- the manifold of a 1999 Honda Civic was cracked, and there was no warranty on the vehicle. The failure was similar to the one in the model years: 1996 to 1998. The manifold's crackwas near the oxygen sensor. The contact called Honda corporation, who stated that the warranty expired and they would not speak with her. She should call America Honda customer relations. She was informed that the warranty and the problems that she was having was VIN specific and the recall did not apply to this vehicle. This failure started in 2005, and she replaced the cracked manifold. Now, the catalytic converter malfunctioned.

- San Jose, CA, USA

The problem started with a defective cvt type transmission. Complained to american Honda and they agreed to replace the transmission if I paid $504 in labor costs. One year later the transmission died again, I now believe they only flushed out the old transmission I doubt they replaced the transmission. I complained again and had it replaced. Now the problem is the check engine light. It cost $80 just for them check the computer which has been done twice. I was told that the car's computer was malfunctioning and that there was nothing seriously was wrong with the car. Had the computer replaced after splitting the cost with american Honda so it cost me $396. Two weeks later the check engine light is back on, I went to advanced auto parts and had the computer codes read for free they said it was a malfunctioning O2 sensor, now the dealership wants another $260 each sensor plus labor to change both sensors.

- Lithonia, GA, USA

My check engine light has been coming on periodically for a few months. I was informed when I took it to Honda that my catalytic converter needed to be replaced. I wanted to check on a second opinion just to be safe. When doing so I have been to 3 different independent automotive repair shops that specialize in Honda's. each states that there have been a number of requests for catalytic converters over the past 8-9 months for my same model. I found that to be very disturbing. I would strongly suggest that this be looked further into.

- Chester, VA, USA

While driving in an intersection during rush hour traffic, the vehicle's engine check light came on, the vehicle started to idle near zero causing the vehicle to stall. Vehicle was taken to dealer and I was told it was the catalytic converter. Manufacture was notified and they stated it will take 3-6 months to repair because Honda manufacture has to develop a part in Japan because the part is not available. Will notify the epa office.

- Lanham, MD, USA