6.3
fairly significantTypical Repair Cost:
$792.00
Average Mileage:
76,450 miles
Total Complaints:
35 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (27 reports)
- call NHTSA/small claims court (5 reports)
- call honda customer service first, then dealer (1 reports)
- dealer replaced driver side seat buckle (1 reports)
- honda has issued a repair bulletin to all dealers on the srs (1 reports)
seat belts / air bags problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
Helpful Websites About 2001 Honda Accord SRS light is on
2009Aug 01
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 39,000 miles
SRS light was on, went to Autozone for free diagnostic code check. They were very friendly, no wait (Naperville, IL location). No problem/errors found but told me that the codes are for engine problems only. Advised me to go to dealer. The dealership gave $65 estimate for diagnosis that can be applied towards repair. They called back in couple of hours and told me that it was because of driver side seat belt buckle and that it is fully covered under Honda's life time warranty. So will order and replace it in 3-4 days (1 hour job) for totally free. Yes, no cost to me (probably I got lucky).
Earlier I found instructions (thx to Google) for resetting SRS indicator too but did not try them.
2009Mar 13
Accord EX 2.3L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 115,000 miles
MySRS light has been on for quite sometime, There is a Recall for the AIR BAG triggering mechanism. I took it to the dealer and they Fix it Free of charge but wouldn't touch the SRS Light complaint. I thought there would be a relation to the Light. They said it was a separate Issue. That I'd have to pay for Diagnosis and repair.!. Sure enough I thought They'd click the light "OFF" and charge me Lots of Money(I don't trust Dealers)
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2006Nov 14
(reported on)Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 100,000 miles
SRS light staying on. If this affects the airbag deployage, this is a HUGE safety issue apart from the fact that we buy our Honda's because they're rated so high on safety.
2007Oct 08
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 133,000 miles
I had the car worked on for this problem years ago, but since the dealer could not solve the problem, I just ignored it. I learned recently that there was warranty extension for this situation. The Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) was faulty. The extension was for 10 yrs. and 150,000 miles. My Accord currently has 161,000 miles, and I am in the process of appealing to Honda.
2003Apr 01
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 30,000 miles
The dealer worked on the car all day and cured the symptoms but not the source of the malfunction.
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2008Aug 05
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 80,000 miles
After reading this and other forums, I pretty much knew what to expect. So I went in prepared.
What worked for me for a low/no hassle solution:
1. Called Honda 1-800-999-1009, reported problem, verified diagnosis should be FREE, got ticket number.
2. Called dealer, made appointment, told them Honda said diagnose would be free. They challenged that statement, and I gave them my case number. Outcome, diagnosis was free.
3. Two major causes of this problem are OPDS and seat buckle problems. It turns out both are covered under the extended warranty. I had to pay nothing. For reference, mine particular issue was the seat belt.
2008Oct 14
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 90,000 miles
code 7-2 was found when diagnosed at my local Honda dealer. I was told this was not covered under warranty and decided we did not want to pay the $700 to have the unit replaced. The only details I was given was that there was an internal failure and the SRS unit needed to be replaced. I will be calling Honda in the morning to discuss some options.
2008Oct 14
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 75,500 miles
I have the same SRS light problem. Comes on when I start the car and stays on the whole time. I called American Honda (1-800-999-1009) and gave them my VIN number. Apparently there is a warranty extension: 10 yrs or 157,500 miles, whichever comes first on the OPDS (occupant position detector sensor) unit or OPDS sensor which can cause the SRS light to come on. Going to take it to a Honda dealer next week. If that is the problem then it will be fixed for free. If not I have to pay for the diagnosis fee which is about $100 and then however much it cost to fix the problem.
2005Mar 22
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Manual transmission
- 84,000 miles
So i bought this car from a used car lot (CarMax) in March 2005. I have had problems with the SRS light since i drove it off the lot. I have been in 3 accidents (non of which were my fault). Sometimes the light was on and sometimes it wasnt. The airbags didnt deploy during any of the 3 accidents. I used to take itr back to CarMax and they would have it sent to a specialty Import Mechanic. All the had to do was reset the light. Im guessing this is all they did since the airbags never deployed. Like I said it has been a continuous problem for years i just got tired of dealing with it and figured it didnt matter if the light was on or not the airbags still didnt work. Well, when i got pregnant last year i really wanted it to be fixed (AGAIN) and i decided to call Honda directly. They claimed they sent out a letter to me about a sensor saying that it was defective and needed to be replaced for the SRS to work properly. I explained that i never received the letter and they pretty much said too bad and i have to pay for it on my own. I dont see how they can do this legally. It has been a problem since i bought it and drove it off the lot. ANY SUGGESTIONS??
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2008May 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 83,000 miles
srs light was on, went to dealer, told me it was because of passenger seat belt buckle and that it was not covered under warranty, I get home and see that seat belts are covered under lifetime warranty. waiting to hear back from service mgr regarding my complaint
2008Apr 11
Accord EX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 77,000 miles
I can't believe that Honda won't fix a safety issue. Do they want to wait until someone is killed and then sues Honda for a defective part? That's pretty sad and very disappointing, coming from a so-called reputable car manufacturer. This will definitely deter me from purchasing another Honda. I have no other complaints about the car and thought I would re-purchase from Honda, but this sheds another light on the subject!
2007May 04
(reported on)Accord V4
- Automatic transmission
- 66,000 miles
I just bought a 2001 Honda Accord and in 7 days the SRS light came on. I took it to my mechanic and he cannot get it off. He did say the airbags would not deploy if the light is on. Great, I hope I am not in an accident! I called Honda and they said "There have not been many complaints about that and to bring it in." After just buying this car and trusted the HONDA name that it would be a great car I am really discouraged and frustrated. After reading everyone's complaints, I don't even know if I'll take it in. Ugh.
2008Feb 23
Accord EX 2.3L
- Manual transmission
- 126,000 miles
I bought my car in August of 2004 and since then we have had my car in the shop 3 times.
first time i had to change my head set cost $900dllrs. Later on i had problems with my clutch cost $800dllrs and on 02/23/2008 Im having problems to set of the srs light but non of my friends now how to do that and whats exactly it cost!!!!!
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2007May 22
(reported on)Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 98,000 miles
The SRS light came on and stayed on for no apparent reason. I don't know what could have caused this to happen. I only use my car just for work and home. This is very annoying to see this light on. Now I'm afraid to drive my car anywhere. I purchased the car because of the good reputation of Honda. If I'm going to have multiple problems with this vehicle, I might have to try another kind of vehicle. If this is a minor problem of SRS that I can fix. Could someone please provide me with some information.
2007Sep 11
(reported on)Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 29,000 miles
ITS A FARCE. WHATS BEHIND STICK IT TO YOU DOOR 1
2007Sep 07
(reported on)Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 40,000 miles
SRS light is constantly on. I called my local dealer who checked my VIN and said my car is not covered under warranty. what? I told them that this is a known problem and an extended warranty was issued to all 2001 Honda Accord ( I wasn't sure about 'all', but that's what i said). She then spoke to the manage who said if the SRS is one due to OPDS then the service/repair should be covered under warranty. If it's something else, I would have to pay $90 for inspection and who-knows-how-much for the repair. This is what someone said on the Yahoo - http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070619132337AAXTVVi
I want to bring the car in for an inspection, but I don't trust the dealership - what if they say the problem is due to something else other than OPDS and charge an arm and a leg...
This is really awful - almost makes you feel an injustice. It's a very common problem (and a serious one), but Honda is not taking the full responsibility.
2007Aug 23
(reported on)Accord DX 4cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 109,000 miles
SRS light came on while I pulled the drivers seat belt to adjust.
Stays on all the time now when the engine is turned on. The AutoZone checked the computer codes - no errors! This means it is air bag related issue ( not a seat belt). The Dealer tells me it will cost $100 to diagnose only. After reading this web site I'm very apprehensive - seems like a common problem to Hondas which is not cheap/easy to fix.
2007Aug 16
(reported on)Accord ES V6
- Automatic transmission
- 74,500 miles
I am responding to my own comment (Robert Vincent). Within two months the SRS light reappeared. The dealer said we would have to bring it back in for more tests. Chances are that it would require a complete installation of the main computer chip that controls the system. I do not understand that, but I do understand that we may have an inoperative airbag system. They did install the side airbag control chip but the fix did not last very long. They did not offer any other alternative. I am finished with it!
2007Jun 07
(reported on)Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 71,100 miles
In reference to a recent SRS light on my 2001 Honda Accord. When we leaned against the passenger side, it would appear. Later it stayed on. This lasted for one week before we began our quest. If one can get through the typical PR sidestepping, the problem can be resolved. Do not allow the shop managers to feed you a bunch of crap. When asked, “What do statistics say about the history of the SRS light?” The management said, “I only know what comes in my shop.” One would perceive that this individual does not keep up with the stats that deal with their product, or it is easier to just admit ignorance to continue to hold the product in high esteem. I much rather be a pain in the butt and mail them a copy of the present stats on the product and why the engineers feel it is occurring. My problem was resolved due to an extended warranty, which we had to seek out. It was covered by the Honda. NEVER QUIT!!!
2007Apr 09
(reported on)Accord EX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
MY SRS light turned on my car recently @ 75K, and it may cost me anywhere 700 - 1,000 to fix. My husband's light also turned on his Honda, and luckily the car was still under warranty and no $ came out of our pockets. They told my husband at the time that the cell phones/laptops may have caused the light to turn on, and I think that is just ridiculous. We bought both cars trusting in the name/reputation of HONDA!!! Also not to mention I'm on my third transmission. I'm just so frustrated and Honda should really make a recall on the SRS issue, because it affects the life of someone if they get into a accident and bags never deploy!!!
2006Sep 12
(reported on)Accord EX
- 59,000 miles
Took to dealership. Dealership says SRS light is on because of problem in drivers seatbelt but is not covered by my warranty or extended $846.00 warranty. Honda's warranty is supposed to cover life of seatbelt usage. Dealership says it is not seatbelt problem but a component problem. Electrical and component problems are supposed to be covered by extended warranty but they say no on this also. No one wants to cover this obvious problem which manual says can cause serious injury or death. Seatbelt may or may not work properly and airbag may or may not deploy.
Good gracious I'm scared to drive my car with only 59,000 miles that is in excellent condition otherwise. My SRS light has been on for months now. If I have an accident or I am seriously injured
I will sue for everything. I am considering having seatbelt replaced and then continue efforts for reimbursement.
2007Feb 01
(reported on)Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 82,659 miles
The SRS light was staying on so took it to the dealer and paid 144.00 to have the SRS light go off (for awhile) and consequently have the TCS light come on as well as the side airbag light come on periodically. Now, as of recently, the SRS light is constantly on and the TCS light and side airbag light come on and go off as they please. It is quite a light show on the dashboard at night.
2006Dec 26
(reported on)Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 102,000 miles
So the SRS Light came on. Called a dealership in Virginia (Tyson's Corner), and was told that the ONLY passenger side detection system is covered under warranty (up to 150K miles) and rest of the parts are not. Go Figure!
Diagnostic will cost a $100 that will go towards my repair cost or be covered by warranty. They can only work on it during weekdays the Warranty Service Department at American Honda in CA is only open on Mon-Thurs. This means I'll have to take time off work!
I will try and reset it at AutoZone for free and hope that it does not come on. I have a bad feeling I will be shelling out a good chunk of change on this.
2006Sep 05
(reported on)Accord EX
- 90,000 miles
Initially my transmission leaked and brought it in. Entire tranny replaced, therafter SRS light comes on around time of recall notice on SRS. Laptops and cell phones may affect SRS system recall indicated. Dealership says no problem however the SRS control module is defective and not covered under warranty. Notified that airbags will not deploy upon impact. Was informed that warranty was expired to cover unit, and and estimate around $700 was needed to replace unit.
I reasoned that if Honda issued a recall on laptops and cell phones interferring with SRS, why would they not take care of the system if it didn't deploy at all?
I called American Honda because the dealership would not effect repairs without payment. Called them, left a message and got a call one week thereafter, even thought the operator said within 48 hours. Got a call from a regional rep, Mike Fenner, and FYI they read off of scripts to deal with you--His tone and articulation was too perfect. He offered a 'good faith' payment of 50%. I said that would not be satifactory since I reasoned that Honda issued a recall on a minute issue with cell phones, that why wouldn't they be concerned about a SRS that wouldn't work at all? His response was that is was a 'Supplementary' Restraining System, not the primary, that seatbelts was the more important system. He tried de-emphasizing the importance of airbags!! I retorted if that was the case then why would DOT (Dept of Transporation) make it a requirement on all cars if it wasn't that important? And if Honda's beancounters (actuaries who balance the cost of repairs vs. consumer ligation) weren't concerned, why the recall on cell phones interference? I had a system that would not deploy; that I had a liabliity of injury and death because of this. I also said that Honda had a good name for quality cars and how could they just not take care of this?
Too make a long story short. I threw a lot at him with reasonable answers and logic. He didn't know how to react because he had no script on which to draw on for the corporate answer and the conversation turned sour.
His tone changed and the great polished answers were no longer there. His offer was just to say you can refuse or accept our 'good faith' offer. My retort was so it's all or none? He again said you can accept or refuse.
I asked if there I could defer to such as an manager, and the answer was no. I could only go to the Better Business Bureau, and that was it. I'm pretty outraged.
I am looking it small claims to address this issue since in California, anything under $5000 is allowed in that venue.
2006Aug 16
(reported on)Accord EX
- 85,000 miles
My last Honda Accord (1994) was still driving strong with no major issues at 235,000 miles. My 2001 Accord seems to be plagued with issues. I have had problems with the TCS and Check Engine indicators coming on. My local dealership was able to reset these without any serious charge. I had to have my transmission replaced covered under the extended warranty and recently my SRS indicator has come on. I see this is a common issue with these cars as have been my other complaints. I understand the importance of an effective airbag and want it to deploy upon impact. The expense to repair this symptom is extreme considering the damage is not from my own wear and tear of the car, as I have never seen the airbags in this car!!!
2006Mar 13
(reported on)Accord DX
- 89,000 miles
my daughter got into a serious front end collision, luckily she was only bruised. it happened 4k miles after a major service @ PENSKE HONDA IN ONTARIO, CA which cost $1500. the car has always been serviced there. the srs light has come on over and over again since original purchase, and we kept bringing it up to the dealer. in the collision, the pass airbag deployed but not the driver's, even though both airbags are supposed to be controlled by one sensor, and the contact was straight across the front end, pushed the radiator back in to the middle of the engine. honda of america claims no responsibility, even though no one has seen the car. every time i call they are rude and refuse to have a supervisor call me. i didn't want to press legal isues on the first call, but with each call i am getting more fed up with the horrible customer service. if anyone can assist with the technical or legal part of this situation, please contact foxyfishforever@aol.com and put 60/57 in the subject line. otherwise the email will be deleted.
2006Jan 09
(reported on)Accord EX
- 71,000 miles
I understand that my airbags won't deploy if the SRS light is on. Since the main reason I bought this car was for the front and side airbags, I am quite annoyed that the dealer told me it may cost $1300 to repair this problem! Airbags should have a lifetime warranty.
2006Jan 08
(reported on)Accord EX
- 103,000 miles
SRS is actually annoying. Could you tell me guys if Honda gives lifetime warranty for seatbelts?
2005Nov 15
(reported on)Accord EX
- 100,000 miles
It seems to me that if Honda has a lifetime warranty on seat belts, the y should also include the air bags. They are a safety feature as important as seat belts. I cannot afford to repair mine at this time.
2005Sep 12
(reported on)Accord EX
- 45,000 miles
Was involved in a pretty bad accident back in 2001 that caused the vehicle's frame to bend. The air bags never deployed. Had the car repaired. I didn't think too much about the air bags not deploying until the "SRS" indicator light started to come on around 08/2005. I started to do some research and realized that 2001 Honda Accords have a problem with the airbag system and that I am not alone with this problem. If you have the same problem, please forward your concern/problem to ----( www.nhtsa. dot. gov)-----regarding the issue. If there are enough complaints regarding the same issue, the government agency will do a recall forcing Honda to do the repairs for free.
2005May 23
(reported on)Accord EX
- 98,000 miles
SRS light keeps coming on. I wouldn't make a big deal out of it but it means that the airbags are not working. I bought this car because of its safety features and quality. The dealership wants an arm and a leg to fix the problem. In my opinion safety equipment should be covered no mater what the mileage on the car is.
2003Sep 20
(reported on)Accord EX
- 12,000 miles
SRS light keeps coming on. I was told by my Honda dealership that the SRS problem is common in this make and model. They told me any cell phone used while in the passenger or rear seat will set the SRS light on. While using my cell phone in the drivers seat it immediately set it off. I've given up on having it reset again.
2002Jun 23
(reported on)Accord VP
- 9,000 miles
I bought my car in August of 2001 and since then we have had my car in the shop 6 times. Every time they tell me that they just had to reset the computer, well the last time they actually changed the switch and it stayed off for about 5 weeks and well it came on again. We are looking at the Colorado Lemon Law now so we shall see.....
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2006Mar 01
Accord LX Coupe Vtech V6
Honda has issued a repair bulletin to all dealers on the SRS problem. My 2001 Accord (82K miles) had it and the dealer replaced one of the seat belts (no cost to me). If the SRS (safety restraint system) light is on, Honda will cover it but I don't know about the airbag system which will trigger a different warning light (separate system). You should find another dealer, this one sounds inept, (or maybe just plain corrupt). Be glad you do not own a Chrysler product, 100K mile warranty means you take it back every month for 100K miles...:) Gene
Gene P.
Ridgecrest, CA, USA
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