Maybe someone can help meI have 2010 Honda PilotI was driving it on the highway..The check engine light came on as well as the VTM-4 lightIt didnt fell any different. Especially when. any help out there? ENGINE BUILDING IS NOT A SIMPLE BRAKE JOB!! It cut out on me in rush hour in a tunnel (I live on the peninsula in Virginia and travel to the south side via tunnel) Now I am scared to death to drive this car and unfortunately I owe so much on it, it sits parked. My 4 cylinder is also doing this. I would like advice on how I should proceed following this lawsuit. I have a 2010 Pilot. Pretty stupid for a vehicle only a few years old. Im disappointed I wasnt notified in advance that additional engine work would be needed to permanently fix this issue. Im wondering, how many vehicles have had this misfire problem? Had cylinder 1 misfire 6/15 and repaired, had the same issue 11/16 also repaired, now having the same issue AGAIN 5/17 six months later. What they ought to be getting is a new class action law suit to show they are still doing business as usual deceiving the public and making a boatload of money in the process! This is my first and also last Honda vehicle. 3:12-cv-1377-SI (N.D. I might ask how much are they charging you for all of this? WHAT???? Update: now, after all 4 piston rings and spark plugs have been replaced, the van is diagnosed with bad engine. (I felt they know whats going on because I went to autozone for a code read the misfire code was still there). Honda extends Accord, CR-V warranty over fouled piston rings | New and Used Car Reviews, Research & Automotive-Industry News & LeftLaneNews I think previously this was only 7 years / 160,000kms. The TSB is the result of A-A-Classction lawsuit. This is what I get from a certified Honda Tech that I need to add oil to my 2008 Honda Accord. I had my oil changed and 4 weeks later my car did not register any oil on the oil dip stick so this is effecting more then the V6 Honda Accords because mine is a 4 cylinder. They advised it was from the oil getting into the combustion chamber just like the V6s. I have always LOVED Honda, but now I am very skeptical. 3:12-cv-01377-SI, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Whoever left Honda This car is already out of the warranty so I guess they must have an internal recall on this. Question type: Maintenance & Repair. Now all 3 catalytic converters in my car have failed at the same time. Ive owned 5 Odysseys, 2 Accords, 2 Acura Integras, 1 Acura Vigor, 1 Honda RIdgeline, 1 Honda CBR, 1 Honda lawnmower. Is there a way for me to be compensated? I thought all members of a potential class action suit were supposed to be notified and given the option to opt out. They said the warranty was 8 years from time of purchase and unlimited miles. Theyre like trick magicians rings. Installing a "muzzler" will in most cases fix the problem. The rings are just called that, but they arent actually rings. This issue needs another class action lawsuit! Flushed my radiator, flush the transmission etc. I have an 2008 honda accord sedan ex jus had 6500 miles when its started to gave hard start I change the starter,crank sensor, spark plugs, same problem finally went to the 5th shop the oil was low thats why its gave hard start and Gare down when driving I lost so much money try to find out wat the problem was an money gone to wase with all the fix I did all I do now top it up with oil every 2weeks it have 7600 miles now idk wat to do, 2010 Honda Odessa yes cylinder oil damage just like everyone else. Now I just hope it is done correctly since it seems like a major problem. Therefore, when the piston rings fail, the car will experience a myriad of problems that may ultimately damage the entire engine. The dealership had us call Honda Customer Care and ask if they would extend for us since we are just 4 months past. Recent Posts Unread Posts Tags, Forum Icons: I have the exact same model and the exact same problem. If things have reached that point I dont understand why they just didnt source a new engine and be done with it. I have a 2011 Honda Pilot they unfortunately had the piston rings issue that was common for the model. Now faced with the $4000k piston redo. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. I was able to get a hold of someone. Back in January wife was experiencing what we took to be mild mis-firing so my wife took the Pilot into the the local dealer. I am having same problem with 2011 Honday Odyssey. I didnt realize the class action required replacing the timing belt. Now, left ball joint is bad. Car has been back to dealer 5 times and this morning the check engine light is back on. Does anyone know why this would be? I have brought it in twice for it burning oil, and they have overfilled it so it looks like it is not low when I check it again. As part of the settlement of the class action, Honda extended the power train warranty to eight years from date of purchase, as I understand it. your claim status, claim form or questions about when payments are I have not had any misfire codes come up on my car Yet?2009 V6 with 68 k . The first time it was misfiring, I took it to a shop and they fixed it. By Tom Torbjornsen. Major engine repair can lead to a lot of down time. My question is: Is this normal or not (I am a woman and Im not sure the tech/dealership is being honest with me. Car Battery not powering ignition during cold weather (2018 VW Atlas). I absorbed the lousy brake issues but now this is really pissing me off! Then a month ago I took it in for the same problem and also my warranty was up! I didn't see a lot about VCMTuner II so I thought I'd start a new thread. Had the misfiring problem, which cost me $481 to replace all sparkplugs at 37,000 mi. Check vin number; phone 888-888-3082. This warranty covers any defects or malfunctions in your new VCMuzzler II. Before I could have the work performed, I noticed a loud noise coming from the engine so I added that to the list to be investigated. I always keep a spare coil in my trunk.. maybe the cars been at the dealership for a long time, because theyre swamped with warranty work, Perhaps that other warranty work is repairing engines, just like OPs, Maybe they were already seriously backlogged, when OP showed up. I knew it wasnt normal for my car to shake and tremble the way it does. Engine repaired as required under settlement. I think thats a great idea to open a new class action. This isnt ford or chevy, Its Honda we bought Honda for a reason, if wanted to rebuild and engine every 100k would have gone with another car company. How do I go about contacting them? My 2010 4 cylinder Accord has the same issue with excessive oil burning. Is there anything that can be done for 2008 4 cylinder Honda Accord for this claim as I have missed this and did not know this was an issue. My 2014 Honda Odyssey has been experiencing this issue for the last 8 months or so. Almost immediately, it misfired again. I said hell no ,you pay all repairs.This was not my doing. Unable to retrieve recalls information at this time. My pilot is now the third car which is now the dog and winter car. I heard from my mechanic that Honda issued an extended warranty for the oil consumption issue. this is a bullshit settlement. Only had maybe 40,000 miles the first time, only have a 100,000 now. Im the second owner of a 2008 Honda Accord Sedan EXL v6.We purchased from the original owner @ 103k.We too noticed oil consumption,1/2 to 3/4 qt of oil,500 miles+-.We are currently in the process of an oil consumption test @ Sunset Honda,San luis Obispo,Ca..Did your Honda dealership relent with your persistent questioning of oil consumption?What exactly did you do to get your short block replaced? I hope they fix it today because I am getting rid of it moving on to a better car. There are a lot of unknown factors such as when the vehicle was diagnosed, when the repair was approved by Honda and how long it takes to get the parts. Can I still claim for this missfiring problem? So my question is do I need to sign up for this class action suit? 2011 Honda Pilot misfiring. yes? thank you! Just don't forget to push it again when you hit the highway. Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pilot and 2011-2013 Odyssey passenger vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2008, through December 21 . status of any class action settlement claim. I will be calling to find out how I can get my car covered for another 4 years. I wll buy U.S. next car for sure. If you get a check, let us know! You must contact the Like are they really not going to pay to fix it even though there is a WHOLE lawsuit about it, and my car has every single symptom stated in the lawsuit?? Honda performed a computer update and the car ran fine for a year. We are DONE! It is a 2010 Honda Accord EXL. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Alex Soto, et al. The dealership has fixed for free under recall both times so far. kidde model p3010cu recall. expected to be mailed out. Thanks. Very curious!! Is 1 and a half quarts of oil enough oil for the car to run properly? Almost immediately, they all misfired again. They are offering us a 15% discount for our trouble. I have a 2011 Odyssey with around 87,000 miles on it. Always change my oil early with oil filter. I have not received the settlement notice. Takata Airbag Inflator Recalls: The VCM Megathread - what is VCM, does my vehicle have VCMTuner II (Google their website - it's a direct order), S-VCM controller (Google their website - it's a direct order). When I took them to task about it, they backed off their initial stance that it was going to cost me around $6000 to repair. For additional recall assistance, click the Ask Dave by Hondabutton. Note: I have. How likely is it to occur? I really didnt want to argue with the Service Manager over the phone and really appreciated what they did to get my wife in and out as she needs to be back home later today. Despite being beyond the 8 year extension period as a result of the lawsuit, Honda picked up the tab for 75% of the repairs ($3000). After several years of the local dealer telling me the proper codes were not coming up to get the problems fixed I have replaced a set of spark plugs, 3-4 quarts of oil per month, along with the power steering pump that went out at 60,000 miles and, uh oh, we missed the time frame to submit that warranty claim. my 2009 Honda accord 4 cylinder has check engine flashing, VSA, Triangle all on. Here I am almost exactly 3 years and 50,000 miles later and the problem is back. I took it in to the Honda dealership earlier this week and they did a diagnostic. The dealership told me that Honda knew of the problem. Please object, complain or otherwise make this crappy settlement more noticeable. The fix isnt a guarantee either. Unfortunately, I am outside of the dates of the class action lawsuit, so Honda will not repair the vehicle. Im not leaking anything, but if I dont check the oil regularly, Im certain Im going to damage the engine. Then the engine light started flashing and my car started shaking so I turned it off and now I have to get it towed to Honda to fix. I'm just worried that my rings may be damaged and may go on to cause other problems. Always love them never more. Really disappointed with Honda right now. Photos: Honda Owner Reviews Write a Review J Rosingana on November 28, 2022 2011 Pilot using excessive amounts of oi Someone please HELP!!! Open Settlements When I took them to task about it, they backed off their initial stance that it was going to cost me around $6000 to repair. I agree on another law suit! I understand from the dealer that, regardless of when I learned about the suit, theres nothing they could have done until I experienced a problem. The gasket on the spool valve on older Honda Pilots is known to fail. Tell them theyre are required by the manufacture to replace this if they take it out. Been dealing with this and tired of throwing money in this car. They are all aware that this is a Huge Honda Problem. I also have a 08 Honda Accord. I am so irritated with them. Original owner of an 09 Odyssey. We have subsequently suffered a front catalytic converter failure error code P0430 as a result of the problem which caused the failure of the spark plugs. change the spark plugs with some NGK iridium or ruthenuim plugs, pay someone or do it yourself. Dealer said they can not fixed and recommend to buy new van. Have switched to high mileage synthetic oil and filter. You should already be using Mobil1 0W-20 'Hi-Mileage' oil - if not, drive it a week or so, then change. I'm a believer. Honda Automobile Customer Service Recall Line: (888) 234-2138 Monday-Friday: 6am-5pm PT Saturday: 7:30am-4pm PT For all other Honda Customer Service issues, please call: (800) 999-1009 toll free Monday-Friday: 6am-5pm PT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline (888) 327-4236 toll free safercar.gov My 2008 Honda Accord EXL was burning oil at 30,000 miles. Cal.). Honda will voluntarily recall 120 Odyssey vehicles and 150 Pilot vehicles from the 2013 model-year in the United States to replace the engine short block, free of charge. The junk yard engine would cost $4000 not including labor. So far its been running fine! does not research or authenticate any of the Answers provided. I love my Odyssey, but almost makes me want to go buy another manufacturers model. In our commitment to maintain outstanding safety, reliability, performance and environmental standards, Honda occasionally asks our owners to bring their Honda to a dealer to perform recalls and/or product updates. 2012 Honda Pilot 50K check engine light eventually led to misfire and repair under class action lawsuit. That makes THREE times we have replaced it with no luck. Your service adviser should be able to to update you on the status of your vehicle. Local Honda representative said Honda would cover 70% but they should really cover 100% since its a know problem with this generation of vehicle. Question is how long this Misfiring issue will last and will it be covered next time. Make sure they (the Honda dealer) does all engine work necessary and not just a change of spark plugs and coils, as this issue causes engine damage. The work being done for your Honda is a type of major engine repair. What is the symptoms of this misfire? Why wasnt I notified? What happened to the 7,500 miles Ive been duped into believing I would get between oil changes? We see that there was the recall for the piston rings and updating the pcm but my van no longer falls under this warranty. I do not have an oil consumption issue (yet) but the oil gets really really dirty very quickly. Same thing is basically happening with my 2012. I have a 2012 Honda Odyssey EXL 6 cylinder. So, I received my first misfire code in 2018 at 124,000 miles. Every 4-6 weeks i have to pull the fouled plug in Cyl 1 and replace it. Obviously, the issue continued into 2014 and should also be covered. I wasnt going for that crap, especially when I overheard the service manager talking about this defect two years ago. I originally thought it was the transmission because of some noise and what appeared to be slipping from 2-3 gear. They assure me that this repair can take a long time). When a class action suits settled like this, someone must notify all customers. Misfire piston 4 today. Many of these consumers will automatically receive a warranty extension while others will have to submit a claim by April . They want me to fork over $3900. A second wave of checks will go out this Fall, according to the Settlement Administrator. Engine in our 2012 Pilot locked up this week. you need to google it. If it is an actual recall, what country are you located in. I dont put a lot of creedence into most automotive lawsuits as there is usually no real justification for it other than an offended customer and lawyers who want to sue over everything. The recall began on September 16, 2013. Hi. I HAD A TUNE UP THE 1ST TIME , THE SECOND TIME AFTER MY OIL CHANGE THE VSA AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISAPPEARED . My car was diagnosed with the same issue by a Toyota dealer today and I plan to take it to an Honda dealer tomorrow and cant wait to hear what they will say. After dropping my car off I went home. Class Members of the Honda engine defect class action settlement include all current and former owners or lessees of one or more of the following Honda vehicles equipped with a 6-cylinder engine with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM-2), purchased or leased in the United States: Full reimbursement of your out-of-pocket repair expenses, plus a Warranty Extension. And if the issue with the engine is a misfire then I would not have to pay nothing. I just want to ensure that if i donothing, that a warranty extension will automatically be in force, protecting my vehicle for a period of time. Im livid, there is no way I can afford to sink 4k in this lemon for a piston swap, if thats whats going on. code. Without any confidence on the outcome asking customers to fork is insane. Is this real??? Dealer nor Honda will provide a rental. The FL350R has a 68mm stroke and was first released from Honda with an 80mm bore. Also, make sure the correct number of characters has been entered. 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