1997 Honda Accord
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
15 recalls name the 1997 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.
On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle IS started.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch. owner notification began june 14, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. also steering controllability would be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
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.
Owner complaints
460 complaints42 involved a crash10 involved a fire31 injuries9 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
The contact owns a 1997 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and attempting to slow down, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality however, the failure became a persistent failure. No warning lights were…
The contact owns a 1997 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and attempting to slow down, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality however, the failure became a persistent failure. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. However, the contact stated that the battery, carburetor, and alternator were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V120000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Engine · Exterior lighting · Wheels
I bought this car from a private owner about 2 months ago ever since I had it the car shuts off I think it O2 sensor is not working or it's gone the CV joint went out on the right side I had it replaced and it still messed up it's something with the suspension and stuff the front end alignments out…
I bought this car from a private owner about 2 months ago ever since I had it the car shuts off I think it O2 sensor is not working or it's gone the CV joint went out on the right side I had it replaced and it still messed up it's something with the suspension and stuff the front end alignments out real bad it ate up my tires really bad to where it keeps eating up tires every time I put them on here badly real fast too the left side CV joint I believe is about to go out cuz it's knocking the lights are messed up the wiring in this car is bad with the lighting system because the left headlight is out and it won't stay on it blinks on and off the cigarette lighter is not working sometimes this car will not crank it'll turn over and show the lights but it won't crank the radiator fans are not working I don't know what's going on with that and it's a lot of other things I believe that's not properly working right and I really need this checked out because I'm low income with children and I like that I had a bad accident two days ago in this car during the rain because my car slid right and it kept going right instead of turning left on the interstate around the curve in the curve it went right and I'm scared of this car right now cuz it almost killed me and my kids if it would have hit that guardrail we would have went off the in Bank of the interstate I just now today on May 18th 2023 had a tire put on here and I'm going to have another one put on here again these tires cost money because I was sold a car that is not properly stable for this road and I was lied to about it and the guy got my $1,000 and he told me this car was drivable and stable when it's not and my windows don't automatically roll down in the front with the power button but the back one was rolled down when you roll them down from the back please help me understand this car thank you. my email address is [XXX] and once again I'm low income practically homeless and I'm trying to do gig. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION A
- Suspension
SEVERE frame rust where suspension bolts to. Safety hazard.
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Power train
While driving car speed starts to fall soon there is no pedal at all and smoke and fire come from underneath dashboard transmission hesitates to shift now currently un safe to drive.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30- 35 mph, the vehicle overheated and smoke was detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact let the vehicle cool down however experienced the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was…
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30- 35 mph, the vehicle overheated and smoke was detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact let the vehicle cool down however experienced the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The vin was not available.
- Electrical system · Service brakes · Suspension
I test drive 1997 honda accord and you had to pump the break paddle to slow it down within 4 block radius when returning the garage the service engine light came on the vehicle started vibrating this was last week this month june 2020. They selling the for $1600. The blue book show it worth $800. To 1200. This vehicle serious mechanical issu
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord LX. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 60 mph (the cruse control on), when attempted to slow down, the vehicle did not stop. The contact attempted to avoid the vehicles in front, went in to an embankment, and then came out onto oncoming…
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord LX. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 60 mph (the cruse control on), when attempted to slow down, the vehicle did not stop. The contact attempted to avoid the vehicles in front, went in to an embankment, and then came out onto oncoming traffic. The contact got striked by a pick up truck. A police report was filed. The passenger was taken to the hospital by ambulance, treated and released. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 171,000. *bf*jb
- Electrical system
I am hearing electrical sparking sound when I turn ignition switch to start position. The car starts only after several attempts. Car was stationary.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start when prompted. A dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system) as the source of the failure. The failure mileage was 131,000.
- Electrical system
The car dies while driving, sometimes in motion, sometimes stopped in traffic. The mechanic said it IS the ignition switch. This was the subject of a recall previously in 2002. I can't tell if my car was listed or repaired then.
- Air bags
I was driving home from work and my srs light came on and has not went off. I have not hit anything and I was just driving on the interstate when it just came on.
- Electrical system
My car spontaneously blew up on monday. Hadn't driven it in over 2 hours. Believe it falls under recall number 98v231000. No check engine lights and regularly maintenanced.
- Electrical system
Honda dealership replaced ignition switch. the original ignition switch was replaced in the 2002 recall. the replacement switch was replaced in 2016 after exhibiting the same symptoms that led to the original recall: silent stall. the faulty switch led to a stall at a stop light and when the…
Honda dealership replaced ignition switch. the original ignition switch was replaced in the 2002 recall. the replacement switch was replaced in 2016 after exhibiting the same symptoms that led to the original recall: silent stall. the faulty switch led to a stall at a stop light and when the light turned green I was rear ended as I was attempting to restart the car. I had to reach out to honda asking them to verify the problem and replace at no charge.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. After starting the vehicle, it stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact was not aware if the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle severely hesitated to accelerate. The contact mentioned the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 255,015. The vin was not available.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Power train
This car randomly shuts down as I am driving have taken it to numerous places and nothing IS found. Shut down 6 times in a row last time with my child in the car on a dark highway cold and raining. Very dangerous!!! The inside lights flash on and off all of the time mostly turning curves, wasting…
This car randomly shuts down as I am driving have taken it to numerous places and nothing IS found. Shut down 6 times in a row last time with my child in the car on a dark highway cold and raining. Very dangerous!!! The inside lights flash on and off all of the time mostly turning curves, wasting battery. Noise in the front wheels/tires/axles like something IS waiting to break off as you are driving. Overheated last year for no apparent reason costing ton of money. I have replaced the compressor twice and still the air conditioner doesn't cool. I leave the "air" button on to keep the fans running so it doesn't overheat as I'm driving. Not to mention in the summer it IS blowing out heat and all the windows do not roll down. This car IS a mess and I will never purchase another honda. Thanks-
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the engine lost power. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was awaiting diagnostic testing and repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 185,000.
- Air bags
The srs light came on suddenly while driving. Took to dealer and they are charging a lot to repair it. I have not done the repair . How come air bag related srs light can come while just driving and why do I need to pay for it ? It should be covered by manufacturer
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. While driving 55 mph, the speedometer failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 155,899. updated 09/03/15*lj the consumer stated the vehicle speed sensor was replaced at the owner's expense. updated 12/8/2015*js
- Engine · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. While reversing, there was a loud metallic noise coming from the hood of the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and the motor mount fractured and needed to be…
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. While reversing, there was a loud metallic noise coming from the hood of the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and the motor mount fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
- Electrical system · Engine · Unknown or other
My car engine some times used to suddenly shut off and stop abruptly, while slowing or braking. At times, it will start right away after cranking the ignition switch, but, some times, required several tries. abrupt stopping caused extremely dangerous situation, as the drivers behind had to make…
My car engine some times used to suddenly shut off and stop abruptly, while slowing or braking. At times, it will start right away after cranking the ignition switch, but, some times, required several tries. abrupt stopping caused extremely dangerous situation, as the drivers behind had to make very hard stops and narrowly missed hitting rear end of my honda. Since the problem was occurring intermittently, it was very difficult to diagnose and took almost one year. first my mechanic thought it was caused by defective idling speed control relay, then due to bad ignition related relay, which was replaced, but the fault persisted and stalling became more frequent. actually, the defect was due to worn or defective ignition switch, which use to shut the engine off while slowing or braking. after replacing the ignition switch approximately one year ago, car has never stalled.
- Electrical system · Engine
Engine stalled suddenly, without warning, while driving on highway. Since first occurrence it has been happening more frequently, sometimes on the highway and sometimes while stopped at traffic lights. IS very difficult to restart. *tr
- Electrical system
I was backing up. I put the car in drive then it died and started to smoke I got out of the car and looked under hood, saw flames from bottom of car, told my daughter the car IS on fire. We got our things and out and I called the fire department to put out the fire. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch · Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that the seat belt failed to latch in place without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the ignition key disengaged while in the on position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Structure › Body
Clear coat peeling away from paint on hood roof trunk and doors. *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.
- 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.
- 10009279Automatic transmission diagnostic trouble code p0740, p0741 repair tips. Another look. Honda servicenews.
- 10009278Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009048Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary.
- 10005934Reconnecting accessories after ignition switch recall. Honda october tech line information.
- 10005933Keyless, ceiling light, ignition key beeper logic. Honda october tech line information. 2002 prelude also included.
- 10005932Srs diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit. Honda october tech line information.
- 10005930Air conditioning (a/c) compressor control logic. Honda october tech line information. 2002 prelude also included.
- 10005929Clearing anti-lock brake system (ABS) diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). Honda october tech line information.
- 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.
- 10005879Damaged cable reel can cause srs diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). Honda servicenews.
- 10005876Air conditioning (a/c) compressor out? Check blower motor operation. Honda servicenews.
- 10004798Brake system indicator comes on and goes off.
- 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.
- 10002575Straining the automatic transmission fluid (atf) to diagnose automatic transmissions.
- 10001811Srs indicator on with no srs diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) set.
- 10001798Rear brake shoe kits now available.
- 10001793Searching isis for diagnostic trouble code information.
- 10001790Check (atf) automatic transmission fluid condition to diagnose (a/t) automatic transmissions.
- 6092387Subject regarding service manual fix for keyless entry control unit input test.
- 6092376Information on diagnosing the ceiling lights.
- 637651Subject regarding obdii advanced diagnostics on isis.
- 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.
- 631000Concerns with front suspension squeaking in cold weather.
- 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
- 629289Experiencing a squeal noise at front suspension at low temperatures.
- 626808Information regarding water leakage during a car wash.
- 624549Subject on regarding tach fluctuation and/or a/t dtc p0725.
- 624159Information on regarding: brakes ABS dtc.
- 624040Information regarding: dtc p0133.
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