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1998 Honda Accord
Problems & Complaints
CarComplaints.com Notes: The 1998 Honda Accord suffers from widespread transmission failure, peeling paint, & subframe rust. We recommend avoiding this model year like the plague.
The transmission begins slipping & eventually has to be replaced, typically soon after 100,000 miles & with a repair cost of over $2,000.
Peeling paint has also been a huge issue for these Accords. Most of the complaints are with darker paint colors -- especially green & blue.
Subframe rust near the front passenger side wheel has become a problem recently, due to the poorly positioned A/C drain hose directly above that area. Repair cost to the subframe is over $2,000.
Worst 1998 Honda Accord Problems by Category
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- transmission problems
- body / paint problems
- engine problems
- interior accessories problems
- seat belts / air bags problems
- suspension problems
- fuel system problems
- wheels / hubs problems
- cooling system problems
- exterior accessories problems
- exhaust system problems
- AC / heater problems
- electrical problems
- steering problems
- windows / windshield problems
- brakes problems
- miscellaneous problems
- drivetrain problems
- clutch problems
- lights problems
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Worst 1998 Honda Accord Problems
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#1: Clear Coat Is Peeling From Hood, Roof, And/Or Trunk 1998 Accord
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $2,400
- Average Mileage:
- 108,000 mi
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#2: Transmission Failure 1998 Accord
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $2,200
- Average Mileage:
- 119,000 mi
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#3: Slips When Shifting Between Gears 1998 Accord
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $2,300
- Average Mileage:
- 121,000 mi