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2003 Honda Accord

Vibration When Braking Due to Rotor Problem

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The front brake rotors can warp and cause a vibration when braking. The rotors will need to be machined or in cases where they are worn to thin, replaced to correct this issue.

152 Reports

Transmission Failure Common

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Automatic transmission failures are common, Automatic transmission failure on these vehicles will generally require overhaul or replacement of the transmission. In the event of a  failure, it may be worthwhile to check with Honda to see if they may offer assistance for this repair. As these vehicles age, Honda has become less likely to help out with these transmission related repairs.

74 Reports

Front Compliance Bushings May Crack

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Front compliance (lower control arm ) bushings tend to crack and break requiring replacement.

52 Reports

Vibration, Roughness, and Rattle Due to Damaged Engine Mounts

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Damaged engine mounts can lead to vibration and roughness felt in the steering wheel. A rattle in the dash and engine area may also be heard. Replacement of damaged mounts will commonly correct these issues.

37 Reports

Radio/Climate Control Display May Go Dark

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The radio and climate control display can go dark on some models. It will be necessary to replace the affected unit to correct this concern. Some customers have reported receiving help from Honda regarding this repair.

37 Reports

Plugged Moon Roof Drains May Cause Water Leak

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Plugged moon roof drains can cause a water leak inside the car. The water will usually leak onto the driver's or passenger's head when the car turns a corner.

26 Reports

Clock Light May Burn Out

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The clock light has a tendency to burn out.

25 Reports

Problems Shifting Into 3rd Gear

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Some models have shift quality problems when shifting into third gear. A new "third gear set" from Honda will address this issue.

22 Reports

Engine Oil Leaks Due to Porous Engine Block Casting

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The engine may develop and oil leak due to a porous engine block casting. The repair procedure is dependent on where the leak is located. Honda has released a service bulletin covering model years 1998-2003. Honda may offer assistance with repairs, determined on a case by case basis.

17 Reports

Knocking Noise From Rear of Vehicle

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One or both of the rear sway bar end links may break resulting in a knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle.

14 Reports

ABS Modulator May Leak Air and Cause Low Brake Pedal

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The ABS modulator (hydraulic unit) can leak air into the brake system and cause a low brake pedal. A new ABS modulator will be needed if it is diagnosed to be the source of the leak.

13 Reports

Check Engine Light Due to Failed Air Fuel Sensor

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Issues with the air fuel sensor (oxygen sensor) can set a Check Engine Light.  A failed sensor will need to be replaced for this repair.

 

9 Reports

Driver's Door May not Open

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The driver's door latch assembly can break internally, which causes the door to stay closed. The interior and exterior door handles do not work to open the door. Our technicians note that the door panel must be removed while the door is closed (likely damage will occur) and the latch assembly must be drilled in a specific spot for the door to open.

9 Reports

Air Conditioning Blowing Warm Air

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The AC condenser failed due to contact with road debris and a lack of protection for the condenser.

6 Reports

Head Lights Dim, Check Engine Light On

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A faulty Electric Load Detector (ELD) can cause the head lights to dim and/or illuminate the Check Engine Light. A failed ELD will require replacement.

5 Reports

PCM update to fix misfire and false CEL

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The PCM can misinterpret misfire data and set a false Check Engine (MIL) light requiring a PCM update to repair.
4 Reports

Unevenly set camber may cause vehicle to drift to right

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The car may drift to the right because the camber (alignment setting) is set unevenly. A 4-wheel alignment will be needed to reset the camber angle.
4 Reports

The Brake Pedal May Feel Hard After Vehicle Has Set For Extended Time

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If the brake pedal feels hard the first time it is pressed in the morning, it could be due to a problem with the vacuum supply hose for the brake booster. A revised brake booster hose is available to address this concern.

3 Reports

Defective Timing Belt Tensioner May Cause Premature Timing Belt Failure

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Accords powered by the V6 engine had a defective timing belt tensioner that could result in excess "slack" in the timing belt. This could cause premature timing belt failure, which could result in serious engine damage.

3 Reports

Update PCM/replace fuel pressure regulator to fix long crank time

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A long cranking time before the engine starts might require a PCM software update and replacement of the fuel pressure regulator.
3 Reports

Front Compliance Bushings May Crack

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Front compliance (lower control arm ) bushings tend to crack and break requiring replacement.

3 Reports

ABS Light Due to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Fault

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Occasionally, the anti-lock brake (ABS) warning light may illuminate. This could be due to a faulty rear wheel speed sensor. The sensor design has been updated and revised parts are available to correct this problem.

 

2 Reports

Faulty Limit Switch May Prevent Moon Roof From Closing

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The moon roof may not close all the way because of a faulty limit switch. The headliner must be removed to replace the limit switch.

2 Reports

Check Engine Light and Higher Than Normal Idle Cold

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If the idle is higher than normal when the engine is cold and the Check Engine Light is on, the powertrain control module (PCM) may need a software update to fix the concern.

2 Reports

Computer may misinterpret low battery voltage and cause CEL

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The computer can misinterpret a low battery voltage and can cause a false Check Engine (MIL) light to come on. Updating the PCM can correct this issue.
2 Reports

Update PCM software if engine makes noise when accelerating

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If the engine is knocking or pinging when accelerating, the PCM may need updated software.
2 Reports

Software update to correct false air fuel sensor fault

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The PCM can misinterpret data from the air fuel sensor and set a false Check Engine (MIL) light requiring a PCM update to repair.
2 Reports

Honda Fuel Pump Relay Recall

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Honda issued a recall on some 2005 Accord models due to a defective fuel pump relay. If the fuel pump relay fails, the car will stall or fail to start. For more information on this recall please click here»

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