1991 Honda Accord
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
13 recalls name the 1991 Honda Accord. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
K2 motor IS recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Remedy
Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Certain eagle eyes and sonar headlights and corner lights sold as aftermarket for use on 1988-2005 honda civic, 1990-2005 honda accord, and 1990-2001 acura integra passenger vehicles listed above. headlights and corner lights that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Tom motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the purchase of noncompliant lights. the recall began april 17, 2006. owners may contact tom motorsport at 626-968-4007.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Certain poli-auto combination headlamp assemblies, p/nos. 11-728, 11-728d, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708p, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (p&c), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, and 11-732, sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Poli-auto will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps at its original purchase price. the recall IS expected to begin during april 2006. owners may contact poli-auto at 305-477-1356.
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo USA at 909-468-3688.
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles. Carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. Check that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tug on the belt to make sure the latch IS securely locked, then press the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button IS pressed. If either release button shows any sign of breakage or cracking, or if either buckle fails to operate properly, promptly contact your authorized honda/acura dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer IS developing a remedy designed to prevent the failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
The rear outside seating position safety belts may lock up at angles other than those required by fmvss 209, "seat belt assemblies". this does not conform to the motor vehicle safety standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Non-conforming safety belts cause an increased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
Replace the sensor in the rear seat belt retractor.
A washer in the cargo area light may not be properly attached, and may have fallen in the cargo light during assembly. If this occurred, and the three position light switch IS in the middle position, and the tailgate IS open, the washer can cause a short circuit in the light.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The light short circuit could cause the switch tooverheat and result in a cargo compartment fire.
Remedy
Remove the washers behind the cargo area light and replace any damaged light assemblies.
Owner complaints
212 complaints17 involved a crash6 involved a fire19 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts
The automatic seat belt on my driver side IS stuck in the forward position. The passenger side belt works just fine, just not the driver side. This happened after I had my distributor replaced and when I started my car up, it wouldn't work.
- Unknown or other
Car died when I'm stopped and when I accelerate. Now I can't get it to start at all. The sparks are good, the fuel pump IS good and it has gas in it .
- Electrical system · Visibility/wiper
Driver's side sun visor became loose and now stays in a down position and swings freely. was told to visit junk yard to find a functional visor (whole unit has to be replaced). this incident occurred 5 years ago. the windshield sun visor IS a big issue since it obstructs my vision (especially at…
Driver's side sun visor became loose and now stays in a down position and swings freely. was told to visit junk yard to find a functional visor (whole unit has to be replaced). this incident occurred 5 years ago. the windshield sun visor IS a big issue since it obstructs my vision (especially at night) and since it IS so annoying, I've removed it. now I have serious safety concerns when the sun IS shining brightly directly in front of me when I'm driving. approximately 8 years ago the driver's side rear side window quit working. I had the motor replaced, but it did not resolve the problem - it won't go up the entire way. about 5 years ago the front driver's side - side window stopped going down all the way. again, I had the motor replaced, but it still won't go down without hesitation and stops at the halfway point. the engine warning light came on permanently approximately 7 years ago and I've had 3 repair shops tell me they cannot get it to turn off. now I don't know when I'm having an issue. currently, I keep smelling a burning rubber smell, but no issues w/radiator are present. not sure if the 'check engine light' would have alerted me to a problem, but I do count on my instrument panel warning lights to warn me of issues I wouldn't be aware of since I'm no mechanic. I purchased a honda due to their safety records and durability and counted on keeping my car as long as possible. I'm now having to reconsider purchasing a car in the next year and as much as I was able to depend on my honda, I'm strongly considering a different car make (not a honda). *tr
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal
Ntsb: 1991 honda accord: consumer states they would like an investigation to reference the safety of turn signal. *SS
- Seat belts
The driver side automatic retractable seat belt restraint IS currently stuck in the forward position by the window and will not retract. We have taken the car for a diagnostic check to verify that it needs replaced. The part IS supposed to be covered under the lifetime seatbelt warranty but we are…
The driver side automatic retractable seat belt restraint IS currently stuck in the forward position by the window and will not retract. We have taken the car for a diagnostic check to verify that it needs replaced. The part IS supposed to be covered under the lifetime seatbelt warranty but we are having continued issues getting something done. They have told us they can't locate a part, that they aren't "sure" if it's covered, and have basically brushed us off.
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the driver side seat belt failed to retract and expand. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the shoulder restraint failed and the seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the driver side seat belt failed to retract and expand. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the shoulder restraint failed and the seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case on the contact's behalf. The approximate failure mileage was 229,000.
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. While driving at any speed, the seat belt warning sensor light illuminated with a beeping sound. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician could not find a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 202,000.
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the seat belt buckle would not latch or retract. In addition, the buckle seat belt warning light illuminated while seat belt was buckled. The failure occurred on a daily basis. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the seat belt buckle would not latch or retract. In addition, the buckle seat belt warning light illuminated while seat belt was buckled. The failure occurred on a daily basis. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the seat belt control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 268,000.
- Electrical system · Seat belts
My automatic seat belt on the drivers side stopped retracting, and now the seatbelt light flashes and warning bell keeps beeping. Even when I have the seat belt fastened. I called my local honda dealer. The service department told me it was not covered under the warranty, but I have the warranty…
My automatic seat belt on the drivers side stopped retracting, and now the seatbelt light flashes and warning bell keeps beeping. Even when I have the seat belt fastened. I called my local honda dealer. The service department told me it was not covered under the warranty, but I have the warranty and it says it IS covered. When I told them that, I was told I could bring the car in and pay to determine if it IS covered. But they say only the belt buckle IS covered. My warranty states the whole system IS covered. It was larry miller honda in boise idaho that I called. *tr
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord LX. The contact stated that when the brakes were depressed, the rear seat belt restraint failed to operate. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 216,000.
- Seat belts
The seat belt shoulder restraint IS locked in a retracted position. honda america says that only the buckle IS warranteed for life and not any other portion of the system. my owners manual states that the seat belt IS warranteed for the usable life of the automobile. *tr
- Seat belts
The seat belt control module failed, the driver's side sliding seat belt IS stuck in the forward position. The lifetime seat belt warranty covers the seat belt control module as it IS a seat belt component. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
1991 honda accord. Consumer states anti-lock braking system failed *tgw the dealer informed the consumer the required replacement part was not available from honda or any after-market source.
- Seat belts
The automatic seatbelt has gone forward and will not retract obstructing the steering wheel, and IS just generally unsafe... This IS supposed to be covered by a lifetime honda warranty but they refuse to honor it. *tr
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the front driver's seat belt failed. The seat belt would not retract or fasten. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that a diagnostic test had to be performed to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin information was not available. The failure and current mileages were 246,000.
- Seat belts › Front
1991 honda accord. Consumer writes in regards to seat belts and motor *tgw the consumer stated she took her vehicle to the dealer for a seat belt problem that was supposed to be provided with a lifetime warranty, only to find out that the motor that operated the passenger side seat belt needed to be replaced and it was not covered by the lifetime warranty. *Jb
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was crashed into from the side and the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact and an occupant of the vehicle were injured and transported to the hospital. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileages were unknown.
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. The contact stated the front drivers side automatic seat belt did not retract. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told the seat belt warning system failed. The failure mileage and current mileage was 121,000.
- Tires
Treads separated from tire while driving, nearly causing an accident. A couple of miles before it came apart, there was a slight vibration. I slowed down to fifty mph on a highway, the tire blew apart, momentarily lost control of the vehicle, and once I maintained control of the vehicle, I pulled…
Treads separated from tire while driving, nearly causing an accident. A couple of miles before it came apart, there was a slight vibration. I slowed down to fifty mph on a highway, the tire blew apart, momentarily lost control of the vehicle, and once I maintained control of the vehicle, I pulled over to the side of the highway. I took the tire back to discount tire, they wrote a report on the condition of the tire and sent the report back to falken tire. They denied liability for the tire failure and the tire IS still in their possession. *kb
- Seat belts
I have a 1991 honda accord EX and my seat belt reactors never works like its supposed to! I went to the honda place here in cartersville and they told me that seat belts for my car isn't covered and I know seat belts are apart of a lifetime warranty. Im not gonna pay $110 jus for them to look at it…
I have a 1991 honda accord EX and my seat belt reactors never works like its supposed to! I went to the honda place here in cartersville and they told me that seat belts for my car isn't covered and I know seat belts are apart of a lifetime warranty. Im not gonna pay $110 jus for them to look at it and tell me why its not working, just fix the [xxx] thing!! This IS a safety issue for alot of hondas that's in the 90'S. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *Tr
- Seat belts
The front passenger side automatic seat belt on my 1991 honda accord LX suddenly stopped working. I talked to a service mechanic at the honda dealership and he said that the lifetime warranty on seat belts dd not cover automatic seat belts. it IS my understanding that a lapbelt alone IS not…
The front passenger side automatic seat belt on my 1991 honda accord LX suddenly stopped working. I talked to a service mechanic at the honda dealership and he said that the lifetime warranty on seat belts dd not cover automatic seat belts. it IS my understanding that a lapbelt alone IS not enough to protect a passenger in the event of a collision. currently I can not afford the cost that they quoted for repair and I am driving the car without a functional seat belt. *tr
- Electrical system · Seat belts
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. While driving approximately 20 mph, the seat belt light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that an electrical failure caused the seat belt light to turn on. The vehicle had not…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. While driving approximately 20 mph, the seat belt light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that an electrical failure caused the seat belt light to turn on. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 123,382 and the current mileage was approximately 123,800. updated 01/13/11*bf updated 01/24/11*jb
- Seat belts
For the past 8 years, both the driver's and front passenger's shoulder seatbelts simultaneously behave erratically. several times a year, the front shoulder belts have done all of the following, then hours or days later returned to normal. ----- (a) failed to disengage when car stopped and door…
For the past 8 years, both the driver's and front passenger's shoulder seatbelts simultaneously behave erratically. several times a year, the front shoulder belts have done all of the following, then hours or days later returned to normal. ----- (a) failed to disengage when car stopped and door opened, and remain permanently engaged for several hours or several days. ----- (b) failed to engage when I entered and started the car, then remaining permanently unengaged for several hours or days. ----- (c). Disengaged while I drove the car, sending the shoulder belt over my arm. ----- when the seat belt remains disengaged, I must either push the shoulder belt behind the steering wheel or disconnected it. after a few years of this, the mechanism ceased beeping, and the dummy light ceased lighting for this problem. ----- honda told me these seat belt problems are not covered by warranty. three years later, I was told the seat belt control unit was the problem and would cost $730. numerous other people have seen the same problem, and because of the high $700 cost discuss how to disable various parts of the seat belt system, http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/honda-accord/toe3qolcur8bqtb4p. *Tr
- Seat belts
Seat belt warning light and warning buzzer sound continuously. passenger side shoulder seat belt remains locked in rear position and will not travel. honda refused to honor lifetime warranty on seat belt operation stating that these problems are "electronic" and not seat belt warranty issues.…
Seat belt warning light and warning buzzer sound continuously. passenger side shoulder seat belt remains locked in rear position and will not travel. honda refused to honor lifetime warranty on seat belt operation stating that these problems are "electronic" and not seat belt warranty issues. parts and labor to cure these problems estimated at in excess of $1,000. due expense, only solution IS to disconnect seat belt warning system and disable passenger side shoulder belt. *Tr
- Latches/locks/linkages · Power train › Automatic transmission
Sport mode light flashes then transmission does not engage in gears. It starts to make a whining sound ,car moves slowly when gas IS pressed. Happens more when weather IS hot. Possible problem: transmission control unit (tcu). *Tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10013953Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network.
- 10009278Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009048Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary.
- 10005925Timing belt adjustment procedure. Honda october tech line information.
- 10005870Use '94 accord service manual to adjust timing belt tension.
- 6092376Information on diagnosing the ceiling lights.
- 635787Some vehicles may exhibit growling or whining from one or both of the rear wheels when driving.
- 629541Customers may complain of a twang noise from the front suspension that sounds like a spring contact. *Slc
- 624101Information regarding a/t slippage.
- 618984Information on replacing the O2 sensor when experiencing hesitation or delay during moderate acceleration.
- 615787Information on vehicles exhbiting a transmission that slips after driving.
- 603961Concerns with engine hesitation or stumble can be felt under light acceleration between 1,500 and 2,000 rpm. Updated 10/09/07.
- 602682Some vehicle may experience hesitation or stumble.
- 52056Rear wheel bearing noise.
- 39522Doors or windows hard to open.
- 39521Product improvement campaign: rear seat belt retractor sensor.
- 39517Partially open window rattles.
- 39045Front and rear tire wear.
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