CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Honda Accord has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 460 complaints with NHTSA, including 42 crashes, 10 fires, 31 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (115 reports).
1997 Honda Accord recalls
Most common 1997 Honda Accord problems
Problem areas named in the 460 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 115 |
| Electrical System | 101 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 |
| Power Train | 36 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 34 |
| Suspension | 31 |
| Seat Belts | 24 |
| Equipment | 17 |
| Tires | 16 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 1997 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and attempting to slow down, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality however, the failure became a persistent failure. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. However, the contact stated that the battery, carburetor, and alternator were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V120000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer w
I bought this car from a private owner about 2 months ago ever since I had it the car shuts off I think it O2 sensor is not working or it's gone the CV joint went out on the right side I had it replaced and it still messed up it's something with the suspension and stuff the front end alignments out real bad it ate up my tires really bad to where it keeps eating up tires every time I put them on here badly real fast too the left side CV joint I believe is about to go out cuz it's knocking the lights are messed up the wiring in this car is bad with the lighting system because the left headlight is out and it won't stay on it blinks on and off the cigarette lighter is not working sometimes this
SEVERE frame rust where suspension bolts to. Safety hazard.
While driving car speed starts to fall soon there is no pedal at all and smoke and fire come from underneath dashboard transmission hesitates to shift now currently un safe to drive.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30- 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND SMOKE WAS DETECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT LET THE VEHICLE COOL DOWN HOWEVER EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE REOCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
1997 Honda Accord questions
Does the 1997 Honda Accord have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1997 Honda Accord: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Honda Accord?
Based on 460 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (115), Electrical System (101), Engine And Engine Cooling (49).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 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.