1994 Honda Accord
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
13 recalls name the 1994 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.
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 aj motorsport 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
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
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 j & a auto accessories combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. 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
J & a auto accessories will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps. the recall began on july 10, 2006. owners may contact j & a auto accessories at 310-327-4981.
Certain e speed racing combination lamps sold as replacement equipment 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
E speed racing will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began may 10, 2006. owners may contact e speed racing 909-923-3636.
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 tire valve stems were damaged during the assembly process. This can cause the tire to lose air pressure.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Significant air loss can result in steering pull,tire overheating, and eventual tire failure which could result in an accident.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect all tires to determine if the valve stems were damaged. Any damaged tire stems will be replaced.
Owner complaints
369 complaints76 involved a crash4 involved a fire51 injuries3 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
"Takata recall" the vehicle's ignition system has stopped working. On ming and akers bakersfield ca.,
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
Bought car from tow yard, for 500 bucks, he gave me papers and I smogged and took to dmv, where I then paid fees and the issued me papers and new pink slip
- Tires
Tire dry rotting at 20,000 miles. Only 3 years old. tires are bulging/separating on the tread of the tire causing the vehicle to vibrate while driving.
- Tires
Tire dry rotting at 20,000 miles. Only 3 years old. tires are bulging/separating on the tread of the tire causing the vehicle to vibrate while driving.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
Tamara recall , I bought the c a e from birthday auto auction and I had it for 2\1 months and it's started making a struggling sound and would take longer to start up then after that the whole enguin started to shake and the thermometer went out then it wouldn't speed up past 25 miles from that point I haven't been driving it.
- Electronic stability control (esc)
1994 honda accord EX IS used 6 months of the year as it IS left at condo and has $17,400 miles. It IS a perfect running car. On december 19, 2017 an icon showed up on the dashboard. It said "check". Was told it had something to do with the engine. Was going to bring it to mechanical station as it…
1994 honda accord EX IS used 6 months of the year as it IS left at condo and has $17,400 miles. It IS a perfect running car. On december 19, 2017 an icon showed up on the dashboard. It said "check". Was told it had something to do with the engine. Was going to bring it to mechanical station as it was late. After driving on a heavy traffic main road, it stopped in the middle of the road with no warning. It was pushed to the side and had to be towed. It was about $450.00. I now see the car was recalled for this years ago. I never got a recall warning. The reason I am writing this IS because if there was a car in back of me, it would have been bad. If driving on I95 where cars go to 85 miles an hour, it would have been disastrous. this car IS excellent and I was told by delray honda that "this engine will last forever". cars shouldn't be allowed to be sold to the public where it IS possible to just stop while in motion. It was a distributor. Have a receipt if needed.
- Tires
Dunlop signature II 195/60x15 dot pjrb LK1R a set of 4 installed on a 1994 honda accord in january 2015. in february 2016, one tire developed a side wall bubble and was replaced under warranty after it was determined that the bubble was not caused by misuse or injury to the tire. the replacement tire developed a side wall bubble in august 2016.
- Exterior lighting
1994 honda accord. consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlight assembly products. *smd
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on numerous occasions without warning. It was diagnosed that the locator beacon had been installed incorrectly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The vin and failure mileage were unknown.
- Visibility/wiper
The windshield does not clear with defrost on. It foggs up so bad you can not see to drive. Very dangerous. we bought this car used several months ago for my 16 yr old to drive to school. Now with the weather change I see it IS now IS not safe.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. On several occasions while driving at 30 mph, the vehicle's rpms lowered and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with an ignition output signal malfunction. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was unavailable. The failure mileage was 215,000.
- Air bags
1994 honda accord EX. Possible airbag defect. *Ta the consumer does not feel safe in his vehicle. *Jb
- Power train
Key was removed from ignition switch while the transmission shift lever was inadvertantly left in the " drive " position. vehicle had rolled about 20 feet in a parking lot when I returned. this IS not supposed to happen if the " ignition interlock " IS functioning correctly. *tr
- Service brakes
I was driving locally applying the brake when the pedal went down nearly to the floor. I was able to get the car to my mechanic a short distance away. the brake line had ruptured just aft of the gas tank where it passes transversely over the frame to the right rear wheel. the line fore and aft…
I was driving locally applying the brake when the pedal went down nearly to the floor. I was able to get the car to my mechanic a short distance away. the brake line had ruptured just aft of the gas tank where it passes transversely over the frame to the right rear wheel. the line fore and aft IS coated but this section IS not and had corroded. the condition of the brake line at this point IS not visible to inspection when the car IS on a hoist. *tr
- Service brakes
I was approaching a red light, starting to gradually apply brakes more than 200 feet away from the intersection. There's only one car in front of me; it already stopped in front of the intersection. When my car was about 15 feet away from the front car, I felt a sudden loss of braking power, and…
I was approaching a red light, starting to gradually apply brakes more than 200 feet away from the intersection. There's only one car in front of me; it already stopped in front of the intersection. When my car was about 15 feet away from the front car, I felt a sudden loss of braking power, and would have a direct collision with the front car. I immediately made a sharp left turn. My car's right front light area hit the front car's left rear bumper. My car continued moving, and finally stopped on the curb/grass by the side of the intersection. Later the tow truck driver confirmed that my car had no brakes at all, which was also later confirmed by professional mechanics. prior to the accident, we (my girlfriend and i) had the car for 7 years. We had never had brake problems. The accident took place toward the end of a 250-mile round trip high way driving. I didn't feel any brake problem during the driving before the accident. *tr
- Air bags
I was involved in a car accident traveling 35 mph, where I hit the passenger side of another vehicle with my front end. During the impact I recall my body moving forward, the seat belt restraining me, and my head continued to move forward hitting my chest. Due to the late deployment of the airbag…
I was involved in a car accident traveling 35 mph, where I hit the passenger side of another vehicle with my front end. During the impact I recall my body moving forward, the seat belt restraining me, and my head continued to move forward hitting my chest. Due to the late deployment of the airbag, the impact of the airbag occurred on top of my head. I was knocked unconscious and it complicated the injuries to my neck and head. I also received an airbag burn on my right wrist from the escaping gas from the airbag vent. *tr
- Seats
I was stopped waiting to make a left turn when I was hit from the rear by another vehicle... my seat broke and it left me in a reclining position. *tr
- Seats
While I was waiting to make a left turn, I was hit from the rear. My seat broke and it left me in a reclining position. *tr
- Structure › Body
Clear coat on vehicle began to fail in 2004. Over seven years, has become extensive. I did complain to dealer and honda even thought it was out of warranty. Was told it was "an old car". At this point, perhaps 40 percent of painted metal has clear coat missing (peeled). have seen many other hondas with same problem. *Tr
- Structure › Body
Clear coat on vehicle began to fail in 2001. Over ten years, has become extensive. I did not complain to dealer as it was out of warranty. At this point, perhaps 40 percent of painted metal has clear coat missing (peeled). *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph and noticed blue and black smoke emitting from the hood area. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact inspected under the hood and detected no flames. There was an excessive amount of oil was leaking from the…
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph and noticed blue and black smoke emitting from the hood area. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact inspected under the hood and detected no flames. There was an excessive amount of oil was leaking from the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer four different times for the same failure. The first occurrence, the cam shaft seals were replaced. The failure continued with no resolutions. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Electrical system
Car was difficult to start twice. I thought nothing of the issue. driving home from work in may 2010 and the entire car went dead. no power to the engine or any accessories. luckily I was not in traffic or else the situation could have ended much differently with a complete loss of power. I…
Car was difficult to start twice. I thought nothing of the issue. driving home from work in may 2010 and the entire car went dead. no power to the engine or any accessories. luckily I was not in traffic or else the situation could have ended much differently with a complete loss of power. I coasted to a stop and wiggled the key, and limped it home with the hazard lights on. I researched the problem on the internet and traced the issue to a defective ignition switch. I ordered a beckarnley #201-1807 switch to replace the old one. the old switch was clearly worn and had burn marks on the metal, thus causing the lack of conduction in the ignition system. the car IS running perfectly now. I believe this should be a recall as it IS for other model years of the same model (honda accord). *Tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch · Power train › Automatic transmission
Tl*the contact owned a 1994 honda accord. The contact stated that the key should not be removed from the vehicle unless the gear shift selector was in park. On july 5, 2010, the vehicle was in drive when the key came out of the ignition causing the vehicle to roll out of the driveway into a ditch…
Tl*the contact owned a 1994 honda accord. The contact stated that the key should not be removed from the vehicle unless the gear shift selector was in park. On july 5, 2010, the vehicle was in drive when the key came out of the ignition causing the vehicle to roll out of the driveway into a ditch near his neighbors residence. The wheels were straddled on both sides of the ditch. no injuries were reported. the police were not notified. The vehicle was destroyed. the failure mileage was approximately 122,000. Updated 09/15/10. *Lj updated 09/16/10
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. The vehicle had goodyear assurance comforted tires, size p19560r15, dot M6V9. The contact stated the rear tires were replaced. Within four months, the tires exhibited tread failure. On a later date, while driving at low speeds and exiting a driveway, the…
TL* the contact owns a 1994 honda accord. The vehicle had goodyear assurance comforted tires, size p19560r15, dot M6V9. The contact stated the rear tires were replaced. Within four months, the tires exhibited tread failure. On a later date, while driving at low speeds and exiting a driveway, the front driver's tire failed. All four tires were purchased new in 2005. The failure and current mileages were unknown. Updated 08/11/10. *Lj the consumer stated each tire developed a bulge on the sidewall. one of the tires popped. updated 08/11/10
- Air bags › Frontal · Suspension · Suspension › Front · Vehicle speed control · Wheels
I bought a 1994 honda accord on february 2, 2010. After having the vehicle for about a week, the left tire rod broke on the car.,,,, it was towed to a service center to get repaired on 2/13/2010, then as I drove the car on 2/16/2010, the steering wheel pulled very hard to the right enabling me to…
I bought a 1994 honda accord on february 2, 2010. After having the vehicle for about a week, the left tire rod broke on the car.,,,, it was towed to a service center to get repaired on 2/13/2010, then as I drove the car on 2/16/2010, the steering wheel pulled very hard to the right enabling me to steer, and crashed me into a big curve...i was rushed to the hospital and had to undergo 2 surgeries with having to get a tracheostomy in place..i still have it as of today. I am undergoing therapy,outpatient surgery and frequent er visits.. *Tr
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.
- 10014248Water leak at doors and/or floor.
- 10013953Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network.
- 10013805Odometer accuracy. Honda tech line summary.
- 10009278Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009048Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary.
- 10005933Keyless, ceiling light, ignition key beeper logic. Honda october tech line information. 2002 prelude also included.
- 10005920Leakage from moonroof glass weatherstrip. Honda servicenews.
- 10005913Soggy floor carpet during car wash. Honda servicenews.
- 10005881Keyless entry, ceiling light, ignition key beeper logic. Honda servicenews.
- 10002699Grade logic control information.
- 10001798Rear brake shoe kits now available.
- 6092376Information on diagnosing the ceiling lights.
- 6088879Test
- 6088711Test
- 6088698Test
- 6088388Test
- 6088377Test
- 6088373Test
- 6088368Test
- 6088363This IS testing
- 999999test
- 764293Test
- 636738Subject regarding customer complaints that the engine hesitates briefly when accelerating.
- 635787Some vehicles may exhibit growling or whining from one or both of the rear wheels when driving.
- 631027Customers may complain of a brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine speeds.
- 629541Customers may complain of a twang noise from the front suspension that sounds like a spring contact. *Slc
- 629538Subject regarding illumination of the brake lamp failure warning light after installation of the trunk spoiler. *Slc
- 626808Information regarding water leakage during a car wash.
- 624570Information regarding balancer shaft oil seal labor operation .
- 624159Information on regarding: brakes ABS dtc.
- 623341Subject regarding parts to correct 5TH gear grinding.
- 623292Subject regarding fifth gear grinds during upshift.
- 622540Parts information bulletin regarding product update for the front balancer oil seal retainer kit.
- 619943Information used when the ABS control unit sets a diagnostic trouble code 1-8 (accumulator volume problem).
- 619921Product update regarding front balancer shaft oil seal.
- 618987Information on preventing diagnostic trouble code 1-3 after anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator work.
- 618967Information pertaining to honda cellular telephone owners manual.
- 618908A condition may exist where the front balancer shaft oil seal may back out of the oil pump housing over time. If this happens, the oil can be rapidly pumped out of the engine without warning causing serious engine damage if continued to drive.
- 618907Letter to service manager regarding product update campaign - balancer shaft oil seal.
- 618903A condition may exist where the transmission grinds when shifted into 5TH gear.
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