CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2000 Honda Accord suffers from widespread transmission failure, subframe rust, & problems with the airbag system (SRS). We recommend avoiding this model year like the plague.
The transmission begins slipping & eventually has to be replaced, typically soon after 90,000 miles & with a repair cost of over $2,000.
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.
The SRS warning light likes to come on due to a defective seat belt sensor -- typically the driver's side. This sensor is covered under Honda's lifetime seat belt warranty, but some dealers charge a $100+ "diagnostic fee" or tell customers the entire SRS unit ($800) is bad.
The automatic locks do not work automatically, meaning I have to physically lock and unlock the back doors now. The same issue happened with the locks in the front of the car, but I had those fixed years ago. That means that all four locks stopped working.
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The automatic locks do not work automatically, meaning I have to physically lock and unlock the back doors now. The same issue happened with the locks in the front of the car, but I had those fixed years ago. That means that all four locks stopped working.
- Randy B., Mercer I, WA, US