1996 Honda Accord Electrical System Problems
- 15
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 15 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Visibility/Wiper
My alternator is not charging my battery. My wire harness is having a faulty and i can't figure it out
ODI 10925408
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 honda accord. While stationary and driving various speeds, the engine indicator illuminated and remained lit over a period of time. The contact stated that the speedometer would not record the proper speed/mileage. In addition, the contact stated that the battery was drained on numerous occasions and the battery life of the vehicle lasted six months or less. A dealer was not contacted.…
ODI 11032785
Electrical System
RECALL ON WIRES
Fire reported
ODI 10810082
Electrical System
I was driving my 96 accord at 45 mph on a spring day and it shut off as though i had turned the key off. It would restart for as long as the key was held in the "start" position, but as soon as the key was released (to normal operating position) it would die. The cause was a faulty ignition switch which i had replaced by a repair technician. While i fortunately suffered no harm, had it happened traveling uphill or…
ODI 10393535
Electrical System
I have a 1996 honda accord which was suddenly stalling with all the power down for few minutes. After few tests my mechanic said the problem is with ignition key switch. After spending $600 plus the problem stopped. After researching i found out there was a recall for the same problem but for model year 1997 onwards for the same car. After further research i found that there were lot of people on the model year 1996…
ODI 10415687
Electrical System
Honda accord 1996, windows automatically open when the vehicle is not occupied, but is parked and locked. Upon return, honda accord windows are open to half way. This creates a danger for the owner of the vehicle as if parked when there is no daylight, someone could enter the vehicle unknown to the driver, or carjacking could occur due to easy entry to vehicle as well as car theft to interior of vehicle and trunk of…
ODI 10348222
Air Bags · Electrical System · Horn
Horn works occasionally, srs light won't go off,speedometer stop working. *tr
ODI 10355622
Electrical System
1996 honda accord. Driving on freeway on the third line. Suddenly car lights on the front panel turn on. Engine stopped. Car slowed down and almost was hit by a truck on the rear of the car. Felt like the truck would read end my car and that was the day to die. Emergency lights were turn on. While the car was moving, the engine started after so trying so man times and got car out of the freeway. After exiting the…
ODI 10303410
Electrical System
1996 honda accord, automatic transmission, having trouble removing the key from the ignition, seems like the system doesn't realize that the transmission is in park. The problem occurs every other time so far, seems like something is worn out or on the verge of a defect. Please advise asap, i don't want to get stuck someplace. Is this problem on a recall basis ??? *tr
ODI 10253150
Automatic Transmission · Electrical · Electrical System · Frontal · Latch · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe · Mechanical · Suspension · Tires
Electrical problems, with door lock actuators and srs systems wheel alignment brake problems, transmission problems yes , parts were replaced, repaired but i still have the same problems, after spending thousands of dollars. *nm
ODI 10139534
Electrical System · Switch
Faulty ignition switch...recurrent intermittent problem. Fails to start. This has been occurring off and on for years. Sometimes the key sensor senses a key in the ignition when a key isn't inserted, thus a beeping sound when the door is opened even if the key is not in the ignition. Car has shut off while driving several times over the years. *tr
ODI 10610921
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Dt*: the contact stated the rear driver side door will not automatically lock/unlock from the driver side controls, it must be performed manually. The vehicle is not equipped with a remote locking device. The contact is not the original owner and the problem has occurred since date of purchase. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and determined the door actuator needed to be replaced. The manufacturer has not…
ODI 10156366
Electrical System
I own a 1996 honda accord and it has been a reliable car until recently. It has been regularly mainted. I was driving to work when the car kept acting like it was going to stall when i hit the gas. It finally stalled while i was driving to work at 55 miles per hour. After taking it to the honda dealer and spending $300 for repairs which included replacement of spark plugs, fuel induction service and throttle body…
ODI 10067679
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Dt*: the contact stated the rear passenger side door will not automatically lock/unlock using the remote locking device it must be performed manually. This began as an intermittent problem but gradually got worse. The dealership inspected the vehicle and determined the actuator needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. Updated 05/16/2006. *ak *nm
ODI 10156367
Electrical System
This latest electrical system failure has yet to be dianosed by a mechanic; i am guessing the cause is the same as the 2 previous failures. Whether my guess is correct, the bike's electrical system failed completely, causing loss of power with no warning, while i was riding in the middle (third) lane of the freeway at 65mph. A honda technician who replaced a defective regulator on this bike before told me the units…
ODI 719427