Honda Civic engine replacement

[Noah930]

My DD is a 2008 Honda Civic. It's an appliance. I bought it due to Honda's reputation for reliability and low cost of operation. So far, it's only had a couple minor items go wrong over its 132K-mile lifespan.

But now I've been struck by the infamous cracked engine block problem (only on the 1.8 motors; not the 2.0 Si motor or the hybrid motor). My car started weeping coolant from the front side of the motor, from behind/underneath the header, and almost overheated. Apparently there are hairline fractures in the block, itself. It affects 8th generation Civics from 2006-2009.

Here's the kicker: It's a known problem, now warrantied for 10 years from original date of purchase. I'm only 8 months from this deadline. So, regardless of miles, Honda with replace the block or motor...as long as the car is less than 10 years-old. I've since read (on the interwebs) of people a month out from their 10 years, and they got denied by their local dealership. I can't imagine how much this is gonna cost Honda.

So if anyone's got a Civic from 2008 or 2009 ('cause the 2006s and 07s are no longer covered), keep an eye on the coolant level.

[rcooled]

Originally Posted by Noah930

It affects 8th generation Civics from 2006-2009

The 8th generation Civics are from 2006 to 2011. Apparently, the 2010 & 2011 model years are excluded from this issue.

There's also a warranty extension for the paint on these models due to the clear coat peeling away.

"Honda says it will extend the warranty coverage on some of its 2006-2013 Honda Civic sedans and coupes, for problems with chalking and cracking.
The paint warranty of some of the Civic's available paint colors will now be 7 years with no mileage limit. Honda says on affected vehicles, the paint on the roof and leading edge of the front fenders may crack or have a chalky or cloudy appearance. Additionally, the roof, trunk, upper portions of the quarter panel and upper portions of the doors could also display this same chalky or cloudy appearance."

[Noah930]

Originally Posted by rcooled

The 8th generation Civics are from 2006 to 2011. Apparently, the 2010 & 2011 model years are excluded from this issue.
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You're right. For now, only the 2006-early 2009 Civics are covered under this engine block issue. I think initially it was just 2006-2007 models, and then the 08s and early 09s were also included. It was also just for 8 years post-purchase, but then got extended to 10 years. So there's (online) speculation that the '10 and '11 model years may also be included in the future. I suppose keep an eye on your coolant if you've got one of those later ones, as maybe Honda eventually will offer replace/reiumburse engine work for those.