1995 Honda Accord
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
14 recalls name the 1995 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.
Vehicle description: sedan, coupe and wagon passenger vehicles except the dx model and models with V6 engines. the factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. a short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. if any insulation IS worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.
The supplemental restraint system (srs) electronic control unit can cause the air bag to deploy unexpectedly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This type of unanticipated air bag deployment could result in abrasion to the hands, arms, or face of a properly-positioned front seat occupant, or could cause more serious injury to an out-of-position occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the srs electronic control unit in the air bag system.
Owner complaints
543 complaints83 involved a crash6 involved a fire69 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
The contact owns a 1995 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in a parking lot, the air bags inadvertently deployed. The contact mentioned the vehicle was able to be driven. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated the supplemental restraint system (srs) warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local dealer honda of hackettstown located at 48 US-46, hackettstown, nj 07840 where it was diagnosed and determined that the cable reel…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated the supplemental restraint system (srs) warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local dealer honda of hackettstown located at 48 US-46, hackettstown, nj 07840 where it was diagnosed and determined that the cable reel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and repaired however the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed for the second time with needing electronic component unit to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 148,558.
- Fuel/propulsion system
There IS no power getting to the fuel pump and can't figure out the isssue. Car won't start. Dies while driving. This problem has been on way before this newest recall and this car should be covered too.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the srs indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hendrick honda (8901 south blvd, charlotte, nc 28273, (704) 552-2090) where it was diagnosed that the srs component needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 300,000.
- Electrical system · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 70 mph with the air conditioner running, smoke appeared under the hood on the passenger side of the vehicle and the temperature gauge increased. The contact mentioned that the failure also occurred when the air conditioner was not activated.…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 70 mph with the air conditioner running, smoke appeared under the hood on the passenger side of the vehicle and the temperature gauge increased. The contact mentioned that the failure also occurred when the air conditioner was not activated. Also, when the gear shifter was engaged in "D4", the gear indicator blinked "p". The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 149,995.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 5 mph, the front passenger side air bag deployed without warning or impact. As a result, the front seat passenger sustained injuries to the left hand. Medical attention was not required. Also, the windshield shattered but was still intact. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 5 mph, the front passenger side air bag deployed without warning or impact. As a result, the front seat passenger sustained injuries to the left hand. Medical attention was not required. Also, the windshield shattered but was still intact. The contact was unaware if metal fragments were projected when the air bag deployed. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact scheduled an appointment with scholfield honda (7017 e kellogg dr, wichita, ks 67207 (316) 688-6400) for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware. Of the failure. The failure mileage was 274,799.
- Unknown or other
Bought 4 continental tires in 2012, had two blowouts on the front, a had two back tires leaking on the side walls. had to replace all 4 tires. the tires had over half of the tread left on the tires..
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags), although it applied to other vehicles of the same year, make, and model. The manufacturer was not notified. the contact had not expirienced a failure.
- Service brakes
ABS light came on while attempting to stop vehicle at a stop sign. The vehicle failed to stop, sponginess occurred when applying brakes, then failure. Car went thru intersection before driver was able to apply emergency brake to stop vehicle. Dealer mechanic noticed slow leak ABS…
ABS light came on while attempting to stop vehicle at a stop sign. The vehicle failed to stop, sponginess occurred when applying brakes, then failure. Car went thru intersection before driver was able to apply emergency brake to stop vehicle. Dealer mechanic noticed slow leak ABS modulator/accumulator system, and recommended replacement. ABS unit replaced at 71,035 miles. 8/2010. Cost for repairs $1600, must replace both as 1 unit, despite no failure with accumulator. At 104,000 miles, 6/2014, the ABS light came on, and brakes were examined at brake, tire, front end, and alignment shop, where they have been continually maintained. An examination was done and no signs of unusual wear or damage to front or rear brakes, test drive done by technician. Recommended ABS unit be diagnosed. Diagnostic performed at shop, determined that ABS modulator needed replacement again. It had been 32,965 miles since the original ABS modulator was replaced. Checked in with dealer and the ABS modulator was only covered for 12,000 miles. ABS unit not replaced. At 117,141, 3/2016, the brakes failed again. While backing up and applying brakes they became spongy, went to floor, despite pumping, and failed again, causing vehicle to back into wooden benches, damaging car paint. Dealer estimation for ABS unit repairs IS $2300. Presently, ABS unit not replaced. These overwhelming complaints, from vehicle owners, regarding the ABS modulator unit, along with technical service bulletins, regarding the 1995 honda accord, support a recall being issued for the 1995 honda accord ABS unit. This defective ABS modulator IS a safety issue and it IS extremely dangerous to be without the ability to count on the braking system working, when it IS vital to the stopping of the vehicle, and safety of others on the road!
- Air bags
Takata recall: TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the srs warning light remained illuminated for longer than two years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was 172,000.
- Air bags
1995 honda accord. consumer writes in regards to vehicle airbag light illuminated. *smd
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side frontal air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. updated 06/22/15.*jb ma 08/13/15 updated 10/19/2017*cn
- Air bags
The original airbags were replaced in december 2006 when a honda mechanic accidentally set them off. I cannot get recall information about these 2006 airbags when I enter my vin. The parts listed on invoice are: 06780-sv1-a90zd airbag *yr164l* and 06770-sv4-a50za airbag assy- *NH1L*
- Electrical system
When the car IS on and the headlights are switched on, the lights on the instrument panel and the lights for the shift stick and the radio flicker or don't turn on at all. When they decide to work, one slight bump and they are off again. *tr
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the battery warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Electrical system · Power train
Engine can be shut off and key removed without being in the park position on shifter. *tr
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted immediately and operated as designed. Over the course of two months the failure recurred numerous times. Each time the vehicle was restarted; it…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted immediately and operated as designed. Over the course of two months the failure recurred numerous times. Each time the vehicle was restarted; it became increasingly difficult at times taking up to 45 minutes to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the ignition switch was replaced along with the distributor cap and spark plugs. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 165,000 and the current mileage was 168,000.
- Engine · Power train
Almost hitting by passing cars on the other lane because my transmission was acting up it would accelerate out no where on and off therefore causing a safety hazard for other motorist. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the driver's side air bag deployed independently and without warrant. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 146,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while parked, the srs light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The technician disconnected the air bag unit and stated the air bags may not deploy. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while parked, the srs light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The technician disconnected the air bag unit and stated the air bags may not deploy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 108,239. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the air bags deployed inadvertently and without any warning. The contact mentioned that the impact of the air bags caused the windshield to shatter. The contact was not injured. The vehicle was taken to the…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the air bags deployed inadvertently and without any warning. The contact mentioned that the impact of the air bags caused the windshield to shatter. The contact was not injured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they would contact her back at a later date. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was unknown. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the srs light was constantly illuminated for approximately six weeks. An authorized dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign ID number 96v217000…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the srs light was constantly illuminated for approximately six weeks. An authorized dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign ID number 96v217000 (air bags). The dealer diagnosed the failure and stated that the electronic control unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 81,000. updated 03/05/12*lj updated 03/06/12
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact was driving 30 mph when the srs air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign ID number:96v217000 (air bags). the manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 120,000.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling
While driving, both tach and speed needles dropped to 0, engine died and had to switch off. Sometimes, the car would start back up again. Other times, the engine would die right after the engine starts. It sometimes would take about 15 minutes of switching the keys off/on before the engine would stay running. then after some distance, the engine would die without warning again. *tr
- Air bags
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 honda accord EX. While driving approximately 2 mph approaching a traffic stop signal, the contact heard a loud noise followed by the front driver side air bag abruptly deploying with an emittance of smoke. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 honda accord EX. While driving approximately 2 mph approaching a traffic stop signal, the contact heard a loud noise followed by the front driver side air bag abruptly deploying with an emittance of smoke. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact sustained bruises to the left arm and ribs. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to determine the cause of failure. The manufacturer was notified and they advised that based on the age of the vehicle the failure was viewed as an accident. Also, the manufacturer stated that the failure could possibly occur whenever encountering a pothole or during rapid deceleration. There was a recall associated with the defect under nhtsa campaign ID number 96v217000 (air bags). However, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was waiting on a response from the manufacturer for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- ABS
- Oversensitive air bag deployment
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.
- 10144037Dealer message - Today, American Honda is notifying dealers of a voluntary noncompliance recall for a small number of Honda vehicles due to an error on the replacement (service part) underhood emissions labels. American Honda previously notified CARB and the EPA for this action.
- 10144032Service bulletin - Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with a label listing incorrect information. The affected emission labels are replacement service parts, and were not installed at the factory; they were installed during postmanufacturing repairs that required replacement of the underlying part. This will cause the vehicle to be non-compliant with emissions regulations.
- 10014248Water leak at doors and/or floor.
- 10014017Poor a/c cooling during hard acceleration.
- 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.
- 10003228Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1361 and dtc p1381 set - service tip.
- 10003200Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1361, tdc sensor and dtc p1381, cyp sensor.
- 10002699Grade logic control information.
- 10001798Rear brake shoe kits now available.
- 6092376Information on diagnosing the ceiling lights.
- 6092355Honda has agreed to extend the emissions warranty on all affect vehicles to rovide emissions-related services during the warranty.
- 6088700Test
- 999999test
- 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.
- 630994Information on troubleshooting multiple misire diagnostic trouble codes p0301, p0306).
- 629541Customers may complain of a twang noise from the front suspension that sounds like a spring contact. *Slc
- 626808Information regarding water leakage during a car wash.
- 624570Information regarding balancer shaft oil seal labor operation .
- 624549Subject on regarding tach fluctuation and/or a/t dtc p0725.
- 624159Information on regarding: brakes ABS dtc.
- 624040Information regarding: dtc p0133.
- 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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