Catalytic Convertor Problems of Honda Accord - part 2

At 87,200 miles my car's check engine light came on, the dealership informed me the diagnostic exam ($83. 00) showed a failure in my catalytic converter, it would cost $891 (no labor). The serviceman said that this "might" solve the problem.

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At approximately 87,500 miles, the check engine light came on in my 1998 Honda Accord ex sedan. Computer diagnosis of the trouble code read "catalyst deterioration. " I had the catalytic converter replaced, and the light came back on three weeks later. This time, the trouble code said that there was a bad primary oxygen sensor. This too, was replaced, and I am hoping that the light stays off.

The check engine light went on at about 82000 miles for my 1998 Honda Accord lx, 4 cylinder. After replacing spark plug wires, spark plugs and air filter, the light went off for about a week. The check engine light illuminated again. The computer code says that there's a problem with the catalytic converter. However, others on the following forum had their catalytic replaced, and the light resumed after some period of time: there are so many complaints on this forum of the same problem, there should be no doubt that this is an issue which Honda has failed to address. This problem will probably severely reduce the resale value of the car, or stop me from selling it completely.

My 2003 Honda Accord has a really bad "rotten egg" smell almost immediately after I purchased the car in January of 2003. I was told Honda was investigating the problem. After 8 months and 10,000 miles the car still smells and Honda now says it is normal. This is not normal and I am very disapointed Honda is not going to correct the problem. I own 2 Hondas and they will be my last. We are going to pursue lemon laws as a last alternative.

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My wife and I purchased a 2003 Honda Accord in December of 2002. Almost immediately the car put out this horrible (rotten egg smell). I know this is coming from the catalytic converter and I proceeded to tell the service people that this was the problem. I made an appointment so they could fix the problem. Their response was that the gas I was using had a high sulfur content and we must switch gas stations immediately to get rid of the smell. So I tried every gas station in the area and the problem got worse. The car started to shake and seemed to be drawing power from the engine. The idle would also rise and fall when this shaking is happening. The odor became worse when the shaking would start. This smell is giving me a big headache and who knows what other health problems. So I called Honda service to put the car in for service again. Honda did not even want to look at it again, but with much yelling I got an appointment. They had the car all day and when my wife called to see if they fixed the problem they said there was nothing wrong with the car. They continued to explain that it is (the nature of the beast) and all cars put off this smell to some degree. I also noticed the gas mileage is not what Honda stated it should be. So I called Honda directly to file a complaint and found out that Honda is aware of this problem, but has no solutions to fix it. Honda assures me that after 10,000 to 15,000 miles goes by that the smell will decrease and go away. This smell started at 50 miles and is getting much worse at 4,500 miles. I will never buy another Honda car or their products again as long as I live. I am also researching information about other 2003 Honda Accords with the same problems and found many with the same problem. I am going to get a lawyer involved to fight them. We the consumers should not let Honda take advantage of us. Honda should be ashamed to sell the consumers such a rotten egg.

The check engine light went on at 92000 miles. I had the vehicle's computer codes evaluated by a shop and they indicated the post oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter needed to be replaced.

I purchased a 2003 Accord ex v6, in November of 2002. Since delivery,there has been an awful smell of rotten eggs. I contacted the dealer several times to fix the problem, they agreed to replace the catalytic converters, still smelled after I picked it up. Called their 800# and they said the smell will disappear after about 7,000-8,000 miles of driving. This was at 5,000 miles I currently have 11,000 and the smell is not disappearing. This is such a potent smell that it gives me a headache and I also get dizzy from these toxic fumes. This is not the type of problems I should be having for spending almost $30,000 for a brand new car. Any help or advise would be greatly appreciated.

My wife and I purchases a 2003 Honda Accord in November of 2002. Almost immediately the car emitted a rotten egg smell. I've been around cars for quite awhile and I knew right away it was a smell given off from a catalytic convertor. We took the car in within a month or so of the purchase to have it checked. They were unable to find any problem and could not recreate the problem. The primary the smell would occur was when entering the highway or accelerating from stoplight to stoplight. The car now haw almost 11k miles on it and the problem is getting worse. It is also not getting the same mileage that our previous 2000 Accord v6 got. The dealer was unable to find anything wrong in this area as well. This will be our last Honda since the problems are occurring with no obvious solution available.

Catalytic converter has a premature life span According to a number of mechanics that I have talked to. The "check engine" light came on around 80,000 miles, and the mechanic said the computer sensed a failure in the catalytic converter. We had the Honda extended warranty but they stated that it did not cover the catalytic converter.

Was any recall reported on catalytic converter. Dt.

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1998 Honda Accord ex 4-cylinder, manual transmission: check engine light appeared at 71,000 miles; although resolved through replacement of the catalytic converter "under warranty", such early failure should be documented by NHTSA as subsequent failures are likely. Suspect is faulty/sub-standard catalytic converter used by Honda. Uggestion: query manufacturer on in/out of warrenty failures on catalytic converters for Honda Accord, model years 1998 - 2002. Ak.

Engine check light has illuminated. Cause unknown. Dealer has been contacted. The front brake pads were worn, in which the dealer replaced, the engine would stall while driving, the catalytic converter was replaced, the ignition switch was replaced which was the cause of the check engine light coming on and the stalling.

Engine check light came on and owner took vehicle to dealership. Dealer replaced oxygen sensor. A couple of thousand miles later, catalytic converter failed. When the vehicle was purchased the check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership where the vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine. The result was that it was something with the catalytic convertor, but that it was usually the oxygen sensor. The oxygen sensor was changed. About 200 miles later the engine light illuminated. Consumer took to a different dealership and was informed that there is an ongoing problem with the catalytic convertors in these vehicles.

Catalytic converter has failed at an early age. My repair shop claims to 'see it a lot' the repair is $1070. Honda deems it normal wear.

Catlytic converter heat shields deteriorate rapidly under normal use leading to car undercarriage overheating and/or fire. Suggest replace shields with a thicker gauge metal shield.

Check engine light (code p0427) on a Honda Accord 1999 ex 4cyl, 4 dr.

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When accelerating, the exhaust system makes a loud vibrating noise, which Honda service attributes to a problem with "torque". Service rep. Claims it happens over time, and Honda makes a "buzz kit" for the problem. If it is already a known problem by the manufacturer, then replacement or repair should be at no cost to the owner.

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#1-7941 miles (gas gauge failed), #2-22960 miles (gas gauge failed-replaced fuel sending unit), #3--34496 miles (gas & temp. Gauges fail-replaced entire meter/gauge set-mileage reset to 0), #4-34996 miles (all gauges failed-replaced loose ground connection), #5-44257 miles (catalytic converter failed, pcv & egr-all replaced) ***this car has been a lemon from day one. The true mileage is unknown because it has failed for miles at a time. Honda has done nothing to compensate me for selling me this lemon. I had attempted to resolve the matter with the bbb, three dealerships, the district office and the corporate office with no compensation. I can't trade the car or sale the car because of the odometer replacement. The car is worthless. And worst of all I am still to this day having problems! right now the check engine light is on and the service department tells me it is due to clogg egr valves that need to be cleaned at my expense, although they just covered it under warranty less that a month ago when they replaced the catalytic converter. Where do I go now? what do I do? should I have to keep continuing paying Honda for a defective car?.

The check engine light on my 1998 Honda Accord came on again after 101000 miles. The dealership says the catalytic converter will have to be replaced. It seems a common problem with 1998 Honda Accord, but the company has not commenced any recall to fix this issue.

Consumer was driving vehicle into a parking lot when bumper hit the pole that posts handicap signs, very slightly dented the bumper of vehicle. Also both air bags deployed. Consumer was wearing seat belt. Also burned her right arm and broke her glasses. Consumer stated there was also a problem with the torque converter and catalytic converter.

The catalytic converter was replaced three times due to deterioration. The trunk latch, timing belt, balancer belt, and the power door actuator were replaced, the parking brake was adjusted, the are rest and axle seal was replaced, the seat belt failed to retract, and the windows rattled.

The check engine light keeps illuminating. On consumers 6th visit to the dealer, consumer was informed that the catalytic convertor needed replacing.

There is a strong fowl egg smell odor coming from the air vents. Cause unknown.