1999 Honda EV Plus
Introduction
The 1999 Honda EV Plus is a compact electric car that was produced from 1997 to 1999. It is powered by a 34-kW electric motor and has a range of up to 80 miles on a single charge. The EV Plus was praised for its fuel efficiency and low emissions, but it was also criticized for its limited range and high price. It was available with a single electric motor and transmission option.
Electric Motor
No Issues Found
Transmission
No Issues Found
Suspension
No Issues Found
Electrical
Battery
- Issue: Battery pack degradation
- Description/Symptoms: Reduced battery capacity, shorter driving range
- Solution: Replace battery pack
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $4,000 - $8,000+
Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 97V114000
Exterior
Body Panels
- Issue: Rust and corrosion
- Description/Symptoms: Rust spots on body panels, bubbling paint, holes in metal
- Solution: Replace rusted body panels
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $4,000+
Recalls: None Found
Interior
Dashboard
- Issue: Cracked dashboard
- Description/Symptoms: Cracks and splits on the dashboard surface
- Solution: Replace dashboard
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
Other Issues
- Issue: Air conditioning failure
- Description/Symptoms: Air conditioner does not blow cold air, AC compressor not working
- Solution: Diagnose and repair air conditioning system
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
Summary
The 1999 Honda EV Plus is a reliable and fuel-efficient car, but it is not without its problems. The most common issues with the EV Plus are related to the battery pack, body panels, and dashboard. The severity of these issues varies, and the cost to fix them can be significant.