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Ajdre 01-11-2013 06:36 PM


Originally Posted by Ajdre (Post 304597)
Honda - EX L, 4 cyl. (no NAV)

Hi, I live in Canada and got my car around 3 weeks ago.....happy BUT some issues!

** I have had the stereo "screeching" problem 3 times, once it didn't go away after the 1st re-start. - weird problem. Basically the stereo emits high pitched sound, like inference that doesn't go way until re-start.

**Squeak under front drivers side wheel..

** Bump where one of the leather sections joins on the steering wheel....really annoying - Honda are replacing the whole steering wheel.

** The lane change camera didn't work once - corrected when re-started.

** The display screen (top one) auto dimms sometimes....went really dark....don't know if this is normal, corrected itself when I fiddled with it.

** Some "dirt" "bump" under the paint on the rear passenger side window, small but noticeable.....Honda said they would have to re-paint the whole back half of the car to fix it....they are willing to do this under warranty but would need the car for 3 days and would not provide a rental. They also talked me out of doing it as "factory paint" is better??? There is another small bump just above the same window...small but ......................... <---Anyone have an opinion on this? Not sure what to do about the paint.

The other problem I will address with Honda when I change the steering wheel. I still like the car...but expected a little higher QC checks, especially considering the Japanese as so quality minded.

UPDATE :

Squeak fixed, was a loose "clip" on the brake.

Steering wheel changed : now much better :-)

Screeching problem on stereo seems to have disappeared.

Lane change camera working perfectly.

Paint defect : I can live with it.

Love the car.

fasteddie13 02-08-2013 09:44 PM

Bought my wife an EX V6. Car runs, handles well enough. However, the backup camera/radio works sporatically. Sometimes it takes 10 minutes before the radio decides to start operating. Now, Pandora doesn't work. Stealer says that Honda has to come up with a software fix. Of course, they have no idea when that will be. Who decided that the public wants to drive (or be driven by) a damn computer? Very disappointed. Anyone else have this problem?

WheelBrokerAng 02-09-2013 12:19 AM

Our Member keep hope alive ought to be able to answer this post of yours..PM him with that question and see.

WheelBrokerAng :)

accordfan 02-09-2013 08:25 AM

So with all these annoying issues folks are having with the 2013...makes me wonder if honda goes back and fixes all the un-sold cars before they turn them lose on the public.

I've been a huge honda accord fan since my first new one in 1993, but this stuff is discouraging to read.

LJGibbs 02-10-2013 12:06 PM


Originally Posted by LJGibbs (Post 304574)
The dealer just called back and told me basically the same thing. And that there is a software update that will remedy the buzzing sound after the car is turned off. Have scheduled an appointment to install the update and will update after complete and tested. No other issues, although I don't drive the car.

Update Honda TSB 12-085 completed no buzzing sound since:

Honda TSB 12-085
Buzz Coming From the Engine Compartment After the Engine Is Turned Off

Applies To: 2013 Accord 2-Door – From 1HGCT1...DA000001 thru 1HGCT1...DA000123
2013 Accord 4-Door – From 1HGCR2...DA000001 thru 1HGCR2...DA021824
2013 Accord 4-Door – VIN begins with JHM

SYMPTOM
Buzzing is heard coming from the engine compartment after the engine is turned off.

PROBABLE CAUSE
The PCM operates the VTC solenoid with the ignition key turned to the OFF position.

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software in the PCM.

LJGibbs 02-10-2013 01:04 PM

Model EX-L 4 CYL no navi - Main driver has iPhone 5 (IOS v6.1) and I have BB Bold 9930 (v7.1.0 Bundle 921), for the most part they work 95% of the time. Main driver uses iPhone and Pandora, Pandora works most of the time. When it doesn't - sometimes it's the phone and sometimes it's the car, happens with both phones, but not very often. Have downloaded AHA but haven't tried it yet. Since the BB has unlimited data, when I am in the car we turn bluetooth off on the iPhone and my BB (phone and music) connects right up, not 100% of the time but most of the time. As you probably already know Pandora is a data hog, about 30MB per hour. iPhone can receive and play text messages, but cannot send. iPhone is unable to do email. According to the documentation on Honda my BB should be able to do more things than the iPhone 5, but haven't tried it yet.

SusanLE1961 02-11-2013 06:21 AM

I have only had the buzzing noise issue. But I have only heard it once in the past month and it shut off on its own. My dealer said when I came in for my first oil change they would apply any updates at that time. I am just on 60% for oil life so it could be a while longer (I have just over 4600 miles). Knock on wood I have not had any of the other issues noted here. Since everyone else had them right away I am assuming I will not have them (fingers crossed).

Nascarfan 02-11-2013 03:26 PM


Originally Posted by Nascarfan (Post 307112)
My 2013 Accord will not drive straight down the road. I have to keep constant pressure on the steering wheel to keep the car from drifting left. The steering wheel is not straight when I am trying to stay in my lane on the highway. I have been to the dealer 4 times now. They have alligned it 2 times, replaced the tires once, replaced the front rims once, and adjusted the tire presure. Their answer is it is due to the crown in the road. But no matter what lane I am in on the highway the car will pull to the left. There also is a scraping noise when I turn Left from the noise is comming from the left rear wheel. They have "fixed" that 2 times now saying the backing plate had to be adjusted. I don't think they know what they are doing.

Well it seems they finally fixed the problem. It turned out to be the tires were all defective. I have 4 new tires and the car drives straight. What a concept now I have to turn the steering wheel to change lanes.

accordfan 02-12-2013 03:05 PM


Originally Posted by Nascarfan (Post 311069)
Well it seems they finally fixed the problem. It turned out to be the tires were all defective. I have 4 new tires and the car drives straight. What a concept now I have to turn the steering wheel to change lanes.

so when they changed the tires the 1st time, are they now saying the replacement tires were defective as well??

FCB 02-13-2013 05:56 PM


Originally Posted by wynwyd20 (Post 306374)
My 2013 LX has the same jerking/pulling problem at low speeds( less than 10 mph). Took it to dealer and they did a software update, but still have the same issue except it's now constantly happening at below 5 mph).

I recall there was a article in Car&Driver or Motor Trend about the pre-production accord jerks at parking lot speed by the test driver, he mentioned hopely this is only a pre-production issue. I didn't notice this when I test drove the car..should have I suppose.

I'll bring it back to dealer next week. Can't believe Honda would sell a popular car with this problem.

Wyn, any status update on these issues?

Just purchased the accord sport 5 days ago and noticed the jerking/pulling just yesterday as well. Also, some rattling sound coming from dashboard, honestly very disappointed with Honda

Dr. Honda Accord 2013 02-23-2013 09:10 PM


Originally Posted by FCB (Post 311338)
Wyn, any status update on these issues?

Just purchased the accord sport 5 days ago and noticed the jerking/pulling just yesterday as well. Also, some rattling sound coming from dashboard, honestly very disappointed with Honda

Hi to all,
You guys are very informative and supportive.
So far, the Honda Accord LX 4 cylinder CVT has been no fun to drive; actually it has been a pain.
The CVT jerk below 20 mph was present, but very mild. In the meanwhile it has gotten worse and very noticeable, so that driving in traffic is a real pain.
In addition, another jerking has started just couple of weeks ago whenever the speed crosses 40 mph; just like if the car would shift (but of course it is not).
The torque has decreased, so the rubber band feeling has become very disgusting.
On low speeds, the car is just instable. It pulls side to side while slowing down or accelerate, in idle, the car is permanently shaking like the engine is struggling to stay alive (bothe with ECO on and off).
In addition, the breaks have started to squeeze and crackle, specially the right left one when backing up and go forward. The breaks sound like already used (I have been driving the car since November 2012, have around 2.500 miles on it, am in general a very calm driver with no unnecessary acceleration and deceleration action).
The mpg has never been as stayed: my best has been 31 miles/gallon once, other than that I achieve around 23-25 mpg combined highway and street. Again, I am not a race driver and very concerned about gas economy.
In addition, the stirring wheel had a "rrrrrrrrrr" sound to it which has become more prominent when turning the wheel.
In addition, the wheel has never been in center position and the alignment has always been off. I tried adjusting tire pressure multiple time, never worked.

So all in all, it has been a great disappointment so far. Taking the car in coming week and I wont take it off the dealer until issues have been fixed.

I sold my civic and was going to by a Toyota Camry. For some stupid reason I decided to trust Honda one more time (the civic bought in 2008 had multiple issues they were never able to fix, so I got tired and got rid of it).

In sum, for a three months brand new car with moderate mileage on it and very carfeul driving with extra care, the car feels like 3+ years old.

darkseat 02-23-2013 10:55 PM


Originally Posted by Dr. Honda Accord 2013 (Post 312502)
The mpg has never been as stayed: my best has been 31 miles/gallon once, other than that I achieve around 23-25 mpg combined highway and street. Again, I am not a race driver and very concerned about gas economy....

...So all in all, it has been a great disappointment so far. Taking the car in coming week and I wont take it off the dealer until issues have been fixed.

I sold my civic and was going to by a Toyota Camry. For some stupid reason I decided to trust Honda one more time (the civic bought in 2008 had multiple issues they were never able to fix, so I got tired and got rid of it).

In sum, for a three months brand new car with moderate mileage on it and very carfeul driving with extra care, the car feels like 3+ years old.

I second the mileage per gallon. Months ago I was ready to make a video of the miles per hour omade by my 2013 Accord in the city because barely is reaching 16 miles per gallon. But traveling later from Maryland to Pennsylvania both ways the car made 34 miles per gallon and I changed my mind.

But, comparing the 2010 Honda Accord which -also belongs to my family- with the 2013 in what it corresponds to miles per gallon, the 2010 is more economic, it runs more miles per gallon.

To make the situation worst, the 2010 has 28,000 miles and the oil change has been performed 4 times, while the 2013 has 5,000 miles now and showed three days ago a 15% oil data and I has been driving 70 miles per day and very soon will come the red 5%.

Both cars run a very similar route, almost same streets and traffic, so I think that the reason for this negative results from the 2013 Accord is that we have been using the ECON system.

I think this is the problem with my Accord because it gave me a closed mileage per gallon to what is expected only when the ECON system was off while driving long distances.

So, I have decided to run my Accord without the use of the ECON and see what happens after the changing of oil and filter. I have ready the Honda filter and Mobil oil 0-20.

In the following months I will check both issues, the oil data and the mileage per gallon.

Dr. Honda Accord 2013 02-24-2013 06:15 PM


Originally Posted by darkseat (Post 312506)
I second the mileage per gallon. Months ago I was ready to make a video of the miles per hour omade by my 2013 Accord in the city because barely is reaching 16 miles per gallon. But traveling later from Maryland to Pennsylvania both ways the car made 34 miles per gallon and I changed my mind.

But, comparing the 2010 Honda Accord which -also belongs to my family- with the 2013 in what it corresponds to miles per gallon, the 2010 is more economic, it runs more miles per gallon.

To make the situation worst, the 2010 has 28,000 miles and the oil change has been performed 4 times, while the 2013 has 5,000 miles now and showed three days ago a 15% oil data and I has been driving 70 miles per day and very soon will come the red 5%.

Both cars run a very similar route, almost same streets and traffic, so I think that the reason for this negative results from the 2013 Accord is that we have been using the ECON system.

I think this is the problem with my Accord because it gave me a closed mileage per gallon to what is expected only when the ECON system was off while driving long distances.

So, I have decided to run my Accord without the use of the ECON and see what happens after the changing of oil and filter. I have ready the Honda filter and Mobil oil 0-20.

In the following months I will check both issues, the oil data and the mileage per gallon.

That is a very interesting finding, and I almost thought the ECON is supposed to save us gas; stupid me.
I will try the same after my current tank is empty (BTW, I reach 380 miles per tank for ~16 gallons which is barely 24 mpg).
New finding I forgot to include, just recently the engine?! has started to make a funny sound when slowing down, just like an airplane engine when "whistling" while running. Anybody else noticed that?

darkseat 02-25-2013 09:07 AM


Originally Posted by Dr. Honda Accord 2013 (Post 312588)
That is a very interesting finding, and I almost thought the ECON is supposed to save us gas; stupid me.
I will try the same after my current tank is empty (BTW, I reach 380 miles per tank for ~16 gallons which is barely 24 mpg).
New finding I forgot to include, just recently the engine?! has started to make a funny sound when slowing down, just like an airplane engine when "whistling" while running. Anybody else noticed that?

Sarcasm won't make my car to run more miles per gallon, perhaps the econ system works for the other millions of vehicles made by Honda, but apparently mine is the exception.

While the econ system is supposed to make adjustments to other features that increase gas consumption like the AC, in my car the only thing I noticed is that makes the car driving like on "hold", like acting slower to accelerate or hard to do it. By the way, I made a typo in my former message, the mileage of the 2013 Honda Accord LX using the econ system is barely 19 miles per gallon. The 2010 Honda Accord LX-P we own makes 20 miles per gallon almost the same route.

Luckily no funny extra sounds are heard from the engine compartment in my new Accord, and my only two concerns is the fast drop of oil percent having to replace the oil at 5,000 miles when is using synthetic oil, and a very low mileage per gallon using the econ system.

SusanLE1961 02-25-2013 06:37 PM

I am shocked by all the issues some of you are having. I have 5200 miles on my 2013 and I am still at 50% oil life. I am also getting approximately 32 mpg mix of mostly around town with some highway. I have not done any straight highway to check that. I am just happy so far I have not had of the problems noted here (other than the buzzing noise I originally posted about).

HondaMan2013 02-26-2013 07:15 AM

I have to reply to this gas mileage thread, as I have gotten gas mileage as advertised by Honda. Having the ECON switch on or off does not guarantee good gas mileage. The pressure of your foot on the gas petal will have the greater effect on mileage. With the ECON switch on, watch the green curves that surround the speedometer as you accelerate. Note that the curves will change from dark green, to light green, to white as you accelerate. Keeping the curves as dark a green as possible equals good gas mileage. Also, pressing the display change button on the left side of the steering wheel (above the small iPod-like select wheel) changes the car's display to two gas pump icons, which provide gas mileage info (read the manual for details). I've had my 2013 Accord for 4 months, getting 26-27 mpg in mixed city/highway and 36-37 mpg on highway trips (using cruise control at 70 mph). I have the 4 cylinder engine with the CVT (transmission). I don't believe the ECON system changes the engine performance (read the manual).

Dr. Honda Accord 2013 02-28-2013 02:32 AM


Originally Posted by darkseat (Post 312646)
Sarcasm won't make my car to run more miles per gallon, perhaps the econ system works for the other millions of vehicles made by Honda, but apparently mine is the exception.

While the econ system is supposed to make adjustments to other features that increase gas consumption like the AC, in my car the only thing I noticed is that makes the car driving like on "hold", like acting slower to accelerate or hard to do it. By the way, I made a typo in my former message, the mileage of the 2013 Honda Accord LX using the econ system is barely 19 miles per gallon. The 2010 Honda Accord LX-P we own makes 20 miles per gallon almost the same route.

Luckily no funny extra sounds are heard from the engine compartment in my new Accord, and my only two concerns is the fast drop of oil percent having to replace the oil at 5,000 miles when is using synthetic oil, and a very low mileage per gallon using the econ system.

That's right; it really doesn't.
I tried the ECON off for the whole day. I noticed that the "on hold" feeling has decreased, also the shaking while in idle is almost gone. The jerking at low RPM (acc. or decc.) is the same. The car seems more "ready to go" but the transmission sometimes acts like automatic rather than CVT. The breaks cracking still.
One question:
Do we have to accept the CVT jerking? Or is this an issue we should have them fixed (if they can of course)? Driving in the traffic with the constant jerking is a real pain. I noticed some back and neck issues already; maybe just because of the tension I constantly am under awaiting for the jerking to come...Over all, not a smooth ride..a brand new car should not be something you think about constantly, but just drive....:(

PS: have not noticed and changes in mpg with ECON off SO FAR! oil indicator is at 50% with almost 2700 miles which I think is OK (my civic, automatic was the same).

darkseat 02-28-2013 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Honda Accord 2013 (Post 313042)
That's right; it really doesn't.
I tried the ECON off for the whole day. I noticed that the "on hold" feeling has decreased, also the shaking while in idle is almost gone. The jerking at low RPM (acc. or decc.) is the same. The car seems more "ready to go" but the transmission sometimes acts like automatic rather than CVT. The breaks cracking still.
One question:
Do we have to accept the CVT jerking? Or is this an issue we should have them fixed (if they can of course)? Driving in the traffic with the constant jerking is a real pain. I noticed some back and neck issues already; maybe just because of the tension I constantly am under awaiting for the jerking to come...Over all, not a smooth ride..a brand new car should not be something you think about constantly, but just drive....:(

PS: have not noticed and changes in mpg with ECON off SO FAR! oil indicator is at 50% with almost 2700 miles which I think is OK (my civic, automatic was the same).

After passing 5,000 miles driving the Accord I decided to stop using the ECON system.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f5...ps281990cd.jpg

and amazingly a "miracle" happened... the vehicle feels free to be driven and the mileage per gallon has increased to what the 2013 Honda Accord advertisement states, my car now runs 23-25 miles per gallon!

https://www.hondaaccordforum.com/for...ine=1362065017

I'm happy now, one of the concerns I had before about this Honda Accord has been solved satisfactorily. Here is the oil data at this time

https://www.hondaaccordforum.com/for...ine=1362065017

so I will wait until it gives me the 5% oil replacement warning in order to change the oil. After that, I will compare this oil mileage data with the next oil change driving the car without the ECON system.

About the ECON system, I was told here in my house not to take the car to the dealer for inspection and or repair, because the car is doing better without it and touching the car for this issue will probably mess up my vehicle.

On the other hand, I will look for a similar ECON round button with a pirate skull in it to replace the existing one, so anyone who drives this car might not try to use it :)

fasteddie13 03-09-2013 11:09 PM

Well, it appears Honda came thru with a software fix for my wife's V6 issues with the radio/backup camera:) Four days later all is well;)

tedrik 03-21-2013 09:02 PM

google CVT reliability or similar-took me to a site where they provided complete advantages/disadvantages of the CVT transmissions as opposed to the familiar 6 speed-auto trans. They described the loud buzzing/vibration when accelerating from a stop and slowing down-sounds as though a clutch is slipping very annoying but normal-advised to take a long test drive in the new accord and altimas because of many complaints which lowers the refinement standards in the new accords. Strange that you have to pay thousands more for an automatic 6 speed!

joepquin 04-03-2013 05:40 AM

I have had the "update" installed twice on my Accord. That is 2 times! Here are some problems:
The phone book downloaded, about 90%. That is better than the approximately 40% that previously downloaded. This has since changed.

· I have since lost ½ of the phone book download.
· I have not been able to see the contact photos on the caller ID since the 2nd week I had he car.
· The “Call History” has not updated for 1 week.
· The “Text Message Reader” works when it feels like it.
· The caller ID gives the number but no name.
· The FCW periodically goes off when passing another vehicle. Usually when the vehicle is alongside.
· The headlights will periodically “blink” or dim then get brighter again at night, (every few minutes at times).
· The screeching from the speakers has started again. Has become incessant!
· The “woofer” volume increases and decreases at will
· The Bluetooth disconnects then reconnects to the phone periodically
· AHA radio does not work at all.
· The “History of Driver A” no longer updates.
· I actually get better mileage with the “Econ” button off. There is a 2-4 mpg difference.

The car is back at the dealer today! I can't wait to see what happens this time. Everyday is a new adventure with the 2013 Accord!

dvd_win 04-05-2013 06:39 PM


Originally Posted by Ajdre (Post 307804)
UPDATE :

Squeak fixed, was a loose "clip" on the brake.

Steering wheel changed : now much better :-)

Screeching problem on stereo seems to have disappeared.

Lane change camera working perfectly.

Paint defect : I can live with it.

Love the car.

Wow, you are a picky person...what do you expect? Its not a BMW, it s a Honda. Its a family sedan. Has the car left you stranded in the middle of the road? I doubt it. A bump in the steering wheel? Really? Be thankful you have a new car and next time you're driving down the road, take a look at some of the other cars passing by or the people walking because they cant afford a new car. I am about to get the new accord and I'm going to be happy just because it's a new car! ....some people

tedrik 04-06-2013 11:54 AM


Originally Posted by dvd_win (Post 317456)
Wow, you are a picky person...what do you expect? Its not a BMW, it s a Honda. Its a family sedan. Has the car left you stranded in the middle of the road? I doubt it. A bump in the steering wheel? Really? Be thankful you have a new car and next time you're driving down the road, take a look at some of the other cars passing by or the people walking because they cant afford a new car. I am about to get the new accord and I'm going to be happy just because it's a new car! ....some people

He's not picky-he's entitled/justified in correcting problems he has discovered on his new accord (not a BMW - but not cheap!) No need to preach!

JimBlake 04-06-2013 03:38 PM

He paid money for a new car; he's entitled to expect it should all be working properly.

Ajdre 04-06-2013 09:23 PM


Originally Posted by dvd_win (Post 317456)
Wow, you are a picky person...what do you expect? Its not a BMW, it s a Honda. Its a family sedan. Has the car left you stranded in the middle of the road? I doubt it. A bump in the steering wheel? Really? Be thankful you have a new car and next time you're driving down the road, take a look at some of the other cars passing by or the people walking because they cant afford a new car. I am about to get the new accord and I'm going to be happy just because it's a new car! ....some people


Some people indeed....:(

I though that the forum was for people who owned a 2013 Accord and had problems with it., not trolls like you. Ever brought a new car? This going to be your fist one? Good luck, guess you won't have any issues as you will just be "happy" you have a new car, just wait until it has an issue then see who complains. You are already complaing about what other people are saying, you will be fist in line when something goes wrong.

P.S thanks to others for your comments, I appreciated reading them!

Write more when you have something relevant --- > (this means on topic, about the subject that you are reading about :rolleyes:) to the forum.

chopzilla 04-10-2013 10:20 PM

I've been reading all the issues that everyone is having with their cars.

So I was thinking I'll add mine as well.

2013 Honda Accord Touring 4 cylinder bought from Oakville Honda in Ontario Canada.

Currently car has 11200km on it with 10% oil life.

I have been back and forth with the issue of the back up camera staying on, radio not working, hands free link not responding, all the issues that everyone has. Honda dealership said that Honda is working on it and will get back to me soon. They said come in early January and they should have and answer. A couple of calls to the dealership asking if this has been resolved said that the service advisior will get back to you. Well now it's April 10th and no response from dealership and Honda Canada.

The second problem now is when turning right. There is a terrible noise coming from the front passenger wheel. This noise also happens when backing up.

It has been a little frustrating and embarrassing at the same time, especially when it's a brand new car and your driving clients around.

I wonder has anyone in Canada had a software update done on the car?

chopzilla 04-10-2013 10:26 PM

Also forgot to mention that the "FCW" goes off when there are no cars in front of me, just random flashing of the warning light!!

Other then the issues I've had, the car is fun to drive, looks a lot better and feels better then the 2011 Accord EXL I had

redbull-1 04-10-2013 10:29 PM


Originally Posted by chopzilla (Post 318186)
I've been reading all the issues that everyone is having with their cars.

So I was thinking I'll add mine as well.

2013 Honda Accord Touring 4 cylinder bought from Oakville Honda in Ontario Canada.

Currently car has 11200km on it with 10% oil life.

I have been back and forth with the issue of the back up camera staying on, radio not working, hands free link not responding, all the issues that everyone has. Honda dealership said that Honda is working on it and will get back to me soon. They said come in early January and they should have and answer. A couple of calls to the dealership asking if this has been resolved said that the service advisior will get back to you. Well now it's April 10th and no response from dealership and Honda Canada.

The second problem now is when turning right. There is a terrible noise coming from the front passenger wheel. This noise also happens when backing up.

It has been a little frustrating and embarrassing at the same time, especially when it's a brand new car and your driving clients around.

I wonder has anyone in Canada had a software update done on the car?

The noise from the front wheel is probably due to the disc brake pad retaining clip (retainer) shifted and is touching the rotor.

https://www.hondaaccordforum.com/for...-scrape-52001/

ThirteenSport 04-11-2013 10:36 AM

I just bought a 2013 Sport, mine jerks a bit at very low speeds too. I'm glad to know I'm not the only one.

Nascarfan 04-11-2013 07:36 PM


Originally Posted by redbull-1 (Post 318188)
The noise from the front wheel is probably due to the disc brake pad retaining clip (retainer) shifted and is touching the rotor.

https://www.hondaaccordforum.com/for...-scrape-52001/

My 2013 Accord had the same problem. When turning left the car had a squeeling metalic noise from the front wheel. It took two trips to fix it. I was told the backing plate had to be adjusted.

Spoolme 04-12-2013 09:00 AM


Originally Posted by ThirteenSport (Post 318226)
I just bought a 2013 Sport, mine jerks a bit at very low speeds too. I'm glad to know I'm not the only one.

Yeah, what is this? I've noticed it too at low speeds when the car is still cold.

tedrik 04-12-2013 12:14 PM

accord problems
 
from what I've read-it's the CVT-smooth at highway speeds but rough,noisy, and jerky at low speeds (accelerating from a stop or at low to medium speed). This is a known factor (not a problem, per honda and nissan) especially with the new nissan altima and accords. Previous nissan altima's had refined cvt's but I guess new economy goals encouraged "unrefined" tweaking. Read the reviews at edmunds (new altima and accord).

vtecharry 04-15-2013 03:26 PM

Picked up our 2013 EX 2.4L SVT on 4/2. 455 mi. on the odo.
The only "major" issue besides the bluetooth/wireless connection getting lost constantly while on a call, is the jerking back & forth at low speeds or when accelerating slowly at speeds below 50mph. Another minor(?) issue is that the car takes left turns much better than right turns.

There is also wheel balance like vibrations at speeds in excess of 65mph.
When we test drove the car I noticed the steering wheel was not straight and it was pulling to 1 side. It also vibrated at hwy speeds. So they gave it a wheel alignment (pre-alignment settings were red/off) and balanced the wheels. When I picked it up and test drove it, it was fine with no vibrations, but now it appears the wheels are out of balance again, or the Goodyear tires are just crappy or defective. We will be taking it back to the dealer.

I also expect the strut or a suspection component to be bad on the front driver side for the car to take crappy turns and tires squealing at moderate speeds. The car also reacts slowly when turning the wheel to the right or when changing to the right lane on the highway. When turning the wheel left it reacts much quicker and holds the road better. It just does not handle well when taking right turns. Tires are all good at 32-33psi when cold. I noticed the dealer had them at 29deg, and I added air. Low pressure will result in poor gas mileage, so I set them to what the sticker on the door says. It could be the wheel alignment they gave it was off for it to handle great turning one way, and poor the other. It could be their wheel alignment machine was not calibrated well, but they did straighten out the steering wheel and it tracks pretty straight. The wheel alignment paper says front Toe is 0.0 on both the front tires, and the rear tires are toe'd in a little so on paper it looks good. Caster and camber both look good too, but I don't know if it has adjustable camber.

Oh also another thing that has developed, is that when braking, the car pulls to the left. So again something in the front left is the culprit. Either alignment problem, or a bad shock absorber (or tie rod, suspension component, etc.) I think the shock absorber on the right is working properly, and the left one is not. Someone her had the front struts replaced, so I may not be too far off. We also just got our first rattle in the dashboard somewhere yeterday!

Not too happy so far. Even at dealer invoice, we paid $26,200 (w/tax) for this car and I expected it to have less problems than an $18K Civic. My '06 Civic has been relatively good, but not great. Only had 1 sensor go bad and the alternator just went at 130k mi., but the engine mounts have gone bad for a while now, so I will fix them and sell it soon. My '01 and '97 Civics had nothing break before I sold them both with 175k mi. on the odo. Just did regular maintance and changed fluids often. The sad truth is that Honda made their cars better more than a decade ago. I think this 2013 Accord is going to give us a lot of headackes. Ever since Honda started getting away from the awesome double-wishbone suspension (starting in 2001), their suspensions have had nothing but problems, and their cars have trouble tracking straight. My '01 actually had a TSB for replacing the struts. My wife's '04 CRV also the same for strut mounts and struts, and my '06 had a TSB for a known issue with the struts, shock bump stops, and strut mounts. It appears they still don't have the struts down after more than a decade of moving away from the shock/double-wish bone geometry. And all that to save a couple of dollars per car and make a little more passenger room. I will take the old suspensions any time over an 1"-2" of rear passenger leg room.

Harry in NY

2012_honda_accord_exl 05-06-2013 12:27 PM

Very low mileage on new 2012 Honda Accord EXL
 
Hello All,

I bought 2012 Honda Accord EXL 4 cylinder automatic car last year in September. Mine is 18.5 Gallons tank and I only get 300 miles full tank in the city. I use it 30-40%% highway and 60-70% city. I went to the Honda Service center and they asked where I fill the gas. I mentioned Costco and they blamed that Costo is a low end gas station and that I should only fill gas at Shell or equivalent. They also said that I will have to pay $150 for the inspection if it is related to the bad gas. I came back and now filled the gas from Shell but no improvement yet.Waiting for the tank to get empty before I can go back to the service center. I was told to try 3 full tanks before I visit them but I am afraid my warranty time may get over.
All my other friends have new and good cars and they fill in Costco too but they never faced any mileage issues. I need expert advise on how to move forward with this issue. My car is still in warranty and I am just getting 17 miles per gallon which is not even comparable with 10 years old car. Any help will be appreciated.


joepquin 05-09-2013 12:20 PM

I have had my Accord EX-L at the dealer 4 times now. The "update" has been installed 3 times. Here are my problems:
• The phone book will not download completely. Sometimes names & numbers appear, sometimes not
• I have not been able to see the contact photos on the caller ID since the 2nd week I had he car.
• The “Text Message Reader” works when it feels like it.
• The caller ID gives the number but no name for many calls even though the name & number is in the phonebook.
• The FCW periodically goes off when passing another vehicle. Usually when the vehicle is alongside. Sometimes the FCW goes off when there are no other vehicles anywhere in sight.
• The headlights blink off & on repeatedly when driving at night.
• A digital screeching emits from the speakers when listening to music through the Bluetooth or FM.
• The Bluetooth disconnects then reconnects to the phone periodically when listening to music.
• Periodically when shifting from Reverse to Drive, the main screen will go blank when the rear camera turns off. The car must be turned off and restarted for the display to work.
• Sometimes when starting the car the radio goes into CD mode and will not change until the car is turned completely off and started again
• I actually get better mileage per tank with the “Econ” button off. There is a 2-4 mpg difference.

No help from Honda. It seems like they just hope I will get tired and accept their POS car.

vtecharry 05-10-2013 04:00 PM

You should call Honda Customer Service and complain. The main issue we have is the call gets disconnected on the bluethooth usually after 40-50 seconds.

ahuwaa 05-22-2013 09:51 AM

Anybody having these issues? I have a 2013 EX-L

- Steering wheel whirring sound when turning
- Slight rattle over dashboard
- the beep when unlocking car via touch or remote got significantly quieter?

I also have the jerking problem but am learning to live with it...

oldengineer 05-22-2013 04:14 PM

Hello,
First post here. I have a 2013 Accord LX with the CVT as the only option. I bought it last November and have put about 4000 miles on it. The only problem I have experienced is with the Bluetooth phone app. I use the ECON mode exclusively and get 38+mpg driving from Allentown PA to Baltimore and 35+ on the return trip, probably due to altitude changes. The CVT works fine except for an occasional slight jerk at 5-10mph when slowing down. This is my first Honda (other than a 1973 500 Four) and I'm very pleased with it so far.

SoonerinFL 06-07-2013 12:24 PM

2013 Accord EX-L 4cyl - Keyfob issue?
 
Hello, question about the 2013 Accord EX-L 4cyl with push start engine. I haggled for my in laws for their new Accord. Four days later, they noticed the flickering of the dashboard while it was parked in the garage. The next day, the Accord would not start. We tried jumping it, but that did not work. The Honda Dealership had the Accord towed to them. All of their technians and Service Managers never seen an issue like it. They had to call Honda Technical Support team. They came back stating that the keyfobs are the issue. My father was using his (#1 fob) and my mother had hers (#2 fob) in her purse. Honda is telling them that two keyfobs close to each other is "confusing" the car and eventually draining the battery. I have never heard of such a issue with keyfobs. Anyone having issues like this?

bixby 07-19-2013 10:05 AM

Whistling
 

Originally Posted by Dr. Honda Accord 2013 (Post 312588)
That is a very interesting finding, and I almost thought the ECON is supposed to save us gas; stupid me.
I will try the same after my current tank is empty (BTW, I reach 380 miles per tank for ~16 gallons which is barely 24 mpg).
New finding I forgot to include, just recently the engine?! has started to make a funny sound when slowing down, just like an airplane engine when "whistling" while running. Anybody else noticed that?

I have the whistling problem as well and noticed it at about 19-15 mph on deceleration. My call to dealer has not been answered yet. I ruled out wheel bearings as the noise disappeared when I turned the motor off and coasted. FYI averaging about 31 mpg per tank.


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