A bit more detail, “A small number of engines were produced with piston ping snap rings that may not be completely seated. If the snap ring is not completely seated, it will come out allowing the piston pin to contact the cylinder wall which can damage the engine.” and " According to the letter, the remediation process includes inspection of the engine with a borescope to determine correct pin snap ring placement. Vehicles exhibiting any concerns with the piston pin snap ring placement “may require the replacement of damaged pistons, piston pins or rings, or other related engine components.”
http://blog.caranddriver.com/honda-orders-stop-sale-on-2016-civic-official-recall-pending/
This is the tool Honda is ordering to perform the inspection.
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=760250&group_ID=682424&store=&dir=catalog
They must have sold out already as that last link just errotr.
SPECS / REVIEWSFOR SALE
Recalls
RECALLS Feb 2nd 2016 at 1:30PM 63
Honda issues stop sale on 2016 Civic with 2.0-liter engine
2016 Honda Civic front 3/4 view
2016 Honda...
2016 Honda...
Image Credit: Drew Phillips
Chris Bruce
Honda has issued a stop sale on the 2016 Civic with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder for a problem that might allegedly lead to engine failure. The company also plans to recall and inspect the examples already with customers. Honda spokesperson Chris Martin tells Autoblog that the issue doesn't affect any Civics with the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine.
"While the specific details of this action are still being determined, American Honda has provided preliminary information to the NHTSA and intends to provide more details in a formal notification to NHTSA on Friday, February 5," Martin said. After the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration acknowledges the details, Honda will issue an official statement about the problem.
A post on the CivicX forum purports to have a Honda document detailing the fault. Some of the 2.0-liter engines may have missing or miss-set piston pin snap rings, which could cause damage to the pistons and other internal parts. The issue reportedly affects roughly 34,000 examples of the 2016 Civic.
If the document from the CivicX forum are accurate, dealers will use a borescope to inspect the pin snap rings on the potentially affected engines. According to the forum, replacement parts are not yet available, and Honda expects to notify customers about the recall in March.
Autoblog drove the turbocharged version of the 2016 Civic late in 2015 and came away fairly impressed. We loved the new engine and quiet interior but weren't so enamored with the CVT. In any case, if you're in the market for a new Civic, you may now have one more reason to consider the new turbo mill.
Related Video:
Featured Gallery2016 Honda Civic: First Drive
2016 Honda Civic front 3/4 view 2016 Honda Civic rear 3/4 view 2016 Honda Civic front 3/4 view 2016 Honda Civic rear 3/4 view 2016 Honda Civic side view 2016 Honda Civic front view 2016 Honda Civic rear view 2016 Honda Civic driving
News Source: CivicXImage Credit: Copyright 2016 Drew Phillips / AOL
Recalls Honda Safety Sedan 2016 honda civic honda honda civic
AdChoices
Advertisement
Advertisement2016 Chrysler 200
Engine: 3.6L V6 MPG: 23 City, 32 Hwy
$21,995
Build & Price
AdChoices
HONDA CIVIC INFORMATION
All Model Years
News and Reviews
Owner Ratings
Recalls
For Sale
Book Values
Dealers
Rebates & Incentives
Photos
Videos
Compare
More Honda Cars and Trucks
TOP COMPETITORS
2016 Toyota Corolla
MSRP: $23,125
2016 Hyundai Elantra
MSRP: $21,700
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer
MSRP: $20,995
COMPARE NOW
CHECK THESE OUT
Corvette owner finds stolen car, but can't get it back [w/video]
Subaru is bringing a trio of STI concepts to the Tokyo Auto Salon
Ford GT racer sounds wicked during testing at Sebring
Parents of terminally ill child sue after son dies following make-a-wish-style ride
Devel Sixteen's 5,000-hp V16 engine might be real
Sarah Colamarino: Together We're Creating The World We Want In 2030 - promoted by huffingtonpost.com
normc32 Logout
POST REPLY
63 COMMENTS NEW
frankenstein
frankenstein
2 Hours Ago
LOL what a POS! car just came out and already there's a problem with the engine
1
Report Reply
Will
Will
3 Hours Ago
This, to me, is so unlike Honda, and is disheartening. Their engines are one of the principal reasons for buyers to return! At least they are taking action; I'd hate to have a brand-new 2.0 Civic & have it throw a rod or something. They would have to buy it back from me.
5
Report Reply
Murk
Murk
4 Hours Ago
Honda, hurry and get the 5-door on sale. I'm waiting with cash in hand.
1
Report Reply
Edit normc32
normc32
6 Hours Ago
Probably the root cause, so they fired them. Adecco Honda Anna Plant FT Assembly Jobs
Adecco - Lima, OH
$13.00 - $18.60 an hour
Full-time, Temporary
Apply from your phone
Adecco
5355 reviews
Read what employees say about working here.
Call today to speak to one of our experienced Career Counselors to help you get started in a new and exciting career of your own!
**Job Location Anna Engine Plant, Anna Ohio**
* Assemble engines on assembly line
* Continuous gripping, fine motor skills
* Push - Pull of carts - average 50 lbs of force to move
* Potential frequent overhead and forward reaching
* Repetitive lifting and carrying parts
* Continuous bending, stooping, and squatting
**MUST HAVE FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE**
6 MONTHS IN THE LAST YEAR OR MORE
* Must pass criminal background check
* Must submit to a drug test
* No terminations from an employer within the last 2 years
* Must have HS Diploma or GED
Adecco - 11 days ago