1995 Honda Accord: ABS light or ABS activating

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 Feb 2, 2007 · Airbags · 30,000 miles · FL

Regarding my 1995 honda accord v6 ex: last year, I went on a search for an older model honda accord to purchase for my son to use in the near future. I made a down payment on a 1996 4 cylinder sedan, only to find the SRS light came on, and the anti- lock brake system automatically disabled as a result. The SRS test gives vague results (as in - the air bags may..or may not..deploy. I cancelled my purchase. I looked at 3 other 95-96 accords and found they all had the SRS/ABS lights on. The owners told me they did not want to go to the expense quoted to replace the system, because they said most people don't care if it works or not. Airbags? You're kidding. I researched and found it is so common, there entire chat groups on the subject and businesses built around the fault. There are even sites instructing owners how to bypass the honda problem, and how to disconnect the idiot lights, etc. I purchased the above mentioned accord from a trusted friend, and, of course the SRS light and ABS lights are on. 4 out of 4 honda accords. This one, a v6 ex. I decided to buy the 95 ex because I saw a recall for 95 honda accord SRS online, and thought - at least they did something about it on this year model. Now, after scouring the pdf docs, I find the recall does not include the v6. And I find there are SRS recalls on later model hondas, too. The SRS failure is obvious for many years of accords and other honda models. We either have to pay $700 - 1,000 to replace them or worry we will suffer the consequences. I'm sure the shear number of SRS tests and SRS replacements will more than prove out the widespread problem. The biggest problem is the fact that people do not pay that kind of money to have it fixed. It makes you wonder how many serious injuries have resulted due to faulty honda SRS. This recall needs to be expanded. Thank you for your time. If you can offer any new info on my SRS, I would be grateful.

Filed May 26, 2004 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · TX

Abs system failed. It will cost 1800.00 to repair. I have noticed that this is a common occurance with this vehicle. Also the fuel gauge does not work, and the car jumps while driving over 65 MPH.

Filed Mar 19, 2004 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · FL

Vehicle ABS started making noise around 90,000 miles and was slowly losing fluid. Light came on permanantly at 100,000 miles and ABS malfunctioned. American honda is aware of the problem. Tsb 96-05 was issued. Dealer stated it was a common problem and the modulater costs is approx. $1,100. No recall was issued knowing the plugs on the ABS modulator were not properly tightened when the vehicle was shipped from the factory. This caused a leak of brake fluid from the system, which appears to have subsequently caused damage to the master cylinder pressure in the main braking system. Causing the brake pedal to go to the floor and a need to be pumped to obtain pressure in the braking system. Honda claims it is due to the age of the car but the tsb 96-050 clearly identifies liability of the ABS system shipped with improperly tighten plugs. This is what they are requiring owners to take the car back and pay for.

Filed Feb 9, 2004 · Brakes · OR

Abs system failure

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Visibility · SC

Power window keeps running off the track. It needs a new rotator on all four windows. Abs modulator has a leak in it. I am interested in a class action, less they want to fix my car. I don't think that it is fair that we put so much money into these cars with the tune-ups, and they still break down

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · 86,000 miles · TX

My ABS has gone out. The brakes still work but, I do not have the same braking ability.

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Brakes · 150,000 miles · NJ

Vehicle was taken to the dealer because the ABS light illuminated. The dealer determined that the ABS control module had to be replaced. *ak

Filed Oct 9, 2003 · Brakes · 93,900 miles · CA

Malfunctioning ABS modulator and accumulator were replaced for $1400.00 at 93700 miles. 1995, honda, accord v6 sedan.

Filed Jul 9, 2003 · Brakes · 53,715 miles · CA

Abs brake light stays on. Problem had been fixed (seal replacement) a couple of years ago, 9-10-99 to be exact, but about a year after that reoccured. Since then I have filled the ABS reservoir each time the light came on and then the problem went away. Now that does not help anymore either. This seems to be a known and dangerous problem with this model and I thought at least that they would have fixed it the first time this problem came up.

Filed May 9, 2003 · Brakes · 147,215 miles · CA

Abs light continues to stay on no matter what I do. Brakes feel hesitant. Brake pads are fine, brake fluid level is fine. This same problem has occurred to a lot of people and all honda motor company keeps doing is ducking and dodging and its time for the proper authorities to do something. I feel ripped off.

Filed Mar 26, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · CA

Honda accord 95. Transmission problem, cost to fix: $2000. Honda car not reliable. Had other problems, replacement part: $700. Dealer can't be trusted! Brakes pulsating, fixed at pep boys: $200. Brake problems! Power driver's seat cost for fixing: $200. Constant problem! Still a problem, still not working well! Timing belt change : $500. Costs more than other cars to get this done! Abs light came on, I have to replace modulator that is leaking, $1400. I want honda to be responsible and pay for the replacement. Have always had problems. Every time is something else! Enough! I don't want to have to get a new car! I can't get a new car and used cars are not reliable either!!!!!