2023 Honda Civic Type R MIL On with DTC P0011

Symptoms

Owners of certain 2023 Honda Civic Type R vehicles may experience a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminating on the dashboard. This warning light is often accompanied by the storage of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0011. Additionally, drivers might notice an "engine idling rough condition," indicating a potential performance issue with the vehicle's engine.

Fault Codes / DTCs

This issue is specifically linked to the presence of DTC P0011. This code signifies a "VTC A System Malfunction," indicating a problem with the Variable Timing Control (VTC) system for intake camshaft position.

Code	Description	Module
P0011	VTC A System Malfunction	Engine

Investigation Details

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is actively searching for specific 2023 Honda Civic Type R vehicles that exhibit the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with DTC P0011. The primary goal of this initiative is to collect specific parts from affected vehicles. This collection is crucial for AHM to better understand the underlying cause of the "VTC A System Malfunction" and the associated rough idling condition. By analyzing these components, Honda aims to develop a comprehensive solution.

Important Warnings

This communication is marked as "PRIORITY/ACTION REQUIRED" and is intended solely for Honda dealership personnel. Dealers are explicitly instructed to handle this message accordingly and provide copies to their Shop Foreman and all Service Advisors. It is critical to note that AHM specifically requests to collect parts from the vehicle prior to any repair attempts. This means that if your 2023 Honda Civic Type R P0011 issue qualifies, your dealer should not attempt to replace parts or perform other repairs until they have contacted Honda's Technical Information & Support (TIS) group.

Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions

For a vehicle to qualify for Honda's parts collection program, it must meet specific criteria:

• The vehicle must have DTC P0011 (VTC A System Malfunction) stored in its system.
• There should be no previous replacement of the TDC sensors (Part Number 37510-RPY-G01).
• It is acceptable if the DTC code has been cleared previously.

What Owners Should Do

If you own a 2023 Honda Civic Type R and experience a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on, especially if accompanied by an engine idling rough condition, it is important to contact your authorized Honda dealership. Inform them about the symptoms and mention that you are aware of the manufacturer's investigation into the Honda Civic Type R P0011 issue. Your dealer will then follow the necessary steps outlined in the manufacturer's communication, which involves contacting Honda's Technical Information & Support (TIS) group. They will provide specific vehicle information to Honda, who will then issue further instructions regarding the collection of parts. This process helps Honda gather vital data to resolve the issue for all affected vehicles.

Action Required for Dealers

If a qualifying vehicle arrives at a dealership, personnel must contact Technical Information & Support (TIS) via email at [email protected] or by phone at 800-880-1072 (Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm PST). The email title should include the model year (2023), model name (Civic Type R), the issue (MIL On with DTC P0011), and the VIN. The email body must contain the dealer number, technician's name, best phone number, current mileage, and DPTS#.

As a gesture of appreciation, Honda will provide a VISA gift card to technicians who successfully identify and report a qualifying vehicle that is accepted for parts collection.

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Source: NHTSA ID 10242567