1998 Honda Accord Catalytic Convertor Problems
- 21
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- catalytic converter · 22 records
- check engine · 15 records
- engine light · 15 records
- light came · 8 records
- oxygen sensor · 5 records
- converter replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Catalytic Convertor
December 2004: rec'd a letter from honda, inc. Stating: certain 1998-99 accords do not meet state and federal emissions regulations. During some driving conditions, your vehicle may emit a level of emissions above standards set by the epa and carb. To correct this problem, your honda dealer will adjust the air bleed screw on your vehicle's throttle body. This work will be done free of charge". <p> april 2005: took…
ODI 10169143
Catalytic Convertor
Check engine light came on in july 03 at 110k miles, code p0420. To pass emissions, after talking to several sources, i replaced the catalytic converter with an oem replacement ($250 instead of $800 from the dealership). The c.e. Light has now come back on with the same code as before, p0420. Obviously there is a problem with the car's emission system or it's sensors. The light stayed off for 11 months with the new…
ODI 10098728
Catalytic Convertor
Check engine light came on about 2 months ago. It went off without anything being done. Since then the cel has gone on and off for 4-5 times. I took the car in okimoto's for service and they found po420, catalytic converter inefficiency. This is on a 1998 honda accord, that has been well-maintained. Took the car to norm reeves and the got the same code po420. Cost of repair $1000. Many people are having problems…
ODI 10093711
Catalytic Convertor
Vehicle failed california state inspection due to catalytic converter failure. Honda stopped manufacturing the 1998 catalytic converter. *ak
ODI 10072171
Catalytic Convertor · Emission Control
I have a 1998 honda accord lx v4. I have repeatedly had problems with the check engine light comming on. I have already replaced the o2 sensors and had the code cleared at least 4 times within the last year. My mechanic has noted that he can not find anything wrong with the car. I have recently found this website, http://www.cartrackers.com/forums/live/honda/33.html and it has become apparent to me that this is not…
ODI 10066084
Catalytic Convertor · Equipment
The catalytic converter on my honda accord was replaced in 2002. Now, february 2004, the honda dealer tells me that it needs to be replaced again.*ak
ODI 10056426
Catalytic Convertor · Horn
Dt: 1998 honda accord. The contact states the horn does not blow while the vehicle is being driven. When the vehicle stops the horn will blow. This has been happening for over a year. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership, and they stated it will cost $800 to fix it. The contact stated the vehicle kept stalling and there was a heat at her feet . Took the vehicle to the dealership. This has been happening…
ODI 10139049
Catalytic Convertor
Check engine light has been on & off intermitantly since purchasing the car in 2002. The light has now been on for over 3 months. I have had the dealer check this numerous times, and got error codes ranging from o2 sensor failure, which was replaced, to catalytic converter failure. Twice the dealer stated there was no problem and reset the computer. The most recent tests revealed a catalyticconverter problem, which…
ODI 10118650
Catalytic Convertor
At 87,200 miles my car's check engine light came on, the dealership informed me the diagnostic exam ($83.00) showed a failure in my catalytic converter, it would cost $891 (no labor). The serviceman said that this "might" solve the problem. *jb
ODI 10018952
Catalytic Convertor
At approximately 87,500 miles, the check engine light came on in my 1998 honda accord ex sedan. Computer diagnosis of the trouble code read "catalyst deterioration." i had the catalytic converter replaced, and the light came back on three weeks later. This time, the trouble code said that there was a bad primary oxygen sensor. This too, was replaced, and i am hoping that the light stays off. *jb
ODI 10018867
Catalytic Convertor
The check engine light went on at about 82000 miles for my 1998 honda accord lx, 4 cylinder. After replacing spark plug wires, spark plugs and air filter, the light went off for about a week. The check engine light illuminated again. The computer code says that there's a problem with the catalytic converter. However, others on the following forum had their catalytic replaced, and the light resumed after some period…
ODI 10010689
Catalytic Convertor
The check engine light went on at 92000 miles. I had the vehicle's computer codes evaluated by a shop and they indicated the post oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10018753
Catalytic Convertor
Catalytic converter has a premature life span according to a number of mechanics that i have talked to. The "check engine" light came on around 80,000 miles, and the mechanic said the computer sensed a failure in the catalytic converter. We had the honda extended warranty but they stated that it did not cover the catalytic converter *ak
ODI 10049610
Catalytic Convertor
1998 honda accord ex 4-cylinder, manual transmission: check engine light appeared at 71,000 miles; although resolved through replacement of the catalytic converter "under warranty", such early failure should be documented by nhtsa as subsequent failures are likely. Suspect is faulty/sub-standard catalytic converter used by honda.uggestion: query manufacturer on in/out of warrenty failures on catalytic converters for…
ODI 10037312
Catalytic Convertor · Disc · Switch
Engine check light has illuminated. Cause unknown. Dealer has been contacted. *ak the front brake pads were worn, in which the dealer replaced, the engine would stall while driving, the catalytic converter was replaced, the ignition switch was replaced which was the cause of the check engine light coming on and the stalling.*jb
ODI 8015534
Catalytic Convertor
Engine check light came on and owner took vehicle to dealership. Dealer replaced oxygen sensor. A couple of thousand miles later, catalytic converter failed. *ak when the vehicle was purchased the check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership where the vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine. The result was that it was something with the catalytic convertor, but that it was…
ODI 8016868
Catalytic Convertor
Catalytic converter has failed at an early age. My repair shop claims to 'see it a lot' the repair is $1070. Honda deems it normal wear.*ak
ODI 763942
Catalytic Convertor
Catlytic converter heat shields deteriorate rapidly under normal use leading to car undercarriage overheating and/or fire. Suggest replace shields with a thicker gauge metal shield.*ak
ODI 751452
Catalytic Convertor · Fuel Gauge System · Fuel System, Other · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
#1-7941 miles (gas gauge failed), #2-22960 miles (gas gauge failed-replaced fuel sending unit), #3--34496 miles (gas & temp. Gauges fail-replaced entire meter/gauge set-mileage reset to 0), #4-34996 miles (all gauges failed-replaced loose ground connection), #5-44257 miles (catalytic converter failed, pcv & egr-all replaced) ***this car has been a lemon from day one. The true mileage is unknown because it has failed…
ODI 745474
Catalytic Convertor
The check engine light on my 1998 honda accord came on again after 101000 miles. The dealership says the catalytic converter will have to be replaced. It seems a common problem with 1998 honda accord, but the company has not commenced any recall to fix this issue. *jb
ODI 10088760
Catalytic Convertor
The check engine light keeps illuminating. On consumers 6th visit to the dealer, consumer was informed that the catalytic convertor needed replacing. *jg
ODI 568236