Four problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 2001 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Honda Accord based on all problems reported for the 2001 Accord.
2001 Honda Accord. Consumer writes in regards to suppliers of alternators using substandard parts.
My car was parked for two weeks, as I just purchased another vehicle. I went to drive my 2001 Honda Accord ex sedan and all of my lights on the instrument panel were lit and the car was making a funny noise. After towing the vehicle to the shop I was told my alternator bracket bolt had broken off inside. After researching online I found a couple of complaints in regard to the same issue: broken alternator bracket or lower mounting bolt. Honda. Tech line summary. . Read more...
Vehicle died out while drving on highway as a result ofalternator going out. Contacted dealer. This was a common problem.
Consumer had just left lot, drove it about 10 miles when all of indicator lights started flashing. Consumer called dealer from cell phone, and dealer advised to check to see if oil was in vehicle. Consumer got vehicle home, but took it in next day. Alternator wasn't charging or discharging, and replaced it free of charge. Vehicle had 14 miles. Manufacturer said if it happened again they would give a extended warranty.