1997 Honda Accord Air Bags Problems
- 65
- 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 65 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- light came · 19 records
- light illuminated · 11 records
- airbag light · 9 records
- control unit · 8 records
- light stays · 7 records
- came stayed · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
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.
ODI 11051464
Air Bags
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
ODI 10750414
Air Bags
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. *tr
ODI 10523359
Air Bags
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. *tr
ODI 10347478
Air Bags
AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON. *TR
ODI 10308172
Air Bags · Electrical System · Service Brakes, Electric
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…
ODI 10227680
Air Bags
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…
ODI 10482958
Air Bags
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 nhtsa 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…
ODI 10318963
Air Bags
The srs light in the consumer's 1997 honda accord illuminated. The mechanic determined that the air bag failed and needed to be replaced. *ts *nm
ODI 10149764
Air Bags
Srs light on 1997 honda accord coming on. Diagnosed for $85. Battery replaced. A week later it came back on and stayed on. After another $85, told that srs system is bad, and it will be $830 to replace. I see on the internet that this is a common problem, and learn that the replacement part is upgraded. I bought the honda because of its high reliability and would appreciate being refunded by honda. *jb
8 deaths
ODI 10138723
Air Bags
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! *tr
ODI 10394097
Air Bags
Consumer noticed that the srs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the control module needed to be reset, and reset it on three different visits to the dealership. However, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the control module needed to be replaced.*ak
ODI 10108016
Air Bags
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…
ODI 10285547
Air Bags
S.r.s light malfuncting on 97 honda accord and honda motor company refuses to acknowdledge it has a problem with this system. Articles on the internet report that honda airbags at times do not deploy when involved in accidents where they should have. Honda motor company states in the owners manual that this system does not require maintenance and that be checked in 10 years. I feel the the honda motor company should…
ODI 10088323
Air Bags
Srs light is on, 2nd occurrence. Reset at dealer first occurrence after collision, (air bag did not deploy). Second occurance, came on without collision.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 10068524
Air Bags
My srs has come on for the third time in my car. The dealer told me while the srs light is on, the air bags won't deploy in the event of an accident. The first two times this has happen, the dealer reset the light. They told me it would cost $800 to fix. I don't have $800 sitting around, therefore i had them reset the light. This is a major safety concern honda needs to address. I bought a car with air bags, and…
ODI 10064113
Air Bags
The srs light in my 1997 accord wagon is on for the second time. The first time honda simply turned it off (and charged me). Now i will be paying $1,000 to have the system replaced. This seems to be very common in hondas and it is something that the dealer should pay for or have honda recall. I have always been satisfied with honda - this is my third honda - and it will surely be my last.*ak
ODI 10078550
Air Bags
I am exactly in the same situation as complaint number 566928. Srs light came on one day and stayed on, so i took the car to the dealer and reset the system. With in 2 weeks, srs light came back on stayed on again. I brought it back to the honda dealer and was told the srs control unit was defective and it costs $825.50 at owner's expense. It wasn't simply fair and i am not happy to pay for this. It is nothing that…
ODI 10023285
Air Bags
Srs light came on and has stayed on. Dealer advised that warranty is expired and bring it in to have them diagnose the problem cost $75.00. More than likely $500.00 - 600.00 to correct. I advised that i read an article where in most cased the bushings counld be cleaned and replaced at a charge of $50.00 - 75.00. Service clerk claims not to have ever heard that. I have read, on your web site, many complaints of this…
ODI 769149
Air Bags
Consumer states that the air bag sensor light remain on while driving. Dealer and the manufacturer has been notified. Nlm
ODI 8020110
Air Bags
The srs control unit had failed and was replaced. *scc
ODI 567636
Air Bags · Frontal
Airbag light was on at all time, dealer replaced driver's airbag.*ak *yh
ODI 8018061
Air Bags
I took my vehicle in to the dealership to have the srs light checked out. I was told it was a system unit failure. I was given a price $852.63 to get this repaired. By getting this repaired/replaced i would have a 1 year warranty; but no guarantee that it won't happen again within or after a year. After researching your website (nhtsa), i saw a huge number of complaints on the same matter. I then decided to wait to…
ODI 765637
Air Bags
While driving air bag light stays on. Dealer notified. *ak *yh
ODI 8015857
Air Bags
After starting vehicle air bag sensor light came on and stayed on. Contacted dealer . Had to replace air bag system.*ak
ODI 8013805