CarComplaints.com Notes: 1997 is the last model year in the 5th generation of Accord. Which means it's also the last model year before problems like widespread transmission failure, subframe rust and peeling paint took over.
Does the 1997 have problems? Sure it does. Any car this old will. Some owners say their engine started to cut out around 147,000 miles. That's still not bad, and getting to 200,000+ miles isn't out of the question.
Does anyone believe a newer Accord will reach 200,000 miles?
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 8
Average Mileage:
17,622 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
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.
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
The SRS light illuminated indicating an airbag problem with my Honda Accord at approx. 130,000 miles. The dealer charged me $90 for a diagnostic test with a 8-5 internal failure code. Dealer wants to replace SRS unit at a cost to me of $1100. I believe this is a safety issue that should be covered by the Honda corporation as a recall as they have courageously done for the Honda civic.
The contact owns a 1997 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while parked, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic reset the air bag light and stated that if the failure persisted, the SRS module would have to be replaced. Approximately one week later the air bag warning light re-illuminated. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The SRS (airbags) light has been on for over 2 years. It indicates the airbags are malfunction. Initially, I attempted to re-set the light twice, but it came back shortly after resetting. After searching through internet and NHTSA website here, I realize that this is a widespread problem with 1997 Honda Accord model. Since this is a serious safety issue and is not drivers fault, Honda should hold the responsibility and issue a recall to repair it.
As with the others SRS light came on in 2004 when I purchased the car from a private owner. Before I purchased the car he took it to a Honda dealer for a complete inspection and nothing was noted that the SRS light was on. I took it into a Honda dealer and they didn't run any checks they just told me that it was going to cost $1200 to fix. They took the car to do some other minor repairs and when I picked it up the light was off. It came back on within months of being off. It has been on to this day. It sounds fishy to me that they can diagnose by the lamp on when I read that it could be a number of less expensive fixes.
I have several complaints: 1) the SRS light came on. The dealer claimed that I needed a new computer at a cost of $900. I researched possible problems on this and other websites and had listed the technical service bulletins that were relevant. The dealer was not so thorough. My research showed that Honda had been having problem with these computers already for several years and done nothing about it. The problem was with a sensor on the passenger side air bag which was malfunctioning in such a way as to leave in doubt whether or not the air bag would deploy. It is ridiculous that consumers have to pay nearly $1,000 to fix systemic problems in a safety system that have repeatedly not been addressed. 2) my ABS light started coming on. When starting the engine the pump motor for the ABS system would activate and attempt to pump fluid in the system. It could be heard from inside the car as a grinding noise. It would cycle on and off for about 6 or so times then the relay would trip, turn off motor and illuminate the ABS light. The dealer claimed that the ams module was malfunctioning and needed replacement at a cost of $1,700. Ridiculous. After doing some research online it seems that this is also a common failure for this make and model of car. 3) wireless entry system failed. 4) A/C evaporator sprung a leak 5) driver side passenger door auto lock does not work. This car is far from reliable, as advertised to be, and very questionable in the safety department. I am finished with Honda!
SRS light on 1997 Honda Accord coming on. Diagnosed for $85. Battery replaced. A week later it came back on and stayed on. After another $85, told that SRS system is bad, and it will be $830 to replace. I see on the internet that this is a common problem, and learn that the replacement part is upgraded. I bought the Honda because of its high reliability and would appreciate being refunded by Honda.
Consumer SRS light came on and air condition was leaking. The consumer contacted the dealer about the air bag light. She made an appointment and was told that it would take 7-10 days for the part to arrive. When the ac leaked the carpet, front and rear, became soaked.
Consumer noticed that the SRS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the control module needed to be reset, and reset it on three different visits to the dealership. However, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the control module needed to be replaced.
S.R.S light malfuncting on 97 Honda Accord and Honda motor company refuses to acknowdledge it has a problem with this system. Articles on the internet report that Honda airbags at times do not deploy when involved in accidents where they should have. Honda motor company states in the owners manual that this system does not require maintenance and that be checked in 10 years. I feel the the Honda motor company should held accountable for this problem and made liable to repair this safety problem when contacted.
The SRS light in my 1997 Accord wagon is on for the second time. The first time Honda simply turned it off (and charged me). Now I will be paying $1,000 to have the system replaced. This seems to be very common in Honda and it is something that the dealer should pay for or have Honda recall. I have always been satisfied with Honda - this is my third Honda - and it will surely be my last.
SRS light is on, 2nd occurrence. Reset at dealer first occurrence after collision, (air bag did not deploy). Second occurance, came on without collision.
My SRS has come on for the third time in my car. The dealer told me while the SRS light is on, the air bags won't deploy in the event of an accident. The first two times this has happen, the dealer reset the light. They told me it would cost $800 to fix. I don't have $800 sitting around, therefore I had them reset the light. This is a major safety concern Honda needs to address. I bought a car with air bags, and right now my air bags won't deploy. If the seatbelts in my car are covered under a lifetime warranty then why aren't the air bags (it's all part of the SRS). I have done absolutely nothing to the car to cause this. I don't feel I should have to sacrifice my life as well as any of my passenger's lives because I don't have $800 to fix Honda's problem. I've checked other resources on the internet and have found numerous Honda owners with the same problem. I think this should prompt an immediate recall.
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