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.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles
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New Honda Accord of only 10 months with 7000 miles burst into flames at 2:00am causing damage to car. Car showed no signs of any problems prior to fire except burglar alarm sounded twice on two separate occasions. Car was driven home from work, parked at 5:30pm under garage and at 2:00am flames were coming from engine compartment under hood.
A fire started under the hood while it was parked and turned off. State farm insurance company examined vehicle and determined that the fire started at a sensor in the wiring harness near horn. The bumper/ grill/ rubber/ radiator, and hood experienced damage. Dealership has yet to examine vehicle, and has been in possession of vehicle since June 8th, 2001. Honda has denied responsiblity.
- Starr, SC, USA
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- Starr, SC, USA