1983 Honda Accord Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1983 Honda Accord recalls

Most common 1983 Honda Accord problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	2
Seat Belts	1
Power Train	1
Electrical System	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Tires	1

What owners report

2000-10-27, Tires
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A NOISE. SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER, AND SHE NOTICED THAT LEFT FRONT TIRE TREAD HAD SEPARATED COMPLETLY FROM RIM. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE ATLAS TIRE COMPANY HAS GONE OUT OF BUSINESS. *AK LEFT FENDER SUSTAINED DAMAGE AND WAS REPLACED. *SLC

1999-10-09, Structure
REAR FINDER ON BOTH SIDES ARE RUSTING OUT AND ALL OF THESE CARS SEAM TO DO THIS

1998-10-01, Fuel System, Gasoline
DRIVER DEVELOPED A FUEL SMELL WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE AND BURN TO THE GROUND.

1997-07-16, Electrical System
WHILE DRIVING SUDDENLY NOTICED BATTERY LIGHT FLICKER AND BURNING SMELL, PULLED TO SIDE, FOUND UNDERHOOD FIRE BROKE OUT BETWEEN BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR WIRES. *AK

1996-10-29, Structure
FABRIC ON REAR TRUNK LID DISINTEGRATED, POSING POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK IF PARTICLES BECOME AIRBORNE.

1983 Honda Accord questions

Does the 1983 Honda Accord have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1983 Honda Accord: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1983 Honda Accord?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Seat Belts (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Honda Accord has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.