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.
6.6
fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
10,500 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
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I bought my Honda Accord this September. It had a rebuilt title due to minor dents and blemishes to the outside. No major wrecks. Looked and seemed in good condition. Dealer assured me that all of his cars were insurance claims due to minor exterior wear. He didn't take any cars that had been involved in wrecks. He was an "engineer" and didn't need to screw people over for money. I had my mechanic inspect it right away because it had a 30 day return policy, no questions asked. My regular mechanic said the engine was fine but there were minor things I needed such as; new rotors, new tires, and something to do with the emergency brake. His secretary said these were all optional things to have fixed. 1 month later...the radiator goes bad and must be replaced. My regular mechanic charges me $600 dollars for the procedure. I compare prices and find a better price for the same radiator. Unfortunately, my regular mechanic still charges me $70 for his opinion. I go to the cheaper place, get a new radiator and have my rotors replaced. Since about 2 weeks after owning the car I notice that the SRS airbag light flashes on and off randomly. A $80 diagnostic check was performed and nothing showed up. My mechanic didn't notice it when he drove it. I still don't know if my airbags work! a month after that..transmission goes bad when in reverse. Makes a terrible grinding of metal sound and lurches when put in reverse. Probably needs a new transmission which I have no way to pay for. Luckily, it is only a problem during the cold and/or when I first start the engine. Im very worried about the safety of my car and myself! because I've had 3 different people assure me the car is in good shape, only to find out about or have a major problem occur. I don't feel safe in my mystery car! I bought a Honda after being a loyal Toyota customer because I thought they had the best reputation for long lasting vehicles. I'm thinking I made a mistake. Please help lessen my worries.
I purchased a 2000 Honda Accord used in 2003. It had approx 14,000 miles. At 30,000 I had to turn the rotors. I was told it was my driving habits that caused it. I am 54 yrs old and have owned numerous vehicles in my lifetime and have never had to turn rotors until near 60,000. I again was told the rotors were warped at 45,000 and they turned them again. I now have 54,000 miles on the vehicle and the front end is shaking again when I drive and brake normally at 60 miles an hour. I'm going to take the car back to Honda again. If my rotors need replacing then I plan to ask for my parts back so I can show nys dept of motor vehicles and attorney general's office. I have read numerous complaints on Honda brakes and I can't find any technical service bulletin or recalls for my model and year. Unbelievable. I want NHTSA to look into this. I recently got a class action suit letter regarding the transmission - they are extending my warranty 9 months - big deal. The attorneys get rich and if my transmission goes after the extra 9 months then I pay.
Bought car 12-31-1999. In 2001, significant "warbling"/shaking of steering column when braking, at higher speeds, to the point stopping was becoming precarious. Dealer said rotors had warped, most likely because I hit the brakes hard during wet conditions, getting rotors wet, and causing the warping. Rotors were turned. "pulsing" of brakes started again in near future; dealer said they fixed at no charge when doing routine maintenance. Problem recurred again. Dealer said couldn't turn rotors again, and needed to replace them and pads (July 2004). I complained; mechanic acknowledged when asked directly that he had seen more problems with this year/model of Honda. I paid for replacement. Again, November, 2004 pulsing started. Dealer did break inspection (for $19.95); it was obvious they were familiar with the issue - they acknowledged the warping was recurring - on the replacement rotor. I disclosed finding other complaints on NHTSA web site; service manager asked if I had talked to Honda - if Honda agreed to cover it, they could do the work. Problem is, cover what? the problem appears to be related to this specific braking system. This car is the 6th Honda my spouse and I have purchased. Unfortunately, it may well be the last.
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.
Brakes - I took my car into lia Honda in albany in April 2004 for my nys inspection and 30,000 mile service. I was told that I needed rotors turned. I was very surprised that I needed rotors turned at 29,000 miles. Perhaps this is normal but previously I owned a Nissan and I did not have to do any brake work until 50,000 miles. I wanted to report this in case there were any other owners of Honda Accord with this problem. I wonder if they use a cheaper quality brake parts than Nissan.
Front disc rotors continue to re-warp and need turning, despite careful driving practices and no sudden stops and no riding of brakes. Vibration makes vehicle hard to control during normal stops. Dealer denies there is any problem.
Disc brake rotors warped. Dealer turned them but they continue to re-warp. Dealer denied presence of problem and blamed the problem on ecessive driving.
Disc brake rotors warped. Dealer turned them but they continue to re-warp. Dealer denied presence of problem on second visit without a visual inspection.
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