Honda is offering a new engine block or completely new engine, free, to owners of 2006 through 2008 and some early 2009 civics that have. Hundreds of complaints rolled in regarding a cracked engine block. My only major problem with this vehicle is window rattling and interior creaking when you hit bumps more often in cold weather like last winter. However, it was a salvaged title that was bought in 2010.
Get the latest honda civic recall information 66 incidents between 1973 and 2020. On 2142019, my mechanic informed me that my engine block was cracked and was under warranty. If you are dissatisfied with your vehicle performance or have a product complaint, please contact honda. Bad thing is my car has this crack and the warranty honda gave on the motors is 2 years. The 2007 honda civic has 72 problems reported for cracked engine block. They have never issued a recall, only a service bulletin. Honda civic problems 2007 honda civic engine problems. My block is crack, besides a new engine what can be done 2008 honda civic lx coupe answered by a verified mechanic for honda we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. My 2006 honda civic is unfortunately one of a batch of hondas civics made from 2006 to around 2008 with engines that have potential engine. I got engine block crack on my honda civic 2008 with only 78k miles on it. And requested they replace the engine under warranty. I have a 2008 honda civic as well, that leaked coolant after 5 years being in operation. I called honda canada first to verify and its a known issue.
Do you own a 2006 to 2009 honda civic with a coolant leak. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicles air bags with 160 problems. The extended coverage applies to all 2017 to 2018 crvs and 2016 to 2018 civics that have the 1. I was thinking about buying a used civic but i read about cracked engine block problems i am afraid to buy one now. R18z1 141 hp 104 kw at 6,500 rpm, 128 lbft 174 nm at 4,300 rpm. What percentage of 20068 honda civics develop a cracked engine block aluminum. There needs to be a recall on this and not an extended warranty. The 2008 honda civic has 2 problems reported for cracked engine head. Powertrain warranty is extended to 8 years for engine block failures automatically. Just so happens to be in the same place the blocks on the base model civics from 0609 crack.
Honda crv engine problems, civic problems, and more. Leaks present between engine block and transmission. Consumer writes in regards to engine block failure. Also, 2008 civics were the last year to experience these kind of problems. I was stunned to have a cracked block and was really upset until honda said it was a known issue and replaced free of charge. To increase customer confidence, american honda is extending the warranty of the engine block to 10 years from the original date. Honda is offering a new engine block or completely new engine, free, to owners of 2006 through 2008 and some early. Honda civic coolant leak engine block warranty youtube. I love my 2008 honda, but reading about this possible defect worries me. I bought my 2008 honda civic lx from findlay honda of henderson in march of 2018.
I took it to a honda dealer with the recall number and within 10 mins they took my car and had it back to me in 2 days. Under warranty claim information and mandatory photo requirements, the photo criteria have changed. The shop i took it to took the engine apart and found a crack in the block. There needs to be a recall on this and not an extended. Honda civic problems 2008 honda civic engine problems. For additional recall assistance, click the ask dave by honda button. Are you having over heating issues, leaking coolant or, engine problems has your stranded. Spring silencer installation needed on the second coil of the damper springs. Ummm, when the defective blocks crack, the coolant drains out and it overheats. Documenting cracked engine block for those out of the warranty. The 2008 honda civic has 58 problems reported for cracked engine block.
Our list of 41 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2008 honda civic. Honda put a 10 yr extended warranty on the engines from the original date of purchase. The engine on my honda overheated and got so hot it actually melted some of the components. The worst complaints are cracked engine block, bad engine mount, and engine rattles when starting. Honda civic coolant leaking problems part 1 car problems zoo. Find out if your honda civic is affected and what to do about it. Honda has an ongoing extended warranty for these models replacing entire engines for free because they have had so many threats about it.
The following chart shows the 22 most common problems for 2008 honda civic. On may 23, 2018, while driving on the highway 78 miles from home, my ac stopped working and the temp. In a memo sent to dealers, honda s manager of auto campaigns and recalls. Documenting cracked engine block for those out of the warranty coverage. Most recent 2008 honda civic recall on october, 2008, honda recalled 128 honda civic. Many honda customers are experiencing their motors overheating due to a faulty engine and cracking occurring. Cracked engine block 2008 civic average cost to fix. I picked up my 07 civic this afternoon after a new engine install. I ended up putting more jb weld than what i showed. The second most common problem is related to the vehicles engine and engine cooling 151 problems. Found out this was a defect that affected 20062009 honda civics.
By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. I will go over the steps of how i fixed my cracked engine block. Find 2008 honda civic recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. Are 2008 honda civic lxs affected by the cracked engine. Honda is offering a new engine block or completely new engine, free, to owners of 2006 through 2008 and some early 2009 civics that have developed a coolant leak coming from the engine block. Cracked heat shields around exhaust pipe a are causing a rattling or buzzing sound. My used 2008 honda civic was overheating and i dropped it off at my garage for evaluation. I drove it around a bit doing chores and it seems to run great. I had originally gone in to purchase a 2012 honda accord with 112,000 miles on it when all of a sudden this 08 honda civic with only 32,000 miles on it shows up and i was told this. Honda civic engine and engine cooling 2008 honda civic.
I then did some research and found this to be a common problem. After i noticed that the engine block was cracked, i called honda and was also just 2. It also has a pending recall for the passenger side airbag since they havent. In 2006, the civic developed a bad name for honda vtec engine problems, and it was no laughing matter. View details may 09, 2019 phoenix, az engine engine block honda civic 2008 147000 miles began leaking coolant after driving on city. Honda civic engine block crack issue elliotts help forums. On some 200608 and early production 2009 civics, the engine cylinder block may leak engine coolant, resulting in engine overheating. I am just 3 months outside of the 10 year warranty on the engine block. It also has a pending recall for the passenger side airbag since they havent gotten. You can find this engine in the ninth generation honda civic. The consumer stated the engine block problem should be treated as a recall due to the severity of the problem. Turned out to be a cracked block, not a blown head gasket.
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