1996 Honda Accord: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Sep 8, 2010 · Brakes · UT · crash

1996 honda accord. Consumer states brake failure *tgw the consumer stated when she applied the brake pedal, it was very hard and the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle did not stop. After the accident, the vehicle was inspected and it appeared the brake fluid leaked out of the ABS reservoir.

Filed Sep 30, 2006 · Brakes · 69,000 miles · OH

Abs light came on accompanied by buzzer. Checked brake fluid and found that I was almost empty in ABS reservoir. Added fluid and had ABS modulator checked. Modulator was found to be leaking brake fluid from fitting on underside. I contacted dealer to effect repair,and was told a new ABS modulator would be about $1500-$1600 dollars. Since vehicle was just past warranty limits, I inquired if some consideration might be made since it was considered a non-wear item. Dealer denied any considerations. Upon further research into the matter, I discovered a honda service bulletin had been released to dealers prior to my complaint that acknowledges a problem with "leaking ABS modulators" honda service bulletin # 960-50 june 30,1998. It states that the plugs in the ABS modulator may not be properly tightened,and goes on to describe a simple inexpensive fix for this symptom. When I again contacted the dealer and made them aware of this,they again said they would fix it by replacing the unit for $1500-$1600-no warranty-no exceptions. I inquired about the regional warranty representative,got his phone number,and called him. Again I described the problem,my concerns,and the honda issued service bulletin. He said that while the bulletin does describe one possible fix for the problem,the honda dealers were not bound to follow that recommended avenue of repair. In other words,"spend 1/2 hr. Fixing something for $100, or spend 1/2 hr fixing it for $1500". I would like to stress that,since I work in a consumer related field, at no time did I present myself unprofessionally,or fail to show respect to the person to whom I was speaking,as I believed that ultimately,"reason" would win out.

Filed Mar 18, 2006 · Airbags, Brakes · FL

Shouldn't safety equipment be repaired by manufacturer at no cost to consumer if consumer has done nothing to cause malfunction? My SRS light and ABS light is on(1996 honda accord ex). My honda dealer wants $1000+ to fix the SRS light and $1500-$1700 to replace the ABS modulator/accumulator. I had the car for 3 weeks when the first problem light came on and now I have two safety problems. Can you help me out on this?

Filed Mar 18, 2006 · Airbags · FL

Shouldn't safety equipment be repaired by manufacturer at no cost to consumer if consumer has done nothing to cause malfunction? My SRS light and ABS light is on(1996 honda accord ex). My honda dealer wants $1000+ to fix the SRS light and $1500-$1700 to replace the ABS modulator/accumulator. I had the car for 3 weeks when the first problem light came on and now I have two safety problems. Can you help me out on this?

Filed Aug 4, 2004 · Brakes · 47,000 miles · FL

1996 honda accord with 48000 miles: ABS system light comes on; expensive part to replace; seems to be a common problem with other accords.

Filed Mar 12, 2004 · Brakes · 79,000 miles · GA

While braking ABS pump failed. This caused extended stopping distance. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Mar 1, 2004 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · TX

Abs is failing due to fluid leak and lack of pressure. This car is relatively young and should not be experiencing this type of defect. The number of related postings for this problem would indicate a situation deserving further investigation. Loss of ABS can result in loss of control and considerable injury.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · AL

While driving the ABS warning light illuminated on the dashboard intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the problem was fixed. *ph the dealer replaced the ABS accumulator and modulator.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · 48,000 miles · AL

While driving the ABS warning light illuminated on the dashboard intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the problem was fixed. *ph the dealer replaced the ABS accumulator and modulator.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · CA

Anti-lock brake system modulator failure. Leaking fluid in close proximity to exhaust manafold. Fire hazard. Dealer repair price quoted at $1400 - $1600. This ABS modulator appears to have a much higher failure rate than expected, based on the number of complaints I've seen on the internet. Based on the excessive repair price many people will chose to ignore the problem, or continue to add fluid, which will only increase the fire hazard. Others have chose to bypass the ABS, which defeats the purpose of having the ABS safety enhancement in the first place

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · 90,000 miles · WI

Both the ABS and the SRS indicator lights came on. Had dealer check and was told I need a new ABS accumulator and modulator, in addition to a new SRS controlunit, ( air bag system). These are both cost prohibitive, were very expensive optional saftey features offered at the time of sale. I have looked on line and this appears to be a wide spread problem with the accord 1994-1999 and the odyssey, both of which use the same ABS modulator/accumulator. Upon diagnosis, the dealer assured me that this was "normal wear and tear."

Filed Jan 5, 2004 · Airbags · 117,000 miles · OH

Srs light comes on at start up and stays on. Abs light comes on and costs over a $1000.00 to replace modulator. This is ridiculous!!!