P1399 on Honda

On Honda and Acura, a random misfire that the computer cannot pin on one cylinder

Severity: Severity not verified — if the car runs badly, have it inspected

We have not sourced a severity ruling for P1399. A misfire can still damage the catalytic converter, so have a shop look at it soon, and treat a flashing check engine light as urgent.

Source: how we rate severity

This page covers only what differs on Honda. For what P1399 means, the ranked causes and the test order, see the P1399 guide.

What's different on Honda

Honda

  • 2003 · Pilot

    Supported by vehicle data

    Honda bulletin 060103 covers a rough-running 2003 Pilot with P1399. A mechanic also cites valve adjustment or a blocked EGR passage on a 2003 Pilot.

  • 2002–2003 · Odyssey

    Supported by vehicle data

    Honda bulletin 060103 covers a 2002-2003 Odyssey that runs rough at 40 to 70 mph with P1399. Whether the bulletin is still current is not verified.

  • 060103Status unverified

    Engine runs rough at 40 to 70 mph with P0301 to P0306 and P1399

    2002–2003odyssey, pilot · NHTSA 10002700

    Service tips for a rough-running engine with misfire codes and P1399 stored. The NHTSA summary does not give the repair.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Sources and review

  1. Honda service bulletin 060103 (NHTSA 10002700 and 10002693): engine runs rough 40 to 70 mph with P0301-P0306 and P1399 — American Honda Motor Co.
  2. Q: OBD code P1399 (Honda Pilot) — YourMechanic
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