1997 Honda Accord Engine Problems
- 8
- 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.
What owners report
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the engine lost power. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was awaiting diagnostic testing and repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 185,000.
ODI 10806619
Electrical System · Engine
Engine stalled suddenly, without warning, while driving on highway. Since first occurrence it has been happening more frequently, sometimes on the highway and sometimes while stopped at traffic lights. Is very difficult to restart. *tr
ODI 10714555
Engine
While driving on the highway the engine stalled/failed, windshield wipers stopped working and it felt like the ignition switch was the cause of the failure. Headlights were working along with the dash lights. During the stalling period - i pulled over and came to a stop on the highway. Soon there after, the engine came on and i began to drive again. This happened twice during a 30 minute ride while it was raining.…
ODI 10663287
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 mph with the cruise control activated, the vehicle suddenly stalled. As the vehicle speed decelerated the contact switched the shifter into the neutral position and restarted the engine and the vehicle operated shifted into neutral and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Manufacturer was not…
ODI 10627376
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable. *tr
ODI 10564179
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda accord. While reversing, there was a loud metallic noise coming from the hood of the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and the motor mount fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10722786
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
My car engine some times used to suddenly shut off and stop abruptly, while slowing or braking. At times, it will start right away after cranking the ignition switch, but, some times, required several tries. Abrupt stopping caused extremely dangerous situation, as the drivers behind had to make very hard stops and narrowly missed hitting rear end of my honda. Since the problem was occurring intermittently, it was…
ODI 10716909
Engine
1997 honda accord. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle re-built motor failure. *smd the consumer stated the re-built motor he purchased, started knocking and then failed. The establishment where he purchased the motor from, offered him $4,000, when he paid $6,000. They refused to fix or replace the motor. Updated 06/24/13 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired updated 10/17/13
ODI 10508031