let's get this straight: some troll spams unsubstantiated drivel on a
newsgroup based on unconfirmable reports alledging a total of 27
vehicles burning - apparently due to filter/exhaust proximity - a
feature that is the norm for a vast majority of modern fwd's - and
you're buying this story? 27 vs. the thousands of fords, gm's &
chryslers that burn every day?

hey, i have some used buffalo fodder i can sell you too. want to buy some?

this is nothing but an astroturf campaign. get wise.


Andre wrote:
> I called Honda 800 999-1009 after reading reports of CRVs burning and
> exploding; I recently purchased a 2004 model. I was told by Honda
> customer service that nothing is wrong with the vehicle and no recall
> is planned. The fires are due to improperly installed oil filters.
> Am I wrong to think that this is not good enough?
>
> Another post in this newsgroup states that the oil filter is closer to
> the CRV's hot engine manifold than in other cars. Would not a simple
> splash guard prevent oil from leaking onto hot engine parts to prevent
> fires and explosions in the case of improperly installed or leaking
> oil filters?
>
> I have owned enough vehicles to realize oil may sometimes leak from a
> filter during or after installation, but this leak doesn't result in
> catastrophe, except in the CRV. While looking up Honda's contact
> information on the Web, I saw much information touting Honda safety
> records and standards and awards, yet they are completely ignoring
> this problem. Since safety is a main concern in choosing a car for me
> and my family, I really feel that I probably will not buy a car again
> from Honda in the future. Maybe I am overreacting to this. Andre