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07-31-2006, 05:22 PM
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I sure hope they fix this soon. I plan on ordering my fit within the next month or two, and I really don't want to have to send it right into the shop soon after I get it.
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07-31-2006, 05:50 PM
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I called Honda 800# today and they said there was nothing out yet as far as a paint known defect/recall but said they would definitely report it and the more poeple who call in with the issue the more likely they will issue something.
So I urge anyone who has this problem call Honda!
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07-31-2006, 06:14 PM
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Nothing on my SSM Sport yet, but it only has ~260 miles on it.
Does anyone think we could just loosen the screws at all the pinch points to preven this from happening? That or it could be worse since the parts will slide back and forth more? ... hmm. It can't be worse I guess, I might try loosening the screws just a hair.
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07-31-2006, 06:21 PM
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I called the number today as well and reported the same issue.
They said they have no recalls as of yet but if and when enough of you call make sure you leave your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) with them to ensure a more rapid response to this matter.
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that's good...I'm seeing a lot more people calling Honda directly as well...this will def speed up the process when they know this is not an isolated problem...once Honda confirm this defect, the dealers can't say no to the repair...
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07-31-2006, 08:19 PM
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Damn. It's happening on my SSM too. She's got about 5000 miles on her. I'll call the dealer tomorrow...  |
07-31-2006, 08:21 PM
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happening on my Tafetta White as well. Both front and rear bumpers. My front bumper is being replaced already because of the hole the dealer drilled into the front. Have to make another call into Honda about the paint peeling at the corners now.
Just shy of 3000 miles.
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07-31-2006, 09:35 PM
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For those who are getting repairs - please post if they are repainting the bumpers or doing a complete replacement.
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07-31-2006, 10:31 PM
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Just checked my NBP- looks like paint is peeling from all four corners Should I call the number first and then go to the dealer?
I'd like to go to a dealer that others in the Bay Area have already established precedence with so I will have less issues with the Service Manager- anyone done this yet?
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07-31-2006, 11:11 PM
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Just checked my NBP- looks like paint is peeling from all four corners Should I call the number first and then go to the dealer?
I'd like to go to a dealer that others in the Bay Area have already established precedence with so I will have less issues with the Service Manager- anyone done this yet? |
I'd call Honda first and get to the dealer...they will ask you for your VIN# and your dealer...this will speed up the process... |
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I just drove up to a local dealer and told them about it and they just said alright, bring it in and leave it for about a day and we can fix it for you! I hope that includes a loaner for the time being.. I got work! but I will try and get it in by the end of this week |
08-01-2006, 01:32 AM
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WOW - after noticing the paint peeling on the four corners of the bumper, I started to go over other parts of my Fit, and noticed that there is paint peeling on the roof. On my NBP it is on the driver's side closer to the rear, along the rain channel, but on the roof side. I will try to get pics up tomorrow.
Now this is getting out of control. It appears that Honda will have to paint both bumpers, possibly the front fenders and rear quarter panels, and now the roof. That's pretty much the whole car except for the doors and hood.
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08-01-2006, 06:31 AM
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Mine is chipping too at the joint (Bumper @ body). 9,000+ miles on a US Fit.
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08-01-2006, 04:53 PM
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I took mine into the dealer i purchased it from, they said the should be no problem and handed me a warranty card and gave me a pamphlet with the location of the bodyshop that does their work. The whole thing took about a minute and he said that they fix anything to my liking including repainting both front and rear bumpers.
Not sure what that means but I do have a couple door dings already that I would like removed.
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I just noticed it happening on my front driver side It's tiny but its starting to peel... I wonder if they will be able to fill in that hole that the dealer made for my front license plate  |
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that is exactly how I got my windshield warrantied
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What about the windshield???????????????? |
08-01-2006, 05:09 PM
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well, I just took another look at mine. and there is peeling. not to the exposed part. but where the bumper and the rear right quarter panel meet. You will never see it unless you gently push on the bottom of my bumper to expose in between the gap. Almost positive they wont really do anything since it isn't really exposed yet. |
08-01-2006, 05:11 PM
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What about the windshield????????????????
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oh, there were quite a few ppl getting cracks in their windshield. i took my car to HONDA here locally and showed them my crack. they said it was from a rock, i said i know. then I went into the office with him. asked him if I could use his computer a second. he said sure. then I showed him the cracked windshield thread. then they said, "okay, we'll order you a new one" had a factory honda windshield installed in within 4 days. no cost to me |
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Took it to the dealer today, have an appointment to drop it off in two weeks so they can get me a loaner.
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