2001 Honda Accord EX review from North America
"My Worst Nightmare"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car has been a major disappointment. The ABS light has been on for over a year, the dealer can't find a fix so I'm stuck with that.
The SRS light is also on, and so is the check engine light, none of these things can be fixed by the dealer unless I spend at least a grand on some computer thing.
The brakes where replaced because they were shuddering, and lo and behold, 3 months later they are doing it again.
The transmission shifts harshly, as I searched on the Internet I found out that there is a recall on the tranny.
The TCS (traction control system) light is also on.
The funny thing is that I also own a 1988 Accord, and besides regular maintenance and wear and tear, I can't complain. It runs like a champ and nothing is wrong with the car, I've had that one since new. LOL.
General comments?
The good things are:
It's quiet.
It accelerates well. I've driven it up to 135mph.
Nice ride.
It looks good.
Loaded with goodies.
The leather is nice and soft, many seating positions.
Radio and CD player sound great.
Its spacious.
Big trunk.
Too bad that I wound up with a lemon, I don't think I'll be keeping this one for much longer.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 89000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 20th May, 2006 |