CarComplaints.com Notes: 1997 is the last model year in the 5th generation of Accord. Which means it's also the last model year before problems like widespread transmission failure, subframe rust and peeling paint took over.
Does the 1997 have problems? Sure it does. Any car this old will. Some owners say their engine started to cut out around 147,000 miles. That's still not bad, and getting to 200,000+ miles isn't out of the question.
Does anyone believe a newer Accord will reach 200,000 miles?
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,886 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
I recently purchased a used Honda Accord and noticed the SRS light was on. Subsequent research revealed that the control module is defective and Honda does not cover its replacement. This is a safety issue, as the airbags will not deploy with the SRS light on. Honda should be responsible for this. Please issue a recall. This problem has been occurring for several years--obviously, they are not interested in meeting the safety standards that the NHTSA or dot sets and do not care about the safety of their passengers. Please do something about this before people die unnecessarily.
The SRS air bag control module failed, however, the light illuminated in early February 2005. Brought vehicle to dealer, and dealer diagnosed it as a defective control module. Consumer stated this was a common problem. No replacement because it would cost $800.
Consumer noticed that the SRS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the control module needed to be reset, and reset it three times. However, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the control module needed to be replaced.
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The complaint is regarding the SRS module. The unit malfunctioned, giving a red dashboard alarm light. The local Honda dealer attempted to reset the trouble light, but couldn't. the dealer indicated the part number on my service invoice as Honda part # 06772-SV4-A71 for a 1997 Honda Accord. I queried several salvage yards for a used part as the oem part was in excess of $500. I was sent the SRS module from a salvage yard only to discover that the SRS module was indeed from a 1997 Honda, however, my SRS module (the original defective SRS module) was from a 1996 Honda.obviously, I purchased a new 1997 Honda with a 1996 electronic part. This part was or could have been on the shelf for about 2 years before it was installed in my vehicle. My SRS part number taken from my vehicle has part # model 77960-SV4-A93. What is a 1996 part doing in my "new" 1997 vehicle? moreover, this is a critical safety issue that is a direct reflection on life or death..............namely mine and my family. Electronic parts are not like engine parts that have indefinite shelf life. A crank shaft can sit on a shelf for 30 years and still work properly when installed. Try the same thing with an electronic component. Thanks, steve chludzinski.
The air bag module failed causing the sensor light to stay on. The consumer was concerned that the air bag will not deploy upon impact. The vehicle had an engine oil leak, the dealer replaced the valve cover gasket.
SRS light came on twice, with no problem found, needed to be reset by dealer at at cost of $60 each time. Third time light came on, taken to dealer to have it reset, told the control unit is bad requiring replacement at $800 +. told the airbag may not deploy in an accident or may deploy without being in an accident. No recall or service bulletins found dealing with this issue.
I have Honda Accord 1997 V6 model and have continuous problem with SRS light. I have spent hundreds of dollars to fix this problem and in the end I am told about computer replacement need which costs $750. I am driving with SRS light on all the time. My car has never been in accident and airbags were never deployed. Today I saw same complaints on your web site.was there any solution found for this complaint please help me what can I do to fix this SRS problem in my car. Your help will be greatly appreciated.my car VIN is [xxx]. updated 07/26/2012 information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Consumer complained about air bag light coming on/off. Vehicle was assessed by Honda. The control unit in the steering malfunctioned, thus disabling the air bags to function properly.
As others have stated, the SRS light recently came on for no apparent reason. My 97 Accord LX wagon has 72000 miles. This same problem happened a year ago (at about 65,000), and I paid about $40 to have them check it out, and reset the light. They said nothing was wrong with the air bag system. This shouldn't be an expense the owner should have to bear. Obviously, I am not alone in having this problem.
The "SRS" light has repeatedly come on. Honda service says the sensor/module is bad and needs to be replace at a cost of $715. The air bags have never been deployed. Honda should warrant this safety equipment item at no cast to the owner. The warning light is currently "on" and cannot be reset according to Honda service department.
SRS light/sensor unit. We own a 1997 Accord. In 2002, the SRS light came on, and we brought it to Honda dealer. They were able to get the light to turn off. The light came on again recently, and as last year they were able to turn the light off. They said if it comes on again, we will have to replace the defective sensor for $825. Well, a week later, the light came on again. We only have 39K miles on the car. According to Honda, it's not the age, or mileage, but how many times you start your vehicle that wears away at this expensive unit. I probably start my car 2 times a day, sometimes less. If we don't replace the unit. In the event of an accident, the air bags will not deeply (according to Honda). Numerous Honda owners have been faced with this problem. Why are Honda owners being sacked with the cost of a defective part" what is being done to make this part more durable" my friend bought a new 2002 Odyssey, and already had the light go on after 7 months. Obviously, not much has changed.
The SRS warning light came on at about 107000 miles. It was checked and reset at Honda service. Within 100-200 miles it came on again. When taken to Honda service for the next oil service the light-on was checked again and could not be reset. I was told the sensor needed to be replaced at a cost of $715. Needless to say, I am driving with the light on. I bought the veh. New and it has never been in an accident. Replacement of parts for normal wear and tear is understandable, but not for parts that are never activated. This should be a Honda responsibility. I am not sure if the air bags will deploy if I am in an accident and the light is a constant nusance. I have aslo had the service engine on light reset a number of time during ownership with no fault present. The day I was at Honda service there were 2 other owners requesting service for a SRS on light. Jenkins and wynne Honda of clarksville, tn services my veh. (931-647-3353).
The SRS light on our 1997 Honda ex-V6 model will not go off. We complained to the dealer, willey Honda, (where the automobile was purchased new and all service work has been done) and they simply turned the light off saying there must be a "short" in the light. The first complaint was before the warranty was up on the vehicle. Several times since when it has come back on - they would turn it off. Now they are telling us it must be the computer system and they want us to pay $750.+ to have it repaired properly as the air bags might not be working right! we feel this is a safety issue and they should have taken care of the problem the first time instead of "guessing". this should not be our problem no matter how many miles are on the car! we are, now, afraid to drive it in case they inflate when they "shouldn't" or when they "should". I filed a complaint with customer service Honda and they said the warranty was up and I would need to pay. I just heard about your Agency or I would have contacted you when it first happened! thanks so much for whatever you can do for me! there isn't really an "incident date" but the program wouldn't let me go on without a "date". I put the date the "news of the cost" was given to me at willey Honda!
Consumer stated the airbag light illuminated. Took vehicle to dealer and dealer stated the airbag may not deploy. Ts airbag module had to be replaced. Problem resolved.
Consumer states that the air bag indicator light stay on while driving. Dealer and the manufacturer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Cjonsumer was driving at approximately 35-45mph when the SRS light came on. Consumer had the recall #98-V-321 for air conditioner wiring harness, repaired early in November 98.
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