2001 Honda CR-V Engine Problems

“Our car had a burnt valve last year at about 90000 miles. We brought it to a napa machine shop and had it re-machined. About a month ago we had it repaired at our local Honda dealer. They readjusted the valves which they said were way too tight. The car is stalling again and is difficult to restart. They referenced Honda technical bulletin 03-038. In researching this via google, it appears Honda failed to advise american-but not european-customers of a valve adjustment need that results in valves receding into the cylinder heads.”

“Leaving my house came to stop sign car shut off in road. Timing belt broke for the 2 time. Also drivers window won't work 2 motors in it and still nothing and sunroof won't open. Only 2 owners and car been well kept oil on time. And there something making belts go bad.”

“I bought this car from a private seller and he claimed the vehicle was in good condition. A day later the car has been dying on me while driving. Nothing shows on the check engine that something is wrong with it. The car will start and able to drive but then will die on me again. How do I find if it's covered under a recall?”

“Engine shuts off while driving. Speeds can be low or high. 20-65 mph. While driving, engine will cut off. Sometimes the electrics remain on and I can use power steering to pull to the side of the road, other times everything shuts down. It can happen while turning or regular straight driving. Sometimes it will restart right after, other times, it won't start for many minutes. We have gotten stuck in turn lanes, middle of intersections, and busy 3 lane city roads. Mechanic says it is not showing any codes and can't find anything wrong with the car.”

“Car starts without key when remote lock is used after driving. Does not have keyless start. Sometimes the headlights turn on also other times its just the engine. You have to put the key in the ignition and shift the gear to turn off. This has happened at least 10 times over the years. I took it to a Honda dealer and they told me it was impossible, could not happen and I was mistaken. I do have a video of one incident.”