1997 Honda Accord: airbag warning light

Filed Nov 30, 2017 · Airbags · 25 miles · OH

I was driving home from work and my SRS light came on and has not went off. I have not hit anything and I was just driving on the interstate when it just came on.

Filed Aug 21, 2015 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · OR

The SRS light came on suddenly while driving. Took to dealer and they are charging a lot to repair it. I have not done the repair . How come air bag related SRS light can come while just driving and why do I need to pay for it ? It should be covered by manufacturer

Filed Jul 5, 2013 · Airbags · 130,000 miles · CA

The SRS light illuminated indicating an airbag problem with my honda accord at approx. 130,000 miles. The dealer charged me $90 for a diagnostic test with a 8-5 internal failure code. Dealer wants to replace SRS unit at a cost to me of $1100. I believe this is a safety issue that should be covered by the honda corporation as a recall as they have courageously done for the honda civic.

Filed Nov 2, 2012 · Airbags · 70,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while parked, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic reset the air bag light and stated that if the failure persisted, the SRS module would have to be replaced. Approximately one week later the air bag warning light re-illuminated. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2011 · Airbags · 105,000 miles · WI

Srs light has been reset several times on my 1997 honda accord lx.. There seems not to be a problem with the airbags. This is extremely frustrating!

Filed Aug 5, 2010 · Airbags · 138,000 miles · NE

The SRS light randomly came on. Took to mechanic and he said there is a problem with the SRS module computer which means the airbags will not deploy.

Filed Mar 11, 2010 · Airbags · 78,000 miles · MA

The SRS (airbags) light has been on for over 2 years. It indicates the airbags are malfunction. Initially, I attempted to re-set the light twice, but it came back shortly after resetting. After searching through internet and the federal safety agency website here, I realize that this is a widespread problem with 1997 honda accord model. Since this is a serious safety issue and is not drivers fault, honda should hold the responsibility and issue a recall to repair it.

Filed Feb 9, 2010 · Airbags · VT

Airbag light stays on.

Filed Sep 28, 2009 · Airbags · 123,000 miles · WA

As with the others SRS light came on in 2004 when I purchased the car from a private owner. Before I purchased the car he took it to a honda dealer for a complete inspection and nothing was noted that the SRS light was on. I took it into a honda dealer and they didn't run any checks they just told me that it was going to cost $1200.00 to fix. They took the car to do some other minor repairs and when I picked it up the light was off. It came back on within months of being off. It has been on to this day. It sounds fishy to me that they can diagnose by the lamp on when I read that it could be a number of less expensive fixes.

Filed May 13, 2008 · Airbags, Brakes · TX

I have several complaints: 1) the SRS light came on. The dealer claimed that I needed a new computer at a cost of $900. I researched possible problems on this and other websites and had listed the technical service bulletins that were relevant. The dealer was not so thorough. My research showed that honda had been having problem with these computers already for several years and done nothing about it. The problem was with a sensor on the passenger side air bag which was malfunctioning in such a way as to leave in doubt whether or not the air bag would deploy. It is ridiculous that consumers have to pay nearly 1,000.00 to fix systemic problems in a safety system that have repeatedly not been addressed. 2) my ABS light started coming on. When starting the engine the pump motor for the ABS system would activate and attempt to pump fluid in the system. It could be heard from inside the car as a grinding noise. It would cycle on and off for about 6 or so times then the relay would trip, turn off motor and illuminate the ABS light. The dealer claimed that the ams module was malfunctioning and needed replacement at a cost of 1,700.00. Ridiculous. After doing some research online it seems that this is also a common failure for this make and model of car. 3) wireless entry system failed. 4) A/C evaporator sprung a leak 5) driver side passenger door auto lock does not work. This car is far from reliable, as advertised to be, and very questionable in the safety department. I am finished with honda!

Filed May 13, 2008 · Electrical · TX

I had to split up my complaint because of the size restriction on the description field. In addition to the ignition coil problem described below I have also had problems with the SRS system, ABS system, wireless entry system, air conditioner, and the auto door locks (all of which are described in another complaint). For a long time the tachometer behaved randomly. It would surge then fall to zero. For periods of time it behaved normally. There was no pattern to the behavior. Initially the engine performance was nominal. Over time the engine began surging and stalling, not necessarily in rhythm with the tachometer, nor exhibiting such behavior when the tach was acting up. Again there was no obvious pattern. Finally the check engine light came on referencing a transmission code that referred to the ignition coil. Interestingly once the code was cleared the check engine light when out and did not illuminate for some time. The next time it illuminated it eventually turned itself out. I finally took the car to the detailer. The dealer said that the ignition coil was not talking to the tach and the computer could not read the engine idle speed. Consequently it was recommended to replace the ignition coil as it evidently had an electrical failure. I am still researching this problem, but it appears that other owners have had experiences with their 1997 honda accords' engines surging and stalling and in some cases causing accidents. This is definitely not safe and definitely unacceptable. As I mentioned before, I am through with honda!!!!!

Filed Jul 27, 2007 · Airbags · NY

I recently purchased a used honda accord and noticed the SRS light was on. Subsequent research revealed that the control module is defective and honda does not cover its replacement. This is a safety issue, as the airbags will not deploy with the SRS light on. Honda should be responsible for this. Please issue a recall. This problem has been occurring for several years--obviously, they are not interested in meeting the safety standards that the federal safety agency or dot sets and do not care about the safety of their passengers. Please do something about this before people die unnecessarily.