Defective Timing Belt Tensioner May Cause Premature Timing Belt Failure on Honda Accord

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

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.

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Honda Accord vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 118,558 miles
(55,000 - 180,095)

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