Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 1998 Honda Civic.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
As the consumer was pulling away from the inside of the garage, the vehicle suddenly accelerated with out touching the gas pedal. The brakes were not functional and the vehicle went through the wall. Finally, the vehicle stopped when it hit the wall. The dealer was notified. The consumer stated there was an open recall regarding this issue.
This is an expensive item to fix and dispite the purchase of an extended warrenty it's not covered. Shouldn't this be a safety concern and covered by the manufacturer? no safety defec tlisted within summary.
Engine check light is on and won't go off, and the dealer can't determine the problem.
Intermittent problems, with centeral computer contorl, battery sometimes completely drains, sometimes does not, transmission does not engage sometimes , dealer uncooperative.
Intermittent problems, with centeral computer contorl, battery sometimes completely drains, sometimes does not, transmission does not engage sometimes , dealer uncooperative.
Engine check light has been on since April and won't go off. Dealer can't determine the cause of the problem.
While approaching a stop sign and applying the brake pedal there was no response due to the floor mat getting caught up under the accelerator ,causing vehicle to almost be in an accident. Dealer has not been contacted.
While accelerating the mat jammed on accelerater and got stuck. Consumer had to go under steering whell to release mat. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and they corrected the problem. However, problem has been reoccurring.
Response letter to consumers complaint letter address to consumer protection division** consumer complained that his vehicle was damaged while in transit.
1998 Honda Civic with safety concern. Consumer states that he noticed this safety concern. He would like to know what is considered a safe vehicle.
Rcall 99e015000, floormat recall is not "broad" enough for the owner who already replaced the orginial floor mat with an aftermarket floor mat because of a safety defect in the orginial floor mat. Manufacturer will not do the recall for an aftermarket floor mat. Please provide further information.
While traveling 55-60 mph engine would stall, engine indicator light would flash on. Dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.
Recall # 99e015000 Honda/accessory floor mats; the recall required Honda to fasten floor mats to prevent intrusion on the gas pedal, which could cause it to stick in the down position. Consumer writes that a satisfactory solution has been provided by the local dealer, and the issue is now closed.