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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Honda Accord 4dr Sedan
278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
6000 mi
Verify normal operation of variable-displacement system in cold weather. Honda techs worked with TechLine to diagnose. New V6 Accord off truck showed same behavior. Operation more pronounced in cold temps, but otherwise normal.
7000 mi
Radiator fan squeaked as the fan was slowing down.
14000 mi
Engine makes knocking sounds when vehicle is at rest after a stop. The problem is likely to be related to VCM. Dealer has reproduce the problem but was unable to diagnose the source of it. The problem is not fixed yet.
14300 mi
Knocking/ticking sound from the rear cylinder head when the engine is warmed up. The cylinder head was replaced under warranty.
70000 mi
US $360
starter failed and needed replacement. There is a TSB from Honda.
104000 mi
US $30
Stuck piston in rear left brake caliper. Rebuilt the caliper. Replaced the seals and bushings.
I began to notice an oil leak coming from the cam cover. Dealer confirmed the leaking valve cover and replaced the valve cover gasket.
74000 mi
Oil leaks around timing chain cover.
54560 mi
C $550
check slight oil leak at valve cover, and whatever the hell else they do....
Note: Oil lead so slight.....it's more like a minute weep. No repair required at this point
30000 mi
Hesitation from a stop
7000 mi
Drive belt snapped because water pump seized.
62000 mi
4cyl Engine oil consumption increasing rapidly. No leaks. Level found below dip stick. Oil change % reading always observed in past and Honda oil and filter always used.
Noise upon cold start, second trip. Diagnosed as faulty VTC actuator. Was told no repair was to be made due to revised part in development. Check back in May for availability of revised VTC Actuator.
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