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?
3.9
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,498 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
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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 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
I'm the owner of 1997 Honda Accord LX.recently, I have checked safercars.gov website to see if my car has any outstanding recalls pending. Yet, I have found one suspension:front:control arm: Lower ball joint. For vehicles year 1997-1998 Honda Accord's. I have contacted Honda on 09 Dec 13 at which time I was informed that my VIN does not qualify my vehicle for a recall.I'm very concerned about this, since it may cause sudden vehicle deceleration and sudden loss of power and steering controllability could be also be affected. Safety is our biggest concern to me and my family. Please if you can help me resolve this issue.
The lower ball joint separated --the front suspension collapsed, breaking the axle and rim of front left tire and turned the left tire sideways. Upon researching the cost of the ball joints on the internet I found that there was a recall dated 5/10/99 for 1997 Honda Accord for the exact same problem...my vehicle was not included in the recall.
When the brakes were applied, the vehicle vibrated severely. The dealer stated it was normal. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and they told her the problem was the rotors, however after the rotors were replaced the problem continued. The dealer stated the vibration was normal and to just get a alignment.
- Brentwood, MD, USA
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Vehicle would pull to the right while driving. Vehicle been to dealer on four occasions, and problem reoccurring. Dealer performed alignment and consumer even tried different tires, however problem still exist.
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- Downers Grove, IL, USA