1998 Honda Accord Body Problems
- 36
- 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
- passenger side · 8 records
- clear coat · 8 records
- front subframe · 5 records
- right front · 4 records
- subframe rusted · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 11 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
The ac drip tube is aimed right at the front passenger side subframe and rusts it out over time. Just recently i had the subframe totally fail and snap in half due to this rust. The scary part was that i had just gotten off the highway and was only going 5 mph when it happened. If it had happened five minutes sooner this would have been a much worse situation. Notice in the picture i attach that the whole corner of…
ODI 11124069
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
Body · Upper Arm
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the upper control arm squeaked and was about to detach without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the subframe was rusted out and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The technician recommended that the entire subframe be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
ODI 11091183
Body
I paid $1300 to replace a timing belt and a leaking water pump. The mechanic test drove it when the repairs were finished, only to discover a loud squeaking which revealed a rusted right front subframe that i have found, after some online research is fairly common and due to the placement of a drain tube that leaked water over this spot on the subframe for 20 years.
ODI 10991670
Body
Passenger side subframe has rusted just behind where the lower control arm connects. This rust is not visible when viewing from the underside of the vehicle when on a lift, making failure of the subframe imminent. Honda should admit a design flaw exists with the ac discharge and replace these bad frames. What a disgrace. Sad to say i will be switching brands. I prefer companies who step up to the plate to protect…
ODI 10959567
Body
Clear coat and paint has started to chip and peal. This is a common problem with this make year and model and honda is aware. To no fault of my own needing to get this problem fixed asap. At one time a large piece of the clear coat came off and hit my windshield and stuck to my windshield and i had to pull over to remove it from my windshield to avoid having this hazard to myself and others.
ODI 11035517
Body · Exterior Lighting
I have had my car for over a year and the car is chipping so bad.i am upset about this problem!!plus my dash lights stopped working and i have ran off the road several times.i have checked everything and i don't see the problem.zhonda should have to fix these problems.
ODI 10979402
Body
After bringing the car in for routine maintenance on the brakes, i was notified that the passenger side sub frame is completely rusted through and the car is no longer safe to drive. It was a huge surprise as the car has had regular maintenance and does not have significant rust on any other location. I was told that any pot hole or large bump could have broken the frame and completely dislodged the engine. I was…
ODI 10806565
Body
I was driving on the highway at normal speed and as i was making a turn i heard a loud popping sound from the front of my vehicle. I took the car to an independent mechanic who after inspecting the vehicle informed me that my passenger side sub-frame arm had rusted off and snapped. This came as a surprised, because the car was inspected for a state inspection less then a week before the said incident and it had…
ODI 10794991
Body
While driving on city streets and also on the highway i noticed a clanking noise coming from the right front wheel area of the car. Parked the car and pushed on the right side of the hood and could hear the noise. Took off the right front tire and noticed severe rust through of the frame that connects below the control arm. (2 photos attached) car is unsafe to drive and am getting estimates on repair cost.
ODI 10779378
Body · Steering · Suspension
Http://www.newsnet5.com/news/local-news/investigations/center-for-auto-safety-requesting-recall-of-1-5-million-honda-accords-for-rust-issue-in-sub-frame. This is what happened
ODI 10700888
Body
Excessive corrosion and rust on the passenger side front sub frame. Technician says it's because the a/c drain tube. The drivers side has no corrosion at all! Honda changed this in 03+ models. Very expensive repair, this car has no body rust. This should've been a recall.
ODI 10957142
Body · Steering · Suspension
Heard clunking noise while turning. Figured it was a cv joint, took it to my very trusted mechanic. He confirmed the right joint was bad, and said that on the left joint, the boot was already off, and it is slinging grease everywhere. More disturbing, he also said that the front subframe is dangerously rusted out. He specifically mentioned that the "cradle", which holds up the front of the engine is almost…
ODI 10661131
Body
Body panel of the passengers is all scratched and their is cameras in my building complex and i told the owner to check them and he said it wasn't his problem and now i'm seeing more scratches and i told him again and he told me to park outside now not inside when i'm actually paying $50 for the parking every month. *tr
ODI 10683656
Body · Fuel System, Gasoline · Suspension
Failed clear coat and faded paint were the first problems to occur with my silver honda accord. Next was the gas tank leak, where fumes and leaked gas could be smelled and seen on the ground when filling the tank more than half full. Finally my passenger side front subframe rear cross member rusted thru and now the car isn't safe to drive and won't pass inspection without major repairs to the frame. None of the rest…
ODI 10618951
Body · Suspension
Was driving vehicle (1998 accord lx 4 cylinder) when a loud thump was heard from the front passenger side suspension. Put the vehicle up on ramps to inspect and the front subframe on the right side holding the sway bar was completely separated and rotted/rusted out. Prior visual inspection never showed the issue as the rusting was taking place from on top of the subframe. After some quick research this issue is a…
ODI 10514774
Body · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that while at the dealer for a safety inspection, the technician stated that the front frame was corroded and the front passenger side axle shaft boost was fractured. As a result, the frame and axle needed to be replaced. The technician advised the contact that the vehicle should not be driven. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10473725
Body
The front subframe of my 1998 honda accord lx has rusted through due to salt accumulation at only ~95k miles making it a safety hazard. This is the only rusting on the car, either than that spot the car is rust free. *tr
ODI 10435166
Body · Steering · Suspension
The accord models from 1998 to 2002 have been having a crucial rust problem. The sub- frame has been rotting out due to a misplaced air conditioning condensation drain. Honda claims that there are not enough complaints out this problem and that is coincidence that there are a rust problem. Here's the deal, all these cars have a major rust problem on the foundation of the car. Honda also, claimed that the a/c drain…
ODI 10513217
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact observed that the exterior body clear coat paint was peeling severely on the roof, hood and trunk lid area. The vehicle was taken to three different body collision shops where they recommended that the vehicle be taken to an authorized dealer because the failure was a common issue for the model. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 46,527.
ODI 10393073
Body
Tl*- the contact owns a 1998 honda accord. The contact stated that the trunk on the vehicle kept opening at any time. The vehicle was taken to the shop for repair; they found that the gist of the frame was broken. The current and failure mileage, and the dealer information wasn't available.
ODI 10222479
Body · Unknown Or Other
Accord automatic transmission 68,000 miles the date i listed was the date i took it to a body shop for repair. I believe i began noticing it at least a year before but didn't have money to do anything about it then. (on ssd) the roof, trunk, l panel r & l lens & housing, rear bumper had to be repainted/repaired. It started before that particular date. It began with white spots that started peeling and it spread like…
ODI 10448959
Body
Clear coat began peeling back in 2005 and i dealt with it until 2007 and had someone repaint the entire car for $900. 8 years later, the same issue is happening. Must be the metal that honda used on their cars. It is very annoying to say the least. I see it on several honda accords from the same generation.
ODI 10865583
Body · Equipment
Hunter green paint failure on hood, roof, and trunk. *tr
ODI 10226094
Body
The clear coat on my black 1998 honda accord peeled off leaving the car looking like it has a skin disorder. The problem is most prevalent on the hood, roof and trunk, while the doors, bumpers and quarterpanels seem unaffected. The problem has persisted for years, and i had it also with a previous 1994 accord. The paint just fails after 6 or 8 years--very disappointing performance. *tr
ODI 10619198