CarComplaints.com Notes: The 1999 Honda Accord suffers from widespread transmission failure, subframe rust, engine shuts off while driving, & peeling paint. We recommend avoiding this model year like the plague.
The transmission begins slipping & eventually has to be replaced, typically soon after 100,000 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.
Engine stalling while driving in the 1999 Accord is typically caused by a defective ignition switch -- inexpensive to repair (under $200) but dangerous.
Peeling paint has also been an issue for these Accords. Most of the complaints are with darker paint colors -- especially green & blue.
1.2
hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
144,250 miles
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The contact owns a 1999 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while being inspected, it was found that sub frame was severely rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 181,000....updated 06/04/2014 the consumers stated the vehicle was not being used because it was deemed unsafe. Replacement subframes are difficult to find because the failure is widespread. Updated 06/06/2014
After owning the vehicle for two days it broke down on the highway. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the battery and the alternator. On another occasion, the vehicle broke down due to an alternator bolt breaking. It was replaced. On a third occasion, the serpentine belt failed. Currently, vehicle is at dealers shop again because it will not start.
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