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#96 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [peachey] by sr146260211

Oct 14, 2009 (5:59 am)

Replying to: peachey (Oct 14, 2009 5:06 am)
" I test drove a 2009 CR-V with a Honda technician and the body vibration was even worse in this new vehicle which was confirmed by the tech"
 
Bought a 2010, test drove just today after reading your post from 0 mph all the way up to 68 mph on our highway and did not notice any vibration. If this was wide spread, me thinks this complaint would be very lengthy like the 2002 thru 2006 air compressor issue on this forum.

#97 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [peachey] by gkg452

Oct 14, 2009 (6:19 am)

Replying to: peachey (Oct 14, 2009 5:06 am)
With the number of similar problems being experienced by many CR-V owners across several model years, why is it that Honda persists in manufacturing vehicles without correcting the problem? The Honda tech who worked on mine admitted to the service manager that mine was minor in severity compared to others that he has come across. As I mentioned in an earlier post, the vibration seems to lessen considerably the longer the drive. However, even then there is still rattling going on in the dash area including the glove box door and also in the cup holder unit.
 
I too worry about long term wear and tear and in my last letter to Honda Canada, I expressed my concern with safety but have not heard back from them on this.
 
Interesting to hear about the dealer's proposal to trade up to a 2010 model. Your observation of similar problems with the 09 model mirrors my experience with a new 09 as well. I wonder if the 2010 model has the same problem?

#98 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [sr146260211] by lzc

Oct 14, 2009 (7:21 am)

Replying to: sr146260211 (Oct 14, 2009 5:59 am)
I recall some comments soon after the 2007 model was released about the car running rough at idle. And some people find that the CR-V's short wheelbase delivers a choppy ride on less than smooth freeways.
 
But, Honda sells far too many CR-Vs for the roster of unhappy buyers to be anything other than fairly small.

#99 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [peachey] by blueiedgod

Oct 14, 2009 (9:52 am)

Replying to: peachey (Oct 14, 2009 5:06 am)
subsequent to installation of new Cooper CS4 Touring tires. Balancing and road force did not correct and the Coopers were replaced with Michelin Latitude Tour HP tires with no improvement again after balancing and road force.
 
Aren't both sets of tires directional?
 
Sometimes, improper installation of directional tires results in vibrations. I would check if all 4 tires are rotating in the proper direction. It should be indicated on the sidewall with an arrow.

#100 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [blueiedgod] by peachey

Oct 15, 2009 (8:10 am)

Replying to: blueiedgod (Oct 14, 2009 9:52 am)
I checked with the tire dealer from whom the tires were purchased. Neither the Cooper CS4 Touring or Michelin Latitude Tour HP are directional tires.

#101 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [peachey] by blueiedgod

Oct 15, 2009 (12:26 pm)

Replying to: peachey (Oct 15, 2009 8:10 am)
Just an FYI.
 
Cooper CS4 Touring Recall

#102 of 140 CR-V After Market Options by ylrebmikaka

Oct 17, 2009 (1:46 pm)

2009 Honda CRV
 
Can you put an after market Blue Tooth Integrated/Radio System, in the vehicle without problems?
 
Can you put an after market Remote Start, in the vehicle without problems?
 
Any suggestions on the Blue Tooth Technology for the CRV?

#103 of 140 Re: CR-V After Market Options [ylrebmikaka] by blueiedgod

Oct 20, 2009 (9:55 am)

Replying to: ylrebmikaka (Oct 17, 2009 1:46 pm)
2009 Honda CRV
  
Can you put an after market Blue Tooth Integrated/Radio System, in the vehicle without problems?
  
Can you put an after market Remote Start, in the vehicle without problems?
  
Any suggestions on the Blue Tooth Technology for the CRV?
 
I have Pioneer AVIC 700 BT with: AM/FM/Sat/HD/CD/SD/DIVX/XVID/MP3/WMA/AUX/BlueTooth/GPS/VoiceRecognition.... I had to get a PAX translator to integrate the steering wheel controls, and XM receiver to enable SAT radio. So, yes it can be done.
 
There are aftermarket remote starting systems. Just make sure you pick one that does not require you to leave your spare key in the car.
 
All aftermarket remote starters defeat the immobilizer chip either by requireing spare key to be in the vehicle, or by generating the code to mimic the key presence.

#104 of 140 Re: Beware of CR-V Vibration - Honda Canada's Response [gkg452] by peachey

Oct 30, 2009 (11:09 am)

Replying to: gkg452 (Oct 14, 2009 6:19 am)
This is the latest response from American Honda regarding the severe body vibration exhibited by my 2007 Honda CR-V:
 
As an aside, after Buckeye Honda, Lancaster, Ohio, advised that I would have to "live with it" I filed a customer claim with BBB Auto Line. BBB Auto Line refused to arbitrate with American Honda because the mileage on my CR-V was in excess of the Honda warranty (36,000) at the time I filed the claim (even though the mileage documented by Buckeye Honda for the first of five attempted repairs was less than 36,000). It was explained by the BBB that I did not meet the "Time Period for Filing" for the claim to be eligible under their program. Since I put my misguided faith in Honda by allowing five months to elapse while Buckeye Honda dithered around before they told me to "live with it" the claim was determined to be untimely.
 
Today I was informed by a customer service representative at American Honda that this body vibration is [quote] an inherent condition in this vehicle and not a defect [unquote]. Supposedly Honda engineers verified that this body vibration does not present a safety issue (this is debatable) and since the 2009 CR-V which I test drove [apparently a determining factor] demonstrated the same vibration, that this car has no defect. I beg to differ and advised him that my next car will be a Chevrolet. Also, Buckeye Honda has seen the last of my continued patronage.

#105 of 140 2010 model-no vibration to report by sr146260211

Oct 30, 2009 (11:50 am)

30 days only with my new 2010 EX-L and no vibration issues to report. So at least for this short period, is not an inherent condition in this vehicle for 2010 model

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