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Thanks for the Heads Up
by jimduncan
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Dec 09, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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I plan to buy in the next week and had narrowed my choices to 3 cars, one of which was the Accord V6. After reading this forum, I am no longer considering the Accord. I know it doesn't help those who are already having problems, but it stopped me from making a mistake and maybe Honda will pay more attention if buyers like myself start staying away because of this problem.
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Re: Thanks for the Heads Up [jimduncan]
by houdini1
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Dec 09, 2008 (8:01 pm)
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Replying to: jimduncan (Dec 09, 2008 6:11 pm)
OK so what else was in the running and what did you end up with? Did you actually drive the Accord for yourself, and if so, what were your impressions?
After reading about these problems I don't think I would opt for the Accord v6 either.
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Re: Thanks for the Heads Up [houdini1]
by jimduncan
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Dec 10, 2008 (6:16 am)
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Replying to: houdini1 (Dec 09, 2008 8:01 pm)
Houdini, I did drive the '09 V6. The Eco light comes on & off a lot, both on the freeway and in city driving, at least for my driving style. I occasionally felt a slight bump when it went on/off - I would describe it as being similar to a smooth 4-5 upshift. If I were 100% sure that is all it would ever do, I'd be fine with it. But the problems described here are too much for me to ignore. I'd kick myself if I got one & had these problems later.
Other cars considered are '08 TL and '09 TSX. Leaning toward the '09 TSX because of its amazing technology and awesome sound system, but I'm still in the heat of negotiations and am flexible.
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Re: Reply from Honda [anthonyy]
by goltr_man
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Dec 10, 2008 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: anthonyy (Nov 14, 2008 10:02 am)
Just sending all the messages on this board or any other would carry very little weight with Honda, but if each of us called them and complained then they would know that they had hundreds or many more customers with this problem. My work relates to computers and has done for 30+ years and I know this can be corrected by a computer chip upgrade at very low cost to Honda. So please call their Customer Care number. Thanks.
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VCM problems
by goltr_man
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Dec 10, 2008 (7:53 am)
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I have replied to several postings about this problem and wanted to post here to everyone. I have reported this to Honda's Customer Care department and have requested a Case # so I can add to it in the future. Honda is aware of the issue but doesn't have a fix in the works as I write here. They agreed with me that if many Honda customers filed a compliant like I did they would have to address it and work on a fix. They said only a handful have called in. So please take the complaint to the place something can be done about it, HONDA. We can all post here and other sites but we must all take the time to go to HONDA where they will be forced to fix this issue when enough of us complain. I just spoke with Honda and they confirmed that we can't send them emails or refer to someone elses Case # but each person must open their own Case # and the subject of VCM will show on their database. That way they will know how many VCM issues have been called in. So please call 1-800-999-1009 and tell them you want Honda to fix this issue. Thank You.
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Re: VCM problems [goltr_man]
by sunnfun
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Dec 11, 2008 (4:39 am)
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Replying to: goltr_man (Dec 10, 2008 7:53 am)
Sorry to burst your bubble but Honda is lying to you. There have been more than a "handful" of compliants about it - verified by my dealer tech who went on a ride with me and confirmed that they personally get several a week complaining about it. I actually wrote an email to all of the Sr Mgr's of the company (Pres/VP, etc..) - no response. Only thing that has happened is the marketing change to "nearly seemless". I suspect 2 things: 1). They are worried about a class action suit from the early purchasers and 2). I read somewhere they are basing their whole future on the VCM tech and admitting there is a problem would be company suicide. So I don't believe anything will happen to fix the problem. I have been a loyal customer for 20 years and this is my last Honda. I have advised anyone who asks not to buy Honda.
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Re: VCM problems [sunnfun]
by goltr_man
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Dec 11, 2008 (5:44 am)
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Replying to: sunnfun (Dec 11, 2008 4:39 am)
I am sure you are correct, to admit this is an issue would kill sales of the V6 model. I agree with you, I wouldn't purchase another Honda product with VCM. There is a side of Honda Corp. that makes very little sense, the Acura line was great in the days of the Legend but the RL is over priced, small, and full of problems. And now the Accord is headed in the same direction. Too large, too soft, and VCM. Too bad! If there is a Class Action suit I AM IN.
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Re: VCM problems [goltr_man]
by drums1954
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Dec 11, 2008 (6:12 am)
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Replying to: goltr_man (Dec 11, 2008 5:44 am)
I am close to getting an 09 Accord EX-L. 4Cyl..Have they fixed the problem with the flickering headlights??
I am really undecided BTW the 4 and the 6, but I heard that there are problems with the 6 also.
Can someone enlighten me???...Or should I look at the 09 Mazda6???
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Re: VCM problems [drums1954]
by pat HOST
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Dec 11, 2008 (7:15 am)
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Replying to: drums1954 (Dec 11, 2008 6:12 am)
Since this discussion is about the VCM issue in the 6 cylinder Accord, let's ask anyone here who has a response for you to reply to drums1954, "2009 Honda Accord" #214, 11 Dec 2008 6:09 am instead of in this discussion.
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VCM problems [drums1954]
by elliott2
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Dec 21, 2008 (4:46 pm)
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Replying to: drums1954 (Dec 11, 2008 6:12 am)
Run away from the 2008 Honda Accord. Great looking car; has serious vibration and quality problems. I drove my daughter's 2005 Accord today and was reminded how much I miss the older Accord that I traded in for my 2008 EXL-V6-NAV Accord. The 2005 runs smooth as silk; the transmission and engine are well matched. The 2008 Accord is a piece of crap.
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