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2001 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
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Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Evaporative (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid that is part of the Emission Controls. This problem can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The cost to replace the EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid is estimated at $49.33 and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the second gear clutch in the Automatic Transmission. This will cause the Automatic Transmission to slip, and the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Also, if the Automatic Transmission is rebuilt or replaced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software needs to be updated. The cost to replace the Automatic Transmission is estimated at $1800.00 for a Remanufactured Unit and $318.50 for labor. The cost to update the PCM is estimated at $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Driver's Door Switch and Headlamp Switch. Failure of the Driver's Door Switch may cause the Key Reminder System and the Dome Light to operate incorrectly. Failure of the Headlamp Switch may cause the headlamps to operate incorrectly. The cost to replace the Driver's Door Switch is estimated at $3.43 for parts and $26.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Headlamp Switch is estimated at $34.98 for parts and $39.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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