Engine problems of the 1996 Honda Civic

Three problems related to engine have been reported for the 1996 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine problem

Failure Date: 05/23/2004

While driving 60 mph vehicle stalleed. Consumer restarted the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. However, mechanic could not duplicate the problem.

2 Engine problem

Failure Date: 02/13/2001

Harmonic balancer bolt has broken in half and caused engine to shut down; dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumerthat vehicle was not covered under a recall, and was out of its warranty. Please provide any further details on this matter.

3 Engine problem

Key mount failed, which caused the engine to move out of place and the crankshaft to be damaged.




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