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.
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really awful
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Average Mileage:
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Consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. A loud noise was heard coming from the front. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brakes pads and rotors needed to be replaced.
While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop completely. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem at this time.
Vehicle experienced premature wear of rear brake pads. The consumer was informed by a highly reputable Honda Agency that Honda does have brake problems because of an inadequate rear brake system which probably prematurely wears out the rear brake pads. When the consumer confronted another service technician with this information, he stated, "well, we do replace a lot of them." Consumer felt the problem should have been disclosed before he purchased the vehicle.
At 7000 miles brake light came on. Took to dealer, replaced brake pads. At 13000 miles light came on again, dealer informed consumer front and rear brake pads needed to be replaced.
- Brooklyn, NY, USA
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