Want to drive my car off a cliff
#11
01-07-2011, 09:44 AM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
It sounds like maybe your 12V battery is toast. Have you replaced it yet?
#12
01-07-2011, 09:45 AM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
My 07 is officially the worst car I've ever had. IMA light for awhile. Software update - Now just terrible to drive. 7 recals today so far. I might have 7 bars and no assist prior to the recal so I never know when I'll have power.
I've contacted the BBB warranty dispute line as well as my state's Department of Justice warranty division. Both have contacted HofA with no reply yet.
What more can I do? This car is the worst. It was fine until the summer started. I thought once the heat was gone it would be better but it is terrible. I can't sell it and I refuse to pay to replace something that is still under warranty.
60k on 80k warranty. Driven by me since new - was a 50+mpg car. Now 40 and no power....
I've contacted the BBB warranty dispute line as well as my state's Department of Justice warranty division. Both have contacted HofA with no reply yet.
What more can I do? This car is the worst. It was fine until the summer started. I thought once the heat was gone it would be better but it is terrible. I can't sell it and I refuse to pay to replace something that is still under warranty.
60k on 80k warranty. Driven by me since new - was a 50+mpg car. Now 40 and no power....
What is the dealer's excuse for not replacing the pack if the IMA light is staying on? I thought the IMA light was the criteria for replacement.
#15
02-06-2011, 05:32 PM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
I currently own a 2006 HCH II. It was normal up until the software "up"grade. Now it acts similar to all of the descriptions that I have been reading in the forums. Recals, mileage drop, starting up with no bars on the battery indicator, charging while accelerating up hill. I have three other Hondas currently. I am afraid these will be my last.
I cannot believe a company like Honda is letting their reputation die for a problem that they have inflicted on the public. I cannot do business with a disreputable company.
I cannot believe a company like Honda is letting their reputation die for a problem that they have inflicted on the public. I cannot do business with a disreputable company.
#17
02-06-2011, 08:46 PM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
1carus.... my situation was somewhat different.... at around 24K mile it was recalling frequently, sluggish at time and mileage dropped from 44 to 40 mpg. The dealer applied the "upgrade" and things got much worse. The dealer's "hybrid" qualified mechanic drove the car for a few days and agreed that things were not operating as they should. Honda USA did not want to replace the IMS battery as it had not "failed". The dealer met with the regional rep and the end result was the battery was replaced and I am back to 44Mpg. The results were good for me but it appears that I am one of the "lucky" ones.
#18
02-07-2011, 10:48 AM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
American Honda knows precisely what's going on. The batteries are dying at an alarming rate and they are hiding from the issue. They created a software patch that all but eliminates use of the battery - which kills power and mileage - then force you into the patch before they will look at your car.
The dealer is not permitted to tell you anything is wrong with your car in most cases because American Honda will not back the repair. All warranty work must be approved by American Honda per their protocol. IMA issues and battery related stuff need to be DEAD before they will even acknowledge that there might be a problem. Sell it, trade it or get it stolen.
The dealer is not permitted to tell you anything is wrong with your car in most cases because American Honda will not back the repair. All warranty work must be approved by American Honda per their protocol. IMA issues and battery related stuff need to be DEAD before they will even acknowledge that there might be a problem. Sell it, trade it or get it stolen.
#19
02-07-2011, 11:42 AM
Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
I put an end to my misery...
My dealer offered to buy My 2009 HCH II back from me at book value. I took him up on the offer....
I'll take my money and buy a hybrid or EV from someone else....
My dealer offered to buy My 2009 HCH II back from me at book value. I took him up on the offer....
I'll take my money and buy a hybrid or EV from someone else....
#20
02-07-2011, 07:27 PM
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Re: Want to drive my car off a cliff
It'll be interesting to see the reaction when they roll-out the 2012 Civic Hybrid. With so many current owners either burned or hearing other horror stories.
