1991 Honda Accord problems
The Honda Accord (Japanese: ホンダ・アコード, Hepburn: Honda Akōdo, /əˈkɔːrd/), also known as the Honda Inspire (Japanese: ホンダ・インスパイア, Hepburn: Honda Insupaia) in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks and a Honda Crosstour crossover.
Since its initiation, Honda has offered several different car body styles and versions of the Accord, and often vehicles marketed under the Accord nameplate concurrently in different regions differ quite substantially. It debuted in 1976, as a compact hatchback, though this style only lasted through 1989, as the lineup was expanded to include a sedan, coupe, and wagon. By the sixth-generation Accord at the end of the 1990s, it evolved into an intermediate vehicle, with one basic platform but with different bodies and proportions to increase its competitiveness against its rivals in different international markets. For the eighth-generation Accord released for the North American market in 2007, Honda had again chosen to move the model further upscale and increase its size. This pushed the Accord sedan from the upper limit of what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines as a mid-size car to just above the lower limit of a full-size car, with the coupe still rated as a mid-size car. In 2012, the ninth-generation Accord sedan, with smaller exterior dimensions, was once again classified as a mid-size car at 119 cubic feet (3.4 m3), falling just shy of the "Large Car" classification. However, the tenth-generation Accord sedan, with similar exterior dimensions, returned to full-size car status with its combined interior space of 123 cubic feet (3.5 m3); the coupe was discontinued in 2017.
In 1982, the Accord became the first car from a Japanese manufacturer to be produced in the United States when production commenced in Marysville, Ohio at Honda's Marysville Auto Plant. The Accord has achieved considerable success, especially in the United States, where it was the best-selling Japanese car for sixteen years (1982–97), topping its class in sales in 1991 and 2001, with around ten million vehicles sold. Numerous road tests, past and present, rate the Accord as one of the world's most reliable vehicles. The Accord has been on the Car and Driver 10Best list a record 38 times.
In 1989, the Accord was the first vehicle sold under an import brand to become the best-selling car in the United States. As of 2020, the Accord has sold more than 18 million units.
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Common 1991 Honda Accord problems
The Honda Accord is a popular and reliable car, but like any vehicle, it can have certain common problems. Based on owner complaints and forum discussions, here are some common issues with the 1991 Honda Accord:
- Stalling and Tachometer Jumping: This issue can be caused by ignition problems, such as worn-out plugs, plug wires, the coil, or the ignitor. If the distributor was recently replaced, it's possible that the new distributor is faulty. A good test for plug wires is to spray them with water from a spray bottle at night and look for sparks jumping from the wires. If there are any sparks, new wires are needed. If the wires are in good condition, plugs should be replaced with NGK OEM plugs. Checking for a Check Engine Light and extracting the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) can also provide valuable information.
- CV Boot and Axle Problems: The CV (Constant Velocity) boot and axle are common failure points in the 1991 Honda Accord. The CV boot can crack, leading to the need for replacement. In some cases, the entire axle may need to be replaced if it has been damaged due to a lack of lubrication from the torn CV boot.
- Brake Master Cylinder Failure: The brake master cylinder is another component that can fail in the 1991 Honda Accord. This can lead to issues with braking performance and may require replacement of the master cylinder.
- Radiator Leaks: Radiator leaks are a common problem in the 1991 Honda Accord. These leaks can cause the car to overheat and may require replacement of the radiator.
- Leaky Rack-and-Pinion: The rack-and-pinion steering system in the 1991 Honda Accord can develop leaks, which can lead to a loss of steering fluid and affect the car's handling. This may require replacement of the rack-and-pinion assembly.
- Distributor O-Ring Leaks: The distributor O-ring can leak, causing a loss of engine oil and potentially leading to engine damage. This may require replacement of the distributor O-ring.
- Balance Shaft Seal Walking: The balance shaft seals in the 1991 Honda Accord can "walk," leading to oil leaks. This may require replacement of the balance shaft seals.
- Automatic Seatbelts Failing in "Open" Position: The automatic seatbelts in the 1991 Honda Accord can fail in the "open" position, which can be a safety concern. This may require replacement of the seatbelt mechanism.
- Bad Clearcoat: The clearcoat on the 1991 Honda Accord can fail, leading to a faded or peeling paint job. This may require repainting the affected areas.
While these common problems can be frustrating for 1991 Honda Accord owners, many of these issues can be addressed with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
What year is bad for Honda Accord?
Q: Which Honda Accord generations have had the most problematic model years? A: The sixth generation (1998-2002) and parts of the seventh (2003-2005), eighth (2008-2010), and ninth generations (2013-2014) have had Honda Accord model years that are best avoided due to various issues and excessive complaints.
What engine does a 1991 Honda Accord have?
Used 1991 Honda Accord Sedan LX - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | Inline 4 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 125 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
Are old accords reliable?
2020 and 2021 are also strong contenders but the used car price on these demand a premium. Honda Accords are known for their reliability and longevity. The best years for a used Honda Accord are 2006–2007, 2011–2012, 2015, 2020, and 2021.
Can a Honda Accord last 20 years?
Hondas are known to last 200,000 to 300,000 miles or 15-20 years. You need to properly maintain them to get this life expectancy from them, but it sets Hondas apart from the rest. It's also well-known that Honda Accords, and all Hondas, are durable and reliable.
1991 Honda Accord car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Accord problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Structure problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1991 Honda Accord vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1991 Honda Accord
The NHTSA has received 227 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1991 Honda Accord. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1991 Honda Accord vehicles.
2018-08-17
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-16
- VIN: 1HGCB7268MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2017-05-14
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-02
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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 .
2016-12-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-10-29
- VIN: 1HGCB7667MA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: 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
2016-09-23
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-15
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: NTSB: 1991 HONDA ACCORD: CONSUMER STATES THEY WOULD LIKE AN INVESTIGATION TO REFERENCE THE SAFETY OF TURN SIGNAL. *SS
2016-06-13
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-01
- VIN: 1HGCB7665MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2016-05-31
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-01
- VIN: 1HGCB7665MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2016-01-26
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-15
- VIN: 1HGCB7656MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2015-02-11
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-11
- VIN: 1HGCB7659MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2013-12-17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-27
- VIN: 1HGCB7264MA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2013-09-30
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-15
- VIN: 1HGCB7654MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2013-05-03
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-24
- VIN: 1HGCB764XMA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2012-11-09
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-08
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2012-10-31
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-10-01
- VIN: JHMCB7687MC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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.
2012-08-16
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-16
- VIN: 1HGCB7561MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2012-04-12
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-09
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2011-12-28
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-01
- VIN: 1HGCB725XMA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2011-12-07
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-25
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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.
2011-10-24
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-22
- VIN: JHMCB7642MC
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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.
2011-08-01
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-08
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: 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
2011-04-20
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-04-18
- VIN: 1HGCB7661MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2011-03-07
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-07
- VIN: 1HGCB7550MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2010-10-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-29
- VIN: 1HGCB7652MA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2010-08-19
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-04
- VIN: 1HGCB7651MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2010-05-14
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-10
- VIN: 1HGCB7252MA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 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
2010-02-03
POWER TRAIN,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-31
- VIN: JHMCB7655MC
- Components: POWER TRAIN,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: 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
1991 Honda Accord recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the 1991 Honda Accord.
2009-05-11
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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 THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: 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.
2009-04-07
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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 THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: 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.
2008-08-11
- Manufacturer: K2 MOTOR CORPORATION
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
2006-07-17
- Manufacturer: TRADESONIC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
2006-06-29
- Manufacturer: AAI MOTORSPORTS USA, LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
2006-05-24
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
2006-04-18
- Manufacturer: TOM MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: 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.
2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
2006-03-21
- Manufacturer: POLI-AUTO, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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 CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: 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.
2006-03-13
- Manufacturer: ANZO USA, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
1995-05-24
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
1993-04-22
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
1991-11-08
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: INTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
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Elmore Bosco 2025-01-03
This car just goes and goes...13 yrs old180M+ miles. Other than oil & filter changes, repairs have been limited to tires, timing belt (2), brakes (72M miles), muffler (1). Fuel mileage is 27 city and 34 highway. Spark plugs have been replaced once. The paint is in excellent shape and there is no rust!!!
Lula Murphy 2024-11-27
I purchased this car brand new in 1991 and I absolutely love it! It has been the most reliable car ever. I have kept up with oil changes, replaced the timing belt, air conditioner, cv joint, and just recently replaced the alternator. I had it repainted, tinted the windshield, and replaced the hubcaps with new Honda ones. It's still a beauty and the shape is timeless. This car has 220,000 miles on it and I hope to see another 100,000 miles!
Brent Rempel 2024-11-12
Your car has well over 230,000 miles on it, and I must say, it's impressive how well it performs. I find it hard to believe that any American car can match its reliability, performance, and looks. Your parents purchased the car new in 1991, and gave it to you 5 years ago on your 16th birthday. Even after all these years, it still performs flawlessly. The powertrain is unstoppable, the ride is refined and controlled even at illegal speeds, and the interior materials still look brand new. Although you had to replace the driver's interior door handle after it broke, it's no big woop. You're trying to run this thing into the ground so you can justify a new Accord, but the damn thing won't break!
Daren Kuhic 2024-11-11
My grandparents bought this car in 1991, right off the lot on New Year's Eve. After they decided it was time to upgrade, they sold it to my Aunt, who then sold it to my parents for my sister's 16th birthday. They only wanted $1000, but my parents paid $1500. When my sister bought her own car, the Honda was passed on to me. It has 239,000 miles and was just beautifully repainted (the cost was almost as much as the car was worth). It has had a new transmission, A/C, and minor upgrades throughout the six years my parents have owned it. It has been very reliable, but the gas mileage isn't as good as other cars (I'm getting low to mid 20s, but I drive it hard).
Korey Stokes 2024-11-06
Hey there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with this car that I bought back in 2005 for $2000. At first, I was a bit worried that I had overpaid for it, but over time, I changed my mind. Even after 160,000 miles, it still uses less than 1 Qt oil per oil change! Of course, there is some minor rust behind the rear wheels, but that's just a small issue. The best part is that it's super fun to drive and gets an impressive 35 MPG. Plus, it can easily pass people if need be. Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable daily driver.