recalled. For the heck of it, I decided to try it. To my shock, I discovered there have been 5 recalls associated with the 2001 honda civic since 2001(re: seat belts; fuel system/fuel pump; and engine & engine cooling). It is now 2003, and I have never received one notification. The system did not specify if these recalls are related to the ex model, which is what I have. However, the thought that the recalls are related to my vehicle has me seriously concerned and needless to say very frustrated at the thought that I would not be contacte by honda.
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the smoke started to come from the steering wheel. Dealer notified.
I purchased a 2001 honda civic coupe ex, in november 2000. It has been nothing but problems ever since. Ive been to two different honda service centers almost 20 times now. The car has 23,000 miles on it and has gone through 3 sets of brakes. The car completely died on two occasions, both needing battery to be boosted. Then all of the dashboard lights were flashing crazy. On one of those occasions, it died right in front of honda, after they assured me that my car was fine. This has been an ongoing problem with honda. They fail to find any of the serious problems that are continuing. The car makes all kind of rattling and clicking noises when driving, honda finds nothing. The windows/windshield fog up, defroster does not work well, honda finds nothing. All four tires are leaking, honda at first find nothing wrong, now say I have to replace tires. The driver's seat is loose and rocking, honda replaced seat track twice, problem continues, took car in again for seat, honda finds nothing wrong. Seat rocking gets worse, making load noise when driving, afraid for safety. Now the car is getting worse, car brakes without putting foot on brake, car is sluggish, driving funny. I think this is the transmission that is going to go bad. It stalls to start very often, then completely failed twice, needing boost. Im very concerned for my safety at this point. I even reached out to honda consumer affairs in california, they did not help at all, in fact they were rude and even threatened me, while I had the rental, to report the rental stolen because I asked if I could hold the rental until honda fixed my car (especially since the car had died right in front of honda, and to make matters worse, my car was dented, twice, while being "fixed" by honda that day as well) I am completely disgusted with the car and the service ive gotten. There are numerous other problems I didn't list here, too many to list. I would appreciate any help in this matter, thank you.
When driving in the rain a grinding sound occurs from the passenger side. Temporary loss of power and control occurred when on the freeway.
The vehicle stalls when slowing- especially on off ramps or went entering traffic after traveling at highway speeds. The souce of the problem (as reported by many consumers about the same vehicle) is a software defect in the emissions control module that cause fuel to be withheld from the engine. Honda knew of this problem when they sold this dangerous car to me and did it anyway. They claim that they are navigating the epa to get approval, but my dealing have been contentious at best in getting information. There should be a recall issued because this is a systemic problem. The millions of dollars in fines have obviously not taught them any more respect for consumers.
While driving at any speed the vehicle engine will suddunly shut off. Consumer states' vehicle will restart. Took vehicle to honda and honda reset the electrical codes in ignition switch. Consumer states this will make the third time electrical codes have been reset. Please provide any further information. Ts
While driving at any speed the vehicle engine will shut off. Took to dealer and they replaced all the electrical components in ignition. This will make the third time this problem has occured. Dealer's fix is not working. Please provide any further information. Ts
Consumer stated that when applying the accelerator the vehicle would surge forward without warning causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
When driving under wet road conditions muffler vibrates. Cause unknown. Please provide any further information.
Consumer stated that emission malfunction light came on repeatedly, the vehicle was taken to the dealer five times, the dealer put a module on and the light came back on 2 days later, the delaer then stated the problem was gas cap, but the problem still remianed and the delaer finally admitted there was a real problem.
Vehicle stalls at low speed and when going around corners, loses all power. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer noticed vehicle losing power, but didn't have have a remedy for the problem.*ak
All windows clear with defroster operation with the exception of the drivers front window, dealer adjusted side vents.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2001 Honda Civic?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history