1998 Honda Civic Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe Problems
- 16
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
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What owners report
- exhaust manifold · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 honda civic. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular maintenance and they noticed that the manifold exhaust cracked. The cause of the failure was unknown. The manifold exhaust was replaced before at 158,000. The current mileage was 198,000 and the failure mileage was 158,000. Updated 10/30/07 *tr
ODI 10199941
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Consumer heard a loud noise coming from the rear. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that exhaust manifold pipe needed to be replaced. This vehicle was not on recall, and the warranty expired. Consumer had to pay for parts and labor. *ak the consumer stated that he wanted to cancel his complaint. He was advised by honda service manager to take his vehicle to any dealership…
ODI 10095127
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Possible defective exhaust manifold. Has crack in manifold for unknow reason!. *ak
ODI 10088831
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Multiple cracks in exhaust manifold radiating from oxygen sensor. *la
ODI 10043235
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
I have been driving for over 35 years and never had to replace an exhaust manifold on any of my vehicles. Today my mechanic told me that mine was the second one in less than a month that he has replaced on a honda. There is obviously something wrong here.*ak
ODI 766656
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
A crack in exhaust manifold leaked fumes into vehicle. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8009865
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
I noticed a loud noise and odor, took car to honda mechanic, manifold was cracked and had to pay $500+ to fix. My sister has the same vehicle and she had the same problem at about the same time. Inquired with honda to see about recall...there wasn't one?? We both fixed the problem, which was over 1 year ago. The problem has recently recurred...now i am seeking answers?? *jb
ODI 10019067
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
The exhaust manifold has a hole in it. Many 1998 civics have had this problem, but it is not on a recall list yet.*ak
ODI 751077
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
There was a clicking sound coming from engine compartment. Consumer pulled off exhaust manifold cover and noticed two cracks. *slc
ODI 897558
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
There is a crack inside of exhaust manifold. Consumer smelled exhaust fumes coming inside of vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak
ODI 876909
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
I began the process of having the car repaired on august 14, 2000. By today, august 18th, the honda dealer had mentioned to the repair shop that iam having the work done at that they had ordered 6 of these manifolds. On monday when i had called the dealer for parts, they did not have the manifold in stock. I belive that this could be a sign of a major defect. Although it does not directly pose a threat to me…
ODI 728412
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
EXHAUST HEAD PIPE FAILED. YH
ODI 609019
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
While driving there was a loud noise like the muffler had gone bad. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the consumer noticed a large crack in the exhaust manifold. The dealership indicated this was a common problem on earlier model years, and the manufacturer extended the warranty on this part. *ak the dealer replaced the manifold with a reinforced part. *jb
ODI 10053746
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
The cast iron exhaust manifold had a tendency to crack which caused carbon monoxide to migrate into the vehicle's passenger compartment. *scc *jb
ODI 10006166
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
While driving vehicle the check engine light illuminated. Consumer states there was the smell of the exhaust in the vehicle. The vehicle also was making a noise accompanied with a rattle. Please provide any further information. Ts
ODI 10004120
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
In regards to the exhaust manifold crack--- i noticed an exhaust smell coming into passenger compartment and noticed that the engine compartment was slightly louder than usual. I got used to the smell but now i just get headaches. I figured it needed a new exhaust manifold gasket but upon further inspection before buying a gasket, i noticed a crack in the exhaust manifold where the pipes come together under the heat…
ODI 761744