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1995 Honda Accord problems

The most common problem on the 1995 Honda Accord is airbags, typically around 110,000 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical Accord model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
539
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
77
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
19-25mpg
Typical repair
$1,313

The worst 1995 Honda Accord problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Honda Accord

ABS 82Airbag light 75No deployment 28Brake failure 9Sudden acceleration 9Tire blowout 9Stalling 7Adaptive cruise 6Fuel gauge 6Seat belt 6Headlights 5

Recalls 2

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported September 22, 1998 · 967,771 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sedan, coupe and wagon passenger vehicles except the dx model and models with v6 engines. The factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit.
Risk
The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. A short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. Any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. If any insulation is worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. Dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.

Recall number 98V231000 · Recall details

Air bagsReported October 4, 1996 · 164,139 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit can cause the air bag to deploy unexpectedly.
Risk
This type of unanticipated air bag deployment could result in abrasion to the hands, arms, or face of a properly-positioned front seat occupant, or could cause more serious injury to an out-of-position occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the SRS electronic control unit in the air bag system.

Recall number 96V217000 · Recall details

See all 2 recalls for the 1995 Honda Accord

Defect investigations

AbsOpened March 1, 2001, closed August 6, 2001

DP01002

Oversensitive air bag deploymentOpened February 23, 1996, closed October 31, 1996

There is no summary currently available

PE96014

Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Honda Accord 77

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 77 bulletins for the 1995 Honda Accord

1995 Honda Accord fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.2L 4‑cylFWD19-2225-2921-25
2.7L 6‑cylFWD172319

What 1995 Honda Accord owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 23, 2021 · Airbags · 110,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 1995 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in a parking lot, the air bags inadvertently deployed. The contact mentioned the vehicle was able to be driven. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Mar 10, 2020 · Airbags · 148,558 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated the supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local dealer honda of hackettstown located at 48 us-46, hackettstown, nj 07840 where it was diagnosed and determined that the cable reel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and repaired however the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed for the second time with needing electronic component unit to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 148,558.

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Fuel system · 170,000 miles · IA

There is no power getting to the fuel pump and can't figure out the isssue. Car won't start. Dies while driving. This problem has been on way before this newest recall and this car should be covered too.

Filed Jan 25, 2019 · Airbags · 300,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the SRS indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hendrick honda (8901 south blvd, charlotte, nc 28273, (704) 552-2090) where it was diagnosed that the SRS component needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 300,000.

Filed Sep 7, 2018 · Electrical, Transmission · 149,995 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 70 MPH with the air conditioner running, smoke appeared under the hood on the passenger side of the vehicle and the temperature gauge increased. The contact mentioned that the failure also occurred when the air conditioner was not activated. Also, when the gear shifter was engaged in "d4", the gear indicator blinked "p". The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 149,995.

Filed Dec 20, 2017 · Airbags · 274,799 miles · KS · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. While driving 5 MPH, the front passenger side air bag deployed without warning or impact. As a result, the front seat passenger sustained injuries to the left hand. Medical attention was not required. Also, the windshield shattered but was still intact. The contact was unaware if metal fragments were projected when the air bag deployed. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact scheduled an appointment with scholfield honda (7017 e kellogg dr, wichita, ks 67207 (316) 688-6400) for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware. Of the failure. The failure mileage was 274,799.

Filed Oct 17, 2016 · 330,000 miles · OK

Bought 4 continental tires in 2012, had two blowouts on the front, a had two back tires leaking on the side walls. Had to replace all 4 tires. The tires had over half of the tread left on the tires..

Filed Jun 27, 2016 · Airbags · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags), although it applied to other vehicles of the same year, make, and model. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not expirienced a failure.

Filed Jun 12, 2016 · Brakes · 71,035 miles · CA · crash

Abs light came on while attempting to stop vehicle at a stop sign. The vehicle failed to stop, sponginess occurred when applying brakes, then failure. Car went thru intersection before driver was able to apply emergency brake to stop vehicle. Dealer mechanic noticed slow leak ABS modulator/accumulator system, and recommended replacement. Abs unit replaced at 71,035 miles. 8/2010. Cost for repairs $1600, must replace both as 1 unit, despite no failure with accumulator. At 104,000 miles, 6/2014, the ABS light came on, and brakes were examined at brake, tire, front end, and alignment shop, where they have been continually maintained. An examination was done and no signs of unusual wear or damage to front or rear brakes, test drive done by technician. Recommended ABS unit be diagnosed. Diagnostic performed at shop, determined that ABS modulator needed replacement again. It had been 32,965 miles since the original ABS modulator was replaced. Checked in with dealer and the ABS modulator was only covered for 12,000 miles. Abs unit not replaced. At 117,141, 3/2016, the brakes failed again. While backing up and applying brakes they became spongy, went to floor, despite pumping, and failed again, causing vehicle to back into wooden benches, damaging car paint. Dealer estimation for ABS unit repairs is $2300. Presently, ABS unit not replaced. These overwhelming complaints, from vehicle owners, regarding the ABS modulator unit, along with technical service bulletins, regarding the 1995 honda accord, support a recall being issued for the 1995 honda accord ABS unit. This defective ABS modulator is a safety issue and it is extremely dangerous to be without the ability to count on the braking system working, when it is vital to the stopping of the vehicle, and safety of others on the road!

Filed Nov 16, 2015 · Airbags · 172,000 miles · PA

Takata recall: tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda accord. The contact stated that the SRS warning light remained illuminated for longer than two years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v217000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was 172,000.

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Questions about the 1995 Honda Accord

Is the 1995 Honda Accord reliable?

Owners have filed 539 complaints about the 1995 Honda Accord, close to a typical Accord model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Honda Accord?

Airbags, with 211 complaints, typically around 110,000 miles. Next is brakes (124).

How many recalls does the 1995 Honda Accord have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and air bags.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Honda Accord airbags?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V217000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Honda Accord have bad airbags?

The Honda Accord model years with the most airbags complaints are 2000 (454 complaints), 2001 (407 complaints) and 2008 (379 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1995 Honda Accord get?

Official estimates for the 1995 Honda Accord range from 19 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-22 city and 25-29 highway.

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