Highest windshield wiper speed isn't nearly as fast as it should be. Even in a mild/moderate rainstorm the vehicle speed has to be slowed drastically to be able to drive safely because the windshield wipers aren't effectively wiping away the rain. In a mild rainstorm, speed of the car is maybe 40mph in which the wipers can somewhat keep up. But are practically useless at highway speeds 60mph+ even during light rainstorms, visibility is majorly decreased even on the highest windshield setting.
Honda Accord wipers problems
151 of the 24,251 owner complaints about the Honda Accord describe windshield wiper failure, most of them for the 2003 model year.
- owner complaints
- 151
- worst model year
- 2003
- typical repair cost reported
- $700
- typical mileage
- 51,369
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Headlights 7Lane assist 4Door locks 4Transmission failure 3Stalling 3Grinding brakes 3Won't start 2Windshield crack 2
What owners say
The windshield wiper nozzle that dispenses the wiper fluid is poorly designed. The passenger side nozzle shoots >50% of the fluid off my car and onto the guy in the lane to my right. The driver side nozzle barely gets any good cleaning effect on the driver side for the same reason - it shoots far to the right. Not only do I have to use way more fluid than necessary just to clean the windshield from debris or bugs, but I also don't get a *good* clean doing so. I don't feel entirely safe with the current implementation, and believe the system is greatly flawed.
VEHICLE: 2019 Honda Accord LX SUMMARY OF SAFETY DEFECTS & FAILURE: My vehicle is experiencing severe, dangerous mechanical and electrical failures identical to existing national safety recalls, yet my specific VIN is being excluded by the manufacturer. 1. FUEL SYSTEM FAILURE & ENGINE STALLING: The vehicle is experiencing sudden engine stalling and failure to start due to a defective low-pressure fuel pump. This matches the exact failure profile of the federal safety agency Recall Numbers 23V‑858, 21V‑215, and 20V‑314 (Honda Campaigns KGC/KGD). This defect causes the vehicle to lose power unexpectedly, creating an immediate crash hazard on active roadways. 2. BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) DEFECT: The vehicle is suffering from critical electrical disruptions, resulting in erratic component failures including [mention any specific symptoms you have, e.g., malfunctioning windshield wipers, defrosoter failure, rear-view camera blacking out, or power window errors]. This perfectly mirrors the systemic programming defect outlined in the federal safety agency Recall Number 20V‑771 (Honda Campaign X95). DEALER DIAGNOSIS & MANUFACTURER DENIAL: I have taken the vehicle to an authorized Honda dealership multiple times. - In June 2025, the BCM software issues were initially dismissed by the dealer as a general electrical problem. - A subsequent comprehensive diagnostic confirmed the fuel pump and BCM failure, resulting in a repair estimate of $4,688. The dealership refused to cover the repairs under the safety recalls, citing that my VIN is not currently flagging "open recalls" in their corporate database. When referred to American Honda Motor Co. Corporate Customer Support, corporate summarily dismissed my complaint and refused any cost assistance or repair remedy, despite their clear knowledge that these exact defects plague the 2019 Accord LX model year. Because the manufacturer is utilizing restrictive VIN range loopholes to evade financial accountability for known safety hazards, I am filing this complaint
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while an occupant was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light illuminated. The message "Please see Dealer” was displayed. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the emissions system warning light remained continuously illuminated, and the engine was idling roughly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump failure. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, several systems malfunctioned and became inoperable, with unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number 20V771000 (Electrical System, Back Over Prevention, Visibility/Wiper, Visibility, Exterior Lighting). The vehicle was diagnosed with a body control module (BCM) failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
windshield wipers spray car next to me and not on the windshield.
Purchase New Delivery date: August 13, 2024 On Saturday June 7, 2025 after temperatures reached 93⁰ I noticed a cracking in windshield starting from plastic cover near windshield wipers. The cracking rapidly spread upward which is currently about 8 inches in length. This windshield hasn't been struck by any object. If windshield is replaced with any windshield other than a OEM from Honda it will void warranty on camera system. To replace with a OEM from Honda I was quoted over $2,000.00. This cracking has started due to poor materials used in the production of windshield or is either too thin. There is numerous reports of such on Honda 11th generation forums.
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated the turn signal lights, the trunk, the Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance, and the LKAS failed to be displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V771000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION, VISIBILITY/WIPER, VISIBILITY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.
The lettering of the gear shift and signal light/ wiper switches run off easily making it hard to see in dark places and at night. Bring that those switches are the most crucial when operating the vehicle the white lettering should be sustainable and durable making the visibility great whether driving during the day or night.
During normal driving - clear weather conditions - the car will suddenly activate the forward collision braking. It will literally slam on the brakes and decrease the speed by 10-15 MPH. This happened as I was going down the drive of our neighborhood, I was at 45 MPH with no one in front of me or behind me (thankfully) and the car applied the brakes and activated the front collision warning. There is also an intermittent issue with my seatbelt. Specifically the drivers seat belt. I was witness to someone driving my car - he buckled his seat belt and it unlatched. He then buckled it again thinking he didn’t do it right - but it wouldn’t latch. This has happened to me before as well - but usually after the third try of buckling the seat belt it will work and so I thought nothing of it. Additionally, the windshield wipers do not go back to their original position after being in use.
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the messages "Lane Departure. See Dealer", "Engine Problem See Dealership”, “High Beam Problem. See Dealer" and other unknown messages were displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unknown fuse was replaced; however, the vehicle started temporarily but the failure recurred. The dealer diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to a transmission specialist, where the transmission was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V771000 (Electrical System, Back Over Prevention, Visibility/Wiper, Visibility, Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist due to the mileage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling 351,000 my 2003 accord vehicles. If water enters the windshield wiper motor breather port, which is designed to allow the motor to vent warm air during normal operation, it can result in corrosion inside the motor housing. This can cause a failure of the electrical circuit breaker inside the motor housing.
- Risk
- If the circuit breaker fails, it will cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, which can increase the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor for signs of corrosion. If no signs of corrosion are present, a cover will be installed over the wiper motor to prevent water from entering the wiper motor housing. If signs of corrosion damage are observed on the wiper motor, the motor will be replaced. The recall began on july 17, 2008. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 08V169000 · Recall details
Questions about the Honda Accord wipers
Which Honda Accord years have windshield wiper failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2003 (52 complaints), 2004 (24 complaints) and 2013 (12 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix windshield wiper failure on the Honda Accord?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $700 (median of 12 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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