1. Honda Accord
  2. Problems
  3. 2002
  4. Engine

2002 Honda Accord Engine Problems

16
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.

Among these 16 stored complaint records:

  • 1 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

What owners report

  • check engine · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi7
150–400k mi5
60–100k mi2

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • January 1, 2019 · 106,284 miles

    Engine · Power Train

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving, the vehicle failed to accelerate and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,284.

    ODI 11182013

  • March 9, 2018 · 86,000 miles

    Engine · Power Train

    Takata recall: my transmission of my vehicle needs to be replaced because a faulty part was used in the vehicle. The transmission slips and will cost $3,000 to fix because honda used a bad part. Honda has recalled transmissions in honda accords years in close proximity of the vehicles year. They however did not do this one and i feel like i shouldn't have to pay for their mistake.

    ODI 11079160

  • April 1, 2017 · 160,000 miles

    Engine

    The heads on this car have to replaced, we paid over $1,000 a few years ago to replace the heads in the car. This past year the same thing happened and it was going to cost over $1,000 again. But this time it cause the engine to lock up. There was a small leak in the engine casing because of the head in the car.

    ODI 11092254

  • May 6, 2016 · 279,000 miles

    Engine · Torque Converter · Vehicle Speed Control

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the contact observed a loud abnormal sound from the vehicle and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. In addition, the contact mentioned that she had the codes printed that showed that the torque converter and cylinder failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…

    ODI 10934797

  • October 1, 2015 · 182,500 miles

    Engine

    Although this vehicle has been properly maintained, the engine block is very cracked, which caused the radiator to get oil all in it. The car is not driveable.

    ODI 10860719

  • August 12, 2015 · 146,055 miles

    Engine · Steering · Suspension

    Driving around 60 m/p/h on 08/12/15 , a bang came from the right passenger side of the car. When i got home i inspected the problem. The engine sub-frame had rotten and fell apart, i was very lucky i did'nt have a bad accident. I went online and found out that honda had it ac drainpipe directs water, which is right onto the sub-frame in this section, which cause it to rust out faster than the rest of the frame. I…

    ODI 10749533

  • July 1, 2015

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Starter Assembly

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently and the engine stalled. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the starter need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the pressure was…

    ODI 10787969

  • January 22, 2015 · 130,500 miles

    Engine

    My honda was idling as i was clearing the snow off of the vehicle. When i got into my car, i could smell exhaust fumes, i assumed it was because it was idling. As i drove home, the smell faded, so i did not pay much attention to it. On 1/31/15 i had my car inspected & the oil changed. Aside from having the brakes & rotors replaced, all was well & the car passed inspection. On 2/8/15 i was driving home from the…

    ODI 10682782

  • January 1, 2015 · 126,000 miles

    Engine

    The seal on the balance shaft came out, draining all the engine oil out of the car. Possibly causing engine damage. The car had it's timing belt changed, now it has to be done again. Could have caused an engine fire. Honda does not have a recall but should. Dorman made a part to lock the seal in to prevent it from happening. Honda should have to reimburse for the expense. *tr

    ODI 10669762

  • January 13, 2014 · 131,000 miles

    Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train

    I have honda accord 2002 which has been regularly serviced by honda dealers. I recently got my 120k service done and spend about $1000 on service and parts. At that time everything was diagnosed ok. After couple of months driving the engine light came on. I went to the dealer and was told that my car needs transmission replacement with a cost of $4000 upward. I researched on the web and came to know that the 2002…

    ODI 10561511

  • September 14, 2013 · 136,900 miles

    Engine · Power Train

    The transmission has been reported as failing due to codes p0705 and p0706. My local honda dealership stated it would cost $4800 to replace the transmission. This is apparently a long standing issue with these models. *tr

    ODI 10544028

  • August 30, 2013 · 269,000 miles

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    August 2013 - just stopped while driving; placed in park and started ok; december 2013 - stopped on highway while driving - 60 mph in center lane - dangerous - placed in park and started again. Took to mechanic who replaced ignition switch as old hondas have been having this problem two days later, just stopped while driving on highway. Placed in park and tried to start; turned over, but didn't start - waited 1/2…

    ODI 10556097

  • July 29, 2013 · 148,761 miles

    Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control

    I was driving in traffic and my car's d4 light began blinking and when i would slow down to a complete stop the car would jerk before coming to a stop. I had to restart the car to get it to stop jerking. This has happened maybe 4 times before and i took it to someone and they said that the transmission could be going and i would need a new one. There are thousands of complaints about the transmissions on these older…

    ODI 10532714

  • June 22, 2013 · 190,000 miles

    Engine · Power Train

    When iam traveling with my and my wife because of transmission problem in my honda accord 2002 gears are not changing .as honda company know abt this transmission issue ( like know issue) and for fixing this we need to spend almost 5000$ .but we can't if honda company know this is common issue why they are not recalling those types of cars. *tr

    Crash reported

    ODI 10535440

  • June 15, 2012 · 87,000 miles

    Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control

    Lost power and unable to safely control car. Pulled into intersection and lost power in front of on-coming traffic. Defective transmission, cars is unable to shift, may lose power or accelerate suddenly. Well documented problem in honda transmission, unsafe to drive as power is unreliable and transmission can fail at any moment. Honda already previously named in class action lawsuit, problems remain. Honda refuses…

    ODI 10462224

  • January 11, 2011

    Engine

    The check engine light has given me a problem about 3 months after i purchased it used in 2011. Since then i have had the muffler fixed twice just recently march 22,2016 cost was $422 and prior in 2014.. The check engine light just keeps coming on ,and the vehicle inspection is failing because of emissions. I am fearful that odorless gasses are seeping into the car which is a hazard to myself and passangers

    ODI 10852429