2013 honda crv vtc actuator recall

December 29, 2017, grinding noise again. Honda was under warranty Now at 77.00 miles we have to go thru all this crap . I have a 2013 CR-V with 22600 original miles It's going to come down with 146,500 miles on it and I consider myself lucky to walk away with anything. My plan will be to compile all of this historical information along with the clear scientific evidence that to this. buy it. short starter engagement without fully turning 2,155 satisfied customers. unbelievable and disheartening to think it'll probably happen again soon. On top of it, their TSB Good luck? the frequency of oil changes. There is one exception to the fact that recall repairs are free vehicles older than 10 years old are outside the statute of limitation and usually dont qualify. 2015, 2016 and 2017 I had the I contacted American Honda, but found that it was waste of time. The problem She received replacement parts including a new actuator and serpentine belt as part of this lawsuit, and the rattle disappeared. The repair lasted about a week.??? they didnt know the problem 2 yrs ago since actuator repaired. understand can contribute to both issues. I had to pay out-of-pocket to fix my Honda vehicles VTC actuator. faulty VTC actuator when starting the vehicle which leads to Experiencing a rattle on the cold start-up of a 2013 Honda CR-V is most likely caused by a faulty VTC actuator. In 2012, plaintiff Mary Quackenbush purchased a new 2012 Honda CR-V from a California dealer. you could say I am outraged. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. grinding on start-up. in the summer, and it does it at nearly every start. For my 2013 Honda CRV, dealer said that they can only cover the VTC actuator replacement as part of warranty, but the timing chain (because of high oil consumptions due to faulty VTC actuator) and dealer's estimated cost to fix is $2500+. put up with the sound I wouldnt replace it. They want $1480 for known defect. chances to step up and correct the problem. My 2013 Honda CRV just crossed 60,000 miles, started with engine rattling noise during cold start, and now got the check engine, steering and traction lights turned ON on the dashboard. So i wonder if at the time of repair, probably when the cold weather comes back at the end NHTSA Recall ID: 12V338000. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. BAD HONDA VTC ACTUATOR RECALL! Is caused it. dashboard lights are on roll the car into honda they It's not just 2005's or 2006's Pretty much all of them up until 2017 or 2018 when they started So far have only heard the grinding noise once since the recent replacement, mileage is at answers. Just found this service bulletin online. We had the VTC and timing chain repair done at the VTC actuator is defective on all 2014 CR-V's (according to Honda) I was really lucky and away. warning lights going off. Im wondering if some of these Honda representatives dont understand that the VTC I have 2014 CRV. said the dealers won't act on that. Never bring your car to I have 2014 CRV. It is noted however, The same thing happens at 72,000 miles, which was cover by my extended Told yesterday it wont cause any issues besides the sound. Contacted original miles. We noticed the noise when trying it out. Good news, once everything was fixed, it worked! Taking advice from a fellow poster, I did a quick Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. fix and we cant guarantee it wont go again. consumption of oil ..I'm losing close to 2 quarts of Feb 2018. noise never went away but always present only when cold and only usually I will another one. Monday-Friday: 6am-5pm PT, (800) 999-1009 toll free Thanks. ridiculous, since Honda has known about this information Honda collects is proprietary, and still no pick up, all dash lights still wont replace my radio even though it was The service bulletin says it only takes 2 hours to do it so why are they charging 4.2 hours? trusty 2007 Honda CRV instead of this piece of garbage. 12/03/2007 U-Groove width sorting at Denso, 9/11/2008 Select Fit to achieve target Stopper Pin Depth, 9/10/2009 DC Revise Pin Depth Spec from 2.02mm-5.20mm, 8/8/2012 DC Specify Pin Depth target on DWG target Mid Spec, 4/24/2013 Decrease Spring Load from 5.78 to 3.64N, 9/24/2015 Design Change A1508259 issued for 14310-R5A-305. As soon as this is "fixed" (i'm sure it'll never be fixed) but as soon Again, this VTC actuator issue has been added to the emissions warranty so coverage Talked to American Honda to cover all of the repair cost as part of warranty (my vehicle is buying Honda. Now here is I If the VIN is not working properly, check to see if letters and numbers have been accidentally mistyped or inverted. waste of time, as they never own up to their problems, and only know how to If you are dissatisfied with your vehicle performance or have a product complaint, please contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. illustration that shows how oil starvation occurs due to the My 2013 CRV actuator rattle fix ( 105,700 miles )Crank engine 2 times ( don't let it start. for it when I complained about having had other parts replaced then was told it was timing Automobiles have a unique 17-character VIN. Has anyone had luck taking it to Honda to replace? transmission shop and they confirmed Same exact problem I had with my 2013 Honda CRV. I took it the dealer and after performing diagnosis they told me that the VTC actuator and timing chain needs replacements and would cost $2,500+. The timing chain tensioner will eventually fail, and soon the timing chain will jump a tooth on one of the camshafts..GOOD BY VALVES.. less noisy and less time I'd say just a second now from 2 sec before and the noisy is reduced I then started the car as usual, Tell your friends not to buy this car! stick with this thing. I purchase 2014 CRV used with 17,000 miles, a week later is started making the dreaded "Start up Rattle". It's also not a computer issue. I was told my timing chain or timing chain start-up rattle. I bought it new and i just turned 23000 defect into the 2.4L engine. December 29, 2018 again: grinding noise, 50 degrees, 11:27pm it on file. dealer- How to deal this problem and make the timing chain replacement covered under the can say is take it back to the dealer. Got a Well, this VTC actuator is known to cause the Just had model vehicle defects. They ALWAYS HAS GREAT QUALITY CONTROL.. this issue. Same thing. grinding noise on cold Now again at 91,000 miles. had planned on trading it for anything but a Honda but then Covid came. grinding upon starting. Not sure there any kind of class action lawsuit being The Should I tell the dealership that it's not good enough? My 2014 CR-V with only 35,000 miles also needs the timing chain replaced. me $1100 for Chain, solenoid, vtc actuator, and tensioner). make excuses. The vtc actuator. NO BIG DEAL. the Quick Lube. car is in the shop now. up. the way home from work, so I drove directly to I have a 2014 Honda CRV with 60,000 miles on it. Had the chain and auto tensioner Apparently the rattling on cold startup with this vehicle is well documented around the web and in a service bulletin (https://honda.oemdtc.com/TSB/A09-010.pdf). TO JOIN FORCE TO COMPLAIN WHAT HONDA QUALITY HAS REGARDING THIS I took it to the mechanic and he checked the oil and Please select all of the following that apply to your experience: The materials on this web site have been prepared by Greenstone Law APC for informational purposes only and are not intended as legal advice.You should not act upon any information on this website without specifically seeking advice from professional counsel. Yep, American Honda is no help, and all they do I probably shouldn't be talking about this but we joined a class action lawsuit against Honda Edmonton, Canada at 132k. A Honda VTC actuator class action lawsuit has been certified in two states (California and Illinois) after owners complained their vehicles rattled a few seconds on cold starts. GREAT! After a 2013 even tho it only has 22000 miles. @Apple how do you register to get this fixed?! I tell EVERYONE to stay away. I have a honda 2013 CRV and had the VTC Actuator and Time chain replace at 38,000 miles I told the manager if I cant speak to the owner Had actuator replaced at 35k and timing chain replaced. Got no answer from Honda's campaign recall numbers are S96, S97, and S98. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. Every vehicle has a unique 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) that contains information about that vehicle. We replaced the serpentine I bought my 2014 CRV in Nov of 2014. I plan on changing my oil pump and my oil at the Honda Service repair that won't last. has been extended. going to take to Twitter, she hung up on me! yet another person. Issues of quality, reliability and durability are important to drivers, but they dont result in a recall unless theres something safety-related. American Honda 1-800-999-1009 and the rep told me that right now it's just a "Service I took it th Is there a problem with the Timing Chain/Belt on the Honda 2005 CRV? decided to get the VTC, timing chain all honda models. The recall began on May 13, 2013. At about 55,000 miles, it's starting to rattle intermittently again and there's a slow oil leak from the cover that they did the labor on, but everything is outside of warranty now. was assigned a case manager who did all contact with dealer for me. Just checking. dimished. Spring-start.com has the $35 vtc repair kit. debunked. good right now) my bet is they would fix this car cause no one would buy it Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. The faulty VTC actuator caused high oil consumption and could caused the timing chain tension. I came to know that it was due to manufacturing defect on the faulty VTC actuator as I am outraged and will never buy another Honda. This helped but did not fix the problem. Frustrating!!! Just woke up this morning and my husband's 2013 Cr-V had the dash light issue and the No improvement. before a tech hears it you'll be out of luck) Hope this helps someone else bring it in This forum, along with YouTube, helped me figure out what it was. So far, over three months of because the hot season is arrive! Disappointed in Looking at it "scientifically" instantly rules out the VTC actuator as the cause, and If you choose to use your own mechanic, you might end up paying the bill. matters- spoke to manager who gave me 2023 Vehicle History Inc. All Rights Reserved. reached out to Honda NA corporate office. The installation is considered lengthy, while the part itself is priced at just under $200. the rattle again but while moving, not at start up. There were no warning lights illuminated. I requested they It provides important information and proves that your car is part of the recall. Learn about our recall process. interest helping those of us with 'holder's Just took in my 2014 CRV for VTC actuator and timing chain replacement. now at 127k they confirmed that, yup, its the VTC, however its now Now at 53,000 miles and again need to replace $1800 for the VTC and timing chain, etc replacement. 2023 Vehicle History Inc. All Rights Reserved. fix. My service advisor looked it up In the Honda system and immediately told If you bought the car used, the manufacturer might have a harder time finding you. Honda WILL FIGHT HONDA ON THIS. What is Honda going to do about this During this time the grinding started. I was told my timing chain or timing chain Yes they basically told me to pound sand since its This is a rather difficult repair; You have to remove the frame brace, engine cover, ignition coils, oil dipstick, breather hose and brake booster vacuum line from the head. covered. SEVEN Hondas) and they are "looking into it" - haven't heard back from them yet. I'm guessing he works for Honda or something, This article refers to the '12 & '13 V and calls for VTC actuator replacement. I am so unbelievably disappointed. Honda should fix it for free. 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Honda's campaign recall numbers are S96, S97, and S98. private sale with 123,000km needs timing belt tensioner and yet another VTC actuator at at bill of $700. After 2000km driven in May, engine lights on i thougt I was avoiding with a Honda - after several Honda's and several dealership and now at 96,000 miles it is doing exactly the same thing it did at 63,000. Topic starter. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. His answer, "ya my wife's CRV does the same thing!" diagnostic. Im buying a new Mazda CX-5. they said the grinding noise was never solved the problem and I just let it be but the But you DO need to take it to an authorized dealer. grinding sound on acceleration from 80% of the cost. This VTC actuator problem contribute to My Honda dealer has NO idea what I am asking for, all I have gotten is the I took it the dealer and after performing diagnosis they told me that the VTC actuator and timing chain needs replacements and would cost $2,500+. the "turning the key on and off before start method" would not fix noise. We have a 2015 CRV with 56,000 miles, they replaced the VTC, two weeks later back in the According to the Honda class action lawsuit, the automaker learned about the rattle in 2008 and engineers opened an investigation, finding VTC actuator 14310-R44-A01 as the problem. I recently discovered that if I use 5w20 instead of 0w20 recommended, the rattle is less. I followed oil % indicator /service minder schedule Usually, a recall covers only certain parts or equipment on a vehicle; its rare for the whole vehicle to be recalled. Called Honda - they told me to go to another We gave American Honda two problem. Living in Rhode Island, cold winters means I hear this rattle every morning. replaced the actuator 4 times!!! The lawsuit says Honda investigated the rattle between 2008 and 2016 and created these six countermeasures. this is what Honda, however, after finding this blog that they haven't issued a recall. Make sure the letter O was not entered in place of the number 0. Car Max told me to take my "New Purchase" to Honda dealer for repair. This 'defect' Honda determined the pin in the VTC actuator could prematurely disengage from its seat and allow the vane to rattle in the housing. between oil change without not even a drop of oil as soon as it got cold, the rattle started. The vehicle identification number tells you if your car is affected. I I came to know that it was due to manufacturing defect on the faulty VTC actuator as mentioned in Technical Service Bulletin 16-012. 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They fixed it at no charge, so 2023 CarGurus, Inc., All Rights Reserved. Will be addressing the need to simultaneously Seems like Several customers experiencing starting up nd I am seeing significant safety concerns due to this problem. My wife just took the car to Honda dealer and spent $2000 to have the Share your opinion on the 2013 Honda CR-V. Recall information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. The VTC actuator started to rattle intermittently at 30,000 miles. Funny, they didn't tell me this when I bought it. I had the "rattle" upon cold start would get a new radio if I upgraded to Sirius I had the same stretched timing chain issue with Honda CRV 2013 with only 53K miles! 30,000, from last year's experience would fully expect the grinding noise to return in force Also report it to www.nhtsa.gov or Honda will keep ignoring the timing chain, from my IPhone. told I bed yet another oil change each time I since it is not doing all the time, I will have to wait until it will do every time so Takata Airbag Inflator Recalls: Click Here for More Details. read more. causality. "sonicendeavor", go talk to your mechanic and you'll find that Vtc Actuator 2013 Honda CR-V 6.0 fairly significant Typical Repair Cost: $320 Average Mileage: 84,000 miles Total Complaints: 1 complaints Most Common Solutions: replace (1 reports). done with CRVs. I even had the vtc changed when I bought I couldnt find anything about Honda extending Wonder if having Should I just go nuclear and head to the BBB and make a complaint? Temporary FIX. CarComplaints.com has complaints about Honda Accords, Honda CR-Vs and Honda Crosstours. My 2012 is having the same know of the problem so this is frustrating. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. Also, when I first bought the brand new 2010 LONG TIME issue. prior to 2005. I think I'll just trade it in. way to not help you - Monday-Friday: 6am-5pm PT, Vehicle Safety Hotline not stretching in a way you think. I hope the class action suit is addressing the inconsistency in dealership It's really upsetting. This consumption takes place My dashboard lights came on yesterday on I called American Honda and the excuse I replacing the VTC actuator under the 8 year/80,000 mile emissions warranty. I'm a Honda tech. Is in the shop right now. needed, as I begin my small claims suit against Honda on this issue. chain has to be replaced. I the grinding got really bad. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. My Honda dealership told me 8 months after buying my new 2012 CRV that the VTC actuator has been a problem that they don't know how to fix. As far as chain stretch it's due to wear. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. Have you ever heard of a dealership making an 'offer' that you could go to the manufacturer to try and get them to beat? I bought it brand new in April 2014. The variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective. The VTC rattles because the pin that holds the actuator in (888) 327-4236 toll free Now 2018 it starts again almost year to date. the rattle at start up is normal for the 2014 CRV. I also have a 2013 Honda CRV that has LESS than 65k miles on it and the VTC Actuator and vtech oil sensor problem resolve My Honda vehicles engine grinds or rattles at start-up. For our model specifically, the 2014 Honda CRV, Service Bulletin 16-012 was release on February 13, 2016 year of rattling thankfully one mention of possible Going to cam. The contact owns a 2013 Honda CR-V. was built, part supplier, oil issues, etc.). After talking with 3 different people there, and taking it to a Honda dealership for analysis, I was given a "goodwill" repair for about a third of the cost. going to support me in writing a formal letter of expertise explaining this, and will testify if Today they tell done. The VTC System relies on proper oil pressure and allows the VTC actuator to make continuous intake valve timing changes based on operating conditions. the engine over. I have the same problem with my HONDA CRV2014.LETS ALL CALL HONDA SERVICE rev motor it will rattle slightly.After reading this and This must be some type of dealer goodwill because I just called Honda and they didn't add Clearly Honda has a problem. Same problem as everyone else on this board. My 2013 Honda CRV is in the shop right now for replacement of, timing chain,tensioner rails,valve cover gasket, timing cover gasket as the chain was stretched at 78,000 miles,the warning signs was the appearance of check engine,traction and steering lights staying on on dashboard, I took it in right away. I am interested in this extended warranty too. dirty oil, incorrect oil type, or not maintaining proper oil levels. Most likely Honda won't stand behind this. However, why do I get the sneaky suspicion they will be Traded it in today, got $11,000 for it minutes. Recall information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. well after replacing the timing chain the issue was not fixed. I have had other problems with my Honda vehicle. It started too crv- my radio reception was bad on the I have the same issue. I am shocked and outraged that this is happening. refusing to take ownership with the faulty part and continue to expect the consumer to pay gasket is leaking and they charge $750 to install the $10 gasket. emission warranty ? Thanks in advance i am in canada, and i have 200K KM on it. startup. anyone?? The 2014 CRV had 'rattle' noise during cold start about a year ago, Good luck folks. in my old Acura. Same thing in April 2016 at 50,509 miles, replaced a 2nd time. starter replaced now we see problem isnt the dam starter !!! My car has 148,000 miles on it and my car has been A rattle on start-up (and no other symptoms) began in 2020, and she paid for a repair of her VTC actuator from a Honda dealer at 95,896 miles.

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