Table 1 shows eight common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1997 Honda Civic. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (eight problems).
I am continually experiencing the issue listed in campaign id 99i002000 on my 1997 Civic. The defect report indicates that 1997 Civics are covered. When I call Honda to arrange resolution of defect, they tell me only 1996 Civics are covered. Read details...
: the contact stated there was an accident that occurred with the vehicle due to the interference of the driver's side floor mat with the accelerator. There is a recall #99e015000 pertaining to the accessory driver-side floor mats. The manufacturer has been alerted who refuses to honor the recall. Read details...
Throttle cable sticks at low speeds - when pressed, it "snaps lose" going to 1/2 throttle, jerking car forward, snapping necks of driver and passengers. Is a severe safety problem - could cause an accident by slamming vehicle into back of lead vehicle. Ref: campaign id 99i002000. Read details...