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Report: Faulty head gasket may cause oil and coolant leaks

Honda Civic Problem
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Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995

Engines Affected: 1.5L 4 Cylinder, 1.6L 4 Cylinder

Average Mileage: 150,000 mi (130,000 mi - 180,000 mi)

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Certain models can leak oil externally or allow coolant into the combustion chamber due to a faulty head gasket. The head gasket needs to be replaced to correct this problem.

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