One moment, your Accord is cruising down El Camino Real in Belmont. The next, your engine stutters, stalls, or burns through oil at an alarming rate. It’s frustrating, unpredictable, and completely preventable if you act in time.
At M & R Auto, we specialize in solving the most notorious Honda Accord engine problems. We know these failures aren’t random. They’re the result of known mechanical flaws that Honda owners shouldn’t have to deal with. You need solutions that last. That’s exactly what we deliver.
Your Oil Is Disappearing—And It’s Not a Leak (2008-2010 V6 Models)
If your Accord’s oil light flickers between changes, your engine is burning oil internally. The 2008-2010 V6 models are infamous for this issue due to defective piston rings that allow oil to slip into the combustion chamber. Oil vanishes, engine wear skyrockets, and you’re left refilling the crankcase more often than your gas tank.
Ignoring this problem can seize your engine, leading to expensive repairs. At M & R Auto, we tackle it head-on with precision diagnostics, upgraded piston rings, and expert installation to prevent further damage.
Every drop of oil matters. Don’t let your engine run dry.
Your Starter Isn’t Starting—And It’s Not the Battery (2013-2014 Models)
You turn the key, but nothing happens. Maybe you hear a faint click. This isn’t just a dead battery. It’s a widespread starter motor failure affecting 2013-2014 Honda Accords.
The issue stems from wear inside the starter’s solenoid and internal contacts, causing intermittent failure that leaves you stranded at the worst times. Honda didn’t recall this issue, but it’s an engineering flaw that keeps happening.
At M & R Auto, we don’t guess. We diagnose the failure, replace faulty starters, and ensure your Accord fires up every time you turn the key.
That Rattle Under the Hood? It’s a Timing Chain Time Bomb (2008-2012 Models)
If you hear a metallic rattle when you start your Accord, that’s not normal. It’s your timing chain tensioner failing, and if you let it go, it could wreck your entire engine.
The 2008-2012 Honda Accords suffer from a defective tensioner that lets the timing chain slack, throwing your engine’s timing out of sync. This leads to misfires, poor fuel economy, and eventual engine failure.
We catch it early. At M & R Auto, we inspect your timing chain system before it destroys your engine. We replace worn tensioners and ensure your Accord stays running flawlessly.
Your Fuel Pump Could Cut Out—At Any Speed (2018-2020 Models)
Your Accord seems fine—until one day, it stalls with no warning. Honda issued a recall for faulty fuel pumps in 2018-2020 models, but many vehicles are still on the road, unfixed.
This problem is caused by defective impellers inside the pump, which deform and fail over time. The result is a sudden loss of power at any speed, even on the highway.
At M & R Auto, we replace failing pumps with upgraded versions that ensure consistent fuel delivery. If your Accord hesitates, surges, or randomly refuses to start, get it checked now.
Transmission Failure? Your Car’s Giving You Warnings—Don’t Ignore Them (2003-2007 Models)
Your transmission should shift smoothly. If your 2003-2007 Accord is jerking, slipping, or hesitating, it’s telling you something. It’s failing.
Honda’s early 2000s automatic transmissions struggled with premature wear, leading to delayed shifting, loss of power, and eventual failure. Many drivers ignore the warning signs until it’s too late.
At M & R Auto, we don’t wait for total failure. We inspect, diagnose, and repair transmission issues early, extending your Accord’s life and saving you thousands in unnecessary replacement costs.
Don’t Let Your Honda Accord Fail You. Fix It Before It’s Too Late.
You rely on your Honda Accord. It should be reliable in return. If you’re experiencing oil consumption, engine stalls, timing chain rattles, or shifting problems, ignoring them won’t make them go away. They’ll get worse.
M & R Auto serves Belmont, CA, and surrounding areas from our Menlo Park shop. We specialize in solving the Honda Accord’s biggest engine problems. We provide permanent fixes, not temporary band-aids.
Waiting only makes repairs more expensive. Call M & R Auto today and get your Accord back to peak performance before these issues cost you thousands.