I drive a stick like I normally do. No over revs. Smooth transition into the next gear.

I trust my Honda Dealer where I bought my Fit over a neighborhood mechanic that's just around the corner from my house.

 

Maybe it's not the clutch itself but a component that actuates the clutch that wore out prematurely...

For instance, on my 88 3 series, after nearly 10 years of my ownership, I had problems getting into gear with the clutch fully depressed.
Seems there was a problem with the throwout bearing from new that would cause the problems I was having.
Once everything was taken apart, there's no point in replacing the bearing itself, when the original clutch was over 25 years old.

 

No issues came up so far. This car is feeling better than brand new for some reason. Maybe it's worn in. But loves the cold morning starts feels tight and solid. I am putting a throttle controller, install em1 civic master cylinder and maybe a rigid collar. For now see how that feels. If i like it. Then maybe a coil overs. Ultimately i want to put a K swap in it one day.

 

I got my 2015 Honda Fit because i loved the Fit my parents owned. However, since I bought it (certified pre-owned from a Honda dealership), I seem to have nothing but massive repairs. In the six years I’ve owned it, the starter was resolved, the VTC actuator was replaced, and the push start switch was replaced (all covered by Hondacare). Now that my extended warranty has expired, I was told there’s a transmission leak and the car won’t even stay on. Is this excessive??? Is there anything I can get Honda to do about this? Sorry if this is a dumb question, this is my first car and it’s been such a disappointing day experience. I almost never want to get another Honda.

 

Oh thats mostly normal for the new 2015 year Fits made in Mexico like mine. Replaced starter. I just deal with the VTC sound since a trusted mechanic says it wont and hasn't caused any engine issues; its rare and its only the sound of a rattle and not causing problems. I just call it the "Fit baby rattle" and now its just adorable when I hear it sometimes. I have an LX and have a key fob start with no issues. I have had my engine oil and trans fluid tested and everything is running good except for a little gas delusion into the oil due to direct injection pressures. Mine was at .05-1.5% depending on city/hwy driving so now I change the oil every 3k miles as you traditionally would; no more than 4k miles. Even yet the oil tests show normal/good engine wear. Using Castrol Edge 0-w20. Trans fluid test had a little water in it(prob from a vent cap) but it caused no wear or transmission issues.

 

I have a '15 EX. Low miles, yes, only 53,000 (thanks COVID!), but the only maintenance I've had to do was the starter as well. Everything else has been purely optional. I did the trans fluid at 30k, brake pads at 50k (mostly due to age), and a whole host of mods. Been a DAMN good little car to me.

 

What's your OCI?

 

10,000 miles or 6 months.

 

The dealer raped you! A new flywheel is almost never needed. Especially at your low miles. At most, it might have needed to be resurfaced.

Regardless, even with all new parts, that is a ridiculous bill. It was literally under $800 at my local Honda specialist shop to have the same work done by using an OEM Exedy clutch, paying their $500 labor, and using Honda fluids.

Even if one were to buy all Honda parts, your bill makes zero sense. Here are the OEM parts prices from hondapartsnow -
clutch - $118.79
pressure plate - $136.38
flywheel (which you didn't need) - $352.69
fluid - $30?
Total for parts - $637.86

Front end alignment is usually around $100 even at the dealership.

So, where in the world did the extra $3,500 cost come from? The $500 labor cost I paid is on the lower end, but $750 gets it done almost anywhere.

In case you don't believe me - https://repairpal.com/estimator/hond...placement-cost

 

And $2350 for an axle? For an AXLE? It's literally $175 for the OEM part on hondapartnow. Aftermarket would be much less. For the love of all that is holy, stop giving that dealership your money. They are taking advantage of you!!!!

https://www.yourmechanic.com/estimat...ly-replacement

 

Is that when the "oil reminder" light goes on?
What oil do you use (grade and viscosity?)
Also, do you usually hit the 10k mark before the 6 months? or vice versa?

 

$6,550 worth of "maintenance" on a 2015 Honda?? I don't think the car is a pit; sounds more like your wallet has a hole in it.

 

A lot of money can be saved with a small investment in tools and time. Nearly every maintenance point is documented and posted somewhere on the internet. I purchased a 2015 with 155k on the clock - A beater by most standards due to hail and body damage, broken windshield, broken fog lights, bulging tire sidewall, missing fender liner and a questionable maintenance history. I have only spent $1450 to fix the above mentioned and much more to include plugs, filters (all trans filters too), fluids, starter, battery, brakes (rotors, drums, pads, shoes and hardware), brake fluid, intake valve cleaning and adjustment.

Shopping around to find well priced components can save you in the long run instead of taking a dealers word for it. Example being, why buy a brand new OEM axle when there are a number of aftermarket reman options for a 10th the price, that often come with a warranty!

 

That's completely true and accurate, but the majority of folks purchasing a Honda product expect more durability.
Also, when the manufacturer recommends 10k+ OCI's that leads to VTC actuator failure, ya gotta realize something's up.

 

a good case for never taking your car to a Honda service dept.

 

I've taken both my FIT (when it was under warranty) and my wife's 1 yr old HRV (still under warranty) and it's only been routine maint that I couldn't be bothered with.....these cars and our previous 2 - Kia Forte and a Coroll........4 most reliable cars so far in my life

 

Usually far before. I work from home, so I'm hitting 6 months far before 10k miles. Usually less than 5k tbh.
I use 0w20 full synthetic. Usually Valvoline.

 

Had a recent discovery last night in regards to this.

Yesterday while installing my rear sway bar, I noticed the local Honda dealership failed to install the rear coil spring correctly.
I initially heard a strange sound when going over bumps after the HFP kit was installed ( sound was on the rear passenger side).
When I took it back to them they assured me that "everything was fine".
I'd driven almost a year with a rear coil spring that could have popped out of place, due to gross negligence by their techs BOTH TIMES they had it in their possession.

This morning I promptly took it to the dealership and INSISTED the car not leave my sight.
The only times I'd let the techs handle it was to drive it thru the shop and to put it on the lift (with me present).
While it was going up on the lift, I exclaimed "look, you can see the issue from here!" as I stood behind the car.
I had three techs plus the service manager under the car with me, while I pointed out their error and the possibility of what could have happened if I had driven a little more "spiritedly".
After the repair was made, they let me inspect it while on the lift and I received apologies from both the service manager and the techs.

I've heard horror stories regarding dealerships, but I knew to take it with a grain of salt.
The only reason why I trusted my HFP kit install with them is because the car is still under warranty and if there was anything broken while in their possession, they could fix it on their dime.
I do not trust anyone from these dealerships/shops as they are lazy and have little care or concern for the well-being of me, my GF or my Honda FIT

 

Not yet...just fluid/filter changes as needed, tires are new......it's a winner

 

Hello,
Has anyone else experienced your valve train being noisy and rattley.?
The car has had regular oil changes at 7500 miles. Usual synthetic oil and filter
The valves have been adjusted serviced at the dealer just over 110 k miles. Also new spark plugs, air filter, CVT serviced every 35 k (all highway miles)
The usual GDI cleaning has been done along with BG 44k in the tank.
The question I have is engine also affected by the oil dilution issue? It gives the appearance that it is based on the noise so soon coming form the valve train.
I have never been told by Honda this was an issue on the 2015 Fit . My former Hondas never had this noise issue. I drove them to 300K
A Little disappointed in my Honda!