1998 Honda Accord Engine Problems
- 17
- 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 17 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 7 records
- without warning · 5 records
- diagnosed repaired · 4 records
- repaired notified · 4 records
- passenger side · 4 records
- approximate failure · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to operate normally; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to autonation honda west knoxville ([redacted], knoxville, tn 37922,…
ODI 11113969
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Takata recall i took my car for inspection and it says safety/emissions recall. I wanted to get it fixed but they told me that i would have to take it to a honda dealer. Ivoq n n n n v n n
ODI 10945148
Engine
My car's engine was shut off while i was driving 65 m/h in the freeway and regular road. Also i couldn't re start my car right a way. It is happening more when is hot days than cold days. When i turn to ignition side nothing happened and it's so hard to see regular lights including airbag and engine light etc. I almost got get into accident couple time during at night cause i was trying to get my engine turn on…
ODI 10871409
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
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 259,000.
ODI 10838518
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving at any speed, the engine seized without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the contact's residence. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10883440
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Vehicle inspected by mechanic who determined that the passenger side of the engine cradle is corroded and will need replacement. Subsequent internet search indicates that this is a common issue prior to a design change in the 2003 model year. Spoke with manufacturer customer service rep (csr) who claimed that they have no record of ever having received a complaint about this issue, though nhtsa complaint ids…
ODI 10716479
Engine · Underbody Shields
On august 23, 2014, i went to get my oil changed at the honda dealer and they said the sub-frame on the passenger's side had completely broken and the car is now a safety issue. I find this to be horrible. I've had this car for about 3 years now (a gift from my grandmother) and all oil changes and services have been done at the dealership on time and they are just now telling me about this!!! I have searched and…
ODI 10627782
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted after several attempts, but the failure recurred three times. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.
ODI 10622243
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 231,000.
ODI 10617908
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 · 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
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact was driving at various speeds when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and performed normally however the failure later recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 212,272.
ODI 10549355
Engine · Suspension · Underbody Shields
A clunking noise was noticed while driving. The vehicle was taken in for service and it was advised that the passenger's side sub frame was rusted. The private mechanic stated that the entire sub frame needed to be replaced and that the vehicle was not safe to be driven. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. *tr
ODI 10525602
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that the front passenger's side engine cradle was rusting. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 48,500.
ODI 10607098
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car suddenly shuts off on its own while driving; all electrical goes off except for check engine light, abs light, or none at all. Happened 3 or 4 times, sometimes at freeway speed, car restarted from neutral a few minutes later. Taken to honda dealer & diagnosed with a faulty transmission module, replaced for $450. Yet the problem just recurred not long after that repair. This creates a serious road hazard &…
ODI 10472850
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving approximately 55 mph the engine stalled without warning. The engine was restarted and the vehicle resumed normal operation. The malfunction recurred five times after a previous repair under nhtsa campaign id number 02v120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). The vehicle had not recently been taken back to the dealer for diagnosis or possible repairs. The…
ODI 10467618