1998 Honda Accord Electrical System Problems
- 94
- 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 94 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Horn · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 31 |
| 100–150k mi | 29 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
MY IGNITION TURNS OFF WHILE IM DRIVING.
ODI 11183174
Electrical System
The car loses power while driving and operating the car. The ignition completely shuts the car off. The car can restart, but the ignition continues to shut off repeatedly
ODI 11131632
Body · Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Takata recall? I bought this vehicle from my co worker which stated these issues were already happening for months, firstly the cluster clusters instrument gages do not work (replaced them and nothing happens) , only the gage lights turn on. These include the gas gage, rpm, speedometer, temp. Which is another issue, the electrical issues even though you try to brighten the lights with the dim knob they are hardly…
ODI 11109972
Electrical System
Takata recall ignition switch failure car won't stay on unless key is hold forward
ODI 11164111
Electrical System
On several occasions, while driving at highway speeds on a multi land road in traffic the engine suddenly shut off. After pulling over i attempted to restart engine. After several attempt of turning the key all indicator lights illuminated and i was able to continue on.
ODI 10994049
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle continued to stall multiple times while driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.
ODI 10957936
Electrical System
The engine randomly shuts off while driving. Extremely dangerous! It is not the ignition switch which is the subject of a past recall. Honda does not have a clue about what is causing this issue and if you check the internet all kinds of honda owners are experiencing this problem. I bet someone has already been killed because of it.
ODI 10906305
Electrical System · Engine
My engine switch. Does not want to turn. My key on and off. I been having lots of problems with the key. It started a while ago. My wheel locks on me not letting it. Turn no were causing. An accident. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10924078
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 393,033.
ODI 10782332
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system); however, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 10764102
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was repaired, however the failure recurred. The details of the repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 239,000.
ODI 10763185
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While at a complete stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000.
ODI 10745351
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving at 40 mph, the vehicle started to slow down and then stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the brakes failed and the steering would not turn. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road, where an independent mechanic diagnosed that the ignition switch was defective. The vehicle was then taken…
ODI 10732721
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the distributor, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 165,000.
ODI 10745782
Electrical System
Car died when i was driving. All the dash lights went off. I let the car sit for a while and then was able to start it again. I drove a few more miles and the same thing happened again. I have done some research on this and it appears that the ignition switch has had a recall for this problem. I called honda and they said they don't have a recall for this year. *tr
ODI 10713824
Electrical System
The ignition switch is faulty. The car will run and suddenly cut out and has difficulty starting. Most other models of accords manufactured in this timeframe were covered under an ignition recall in 2002. I owned a different accord in 2006 that was repaired under the recall. However, i was told by a honda dealer my particular model is not covered under the recall.
ODI 10861701
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed, the lights on the instrument panel started to blink, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that the ignition switch failed. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 02v012000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not…
ODI 10703182
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car randomly stalls at different speeds at any given time.could do it sitting in driveway or on highway. Not weather related or how long the car has been running.might happen 4 or 5 times a day or just every 3 or 4 days. No engine lights nothing. A few mechanics think its a ignition switch problem.this car has been recalled for this a number of years ago. Honda dealers in area want to charge me a large sum for…
ODI 10644755
Electrical System
We were charge for a recall on this electrical ignition switch. We have talked to a the recall service department at honda automobile customer service. That person told us that this should have been no charge to us. They told us to file a complaint with you. We will also be faxing the bill to the number[xxx]. Faxing on sept 10, 2014, here is the case no. [xxx]. Please your immediate attention to this matter will be…
ODI 10631898
Electrical System
When driving the car, it suddenly loses power and shuts off. You have to restart it again, with traffic behind you, who could suddenly rear-end you, when not expecting your car to shut off, in the middle of the road! This is an ignition switch problem that was a recall. Honda has "fixed" this part the first time, and refuses to pay for the recall the second time. Can i be any less dead the 2nd time? Honda needs to…
ODI 10630477
Electrical System · Engine · Suspension
I have a 1998 honda accord when i call honda to let them know my car is stalling while driving they tell me this is not a covered recall on my certain car for my vin also the lower ball joints are not covered but they have a recall for the parts on line for other 1998 cars but it is crazy neither of these items are covered on my car. *tr
ODI 10607701
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical…
ODI 10681116
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off and caused the power steering and brakes to stop working. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified, but no remedy was offered. The failure mileage was 160,000.
ODI 10638842
Electrical System · Engine
I have a 98 honda accord lx that dies at random times while driving. It takes a few minutes to get my vehicle to restart. I've called honda and they told me it was the electrical portion of the ignition switch that wasn't covered by the recall and is expensive for labor and the part. I've done some research online and this seems to be a lot of honda owners who has this problem and the dealership won't replace the…
ODI 10586662
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated while driving various speeds the key moved out of the on position causing the vehicle to suddenly stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician performed the repairs for nhtsa recall campaign number: 03v423000 (electrical system) and diagnosed that the ignition cylinder was defective. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10576145