general problems of the 1998 Honda Civic

Four problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 1998 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2000

Due to a defective transmission system, vehicle slips while driving which causes rpms to go up. This may cause a crash. Dealer said they need to replace transmission. Please provide further information.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/20/1999

While driving 10 mph vehicle continued to accelerate without any warning. Occupant applied the brakes which were inoperative. It resulted in a crash.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 02/13/1999

While accelerating on to a highway, the accelerator pedal felt as though it was pulled to the floor and the car began accelerating out of control. I was in 5th gear and put the car into neutral, but it kept accelerating. I finally turned the ignition off [key] and coasted to the shoulder. Took car to dealer and was told no problem, that they were 99% sure the car mat must have gotten stuck under the pedal. I don't think so.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/15/1998

While driving in a parking space, vehicle accelerated and went over concrete in space and hit a wall. Repairs done, both airbags deployed. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.


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