1999 Honda Accord Power Train 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.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission failed · 5 records
- torque converter · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
At around 185000 miles now, this car which we bought a few years ago with maybe 50,000 to 60,000 less miles started shifting really hard between 1st gear and 2nd gear. Now it slams in gear. From all we've read it is a design flaw regarding the filter which collects tiny metal particulates preventing enough pressure for the transmission to properly and smoothly shift. Honda is well aware of this situation and will…
ODI 11032793
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 honda accord. The contact stated that there was a random failure with the park interlock function and the vehicle stalled several times without warning. In addition, the vehicle failed to restart and shifted in and out of park several times. The vehicle was to be inspected and diagnosed by a dealer and independent mechanic. The manufacturer indicated that there was no recall to address…
ODI 10981336
Power Train · Steering · Wheels
Travelling on interstate when when front-end of vehicle began to vibrate. Moments after the vibration, the car veered hard right on its own. Unable to regain control of vehicle, as steering wheel seemed as it was "locked" in a hard-right enabling position. This malfunction caused the driver to hit a retaining wall at approx 55mph, causing bodily injury. Inspection revealed a faulty/failed steering knuckle, which had…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10937556
Body · Power Train · Seats
My three small children and myself were traveling on the interstate in our home town right at city speed limit of 75mph when out of nowhere from the middle lane attempted to get in the right lane to to get off on my exit 4 miles ahead i slowly hit my brakes then the gas and my car would not move i was almost plowed into numerous times and almost caused a few collisions myself since i was not able to move at all l…
ODI 10861765
Power Train
On 03/19/20016 i was on my way to work and out of now where i stop at a red light and i tried to take off i had to hit the gas peddle before the car would move. I made it to work and i took into a mechanic that same night and he informed me that i may need a new transmission.
ODI 10851163
Power Train · Unknown Or Other
The automatic transmission is slipping a problem with honda, and the car was getting a state inspection and found out the sub frame was rusted on the passenger side . Will not pass a pennsylvania state inspection this is a problem with 1999 to 2002 accords call honda they will not help ( 168000 miles on car ).
ODI 10885252
Power Train
NOISE IN THE RIGHT AXLE IN THE TRANSMISSION
ODI 10788667
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 mph, the rpms increased to 5,000 as the vehicle made a jerking motion and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and the rpms returned to normal, however, the failure recurred. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was…
ODI 10786354
Power Train
The transmission seems to be slipping while i am driving the car. Basically, at certain points (i think these are at gear shifts) the engine revs up and i get a big jerk in the car. This is very perceptible at the gear shift near a speed of 40-45 mph. *tr
ODI 10683585
Power Train
My transmission failed because i was told the torque converter should have been replaced by the manufacturer honda immediately after honda realized the 199 honda accord torque converters were faulty. I purchased my car new and was not told about the situation until the transmission failed due to the faulty torque converter. Honda did not set up a recall or notify 199 honda accord owners. They paid for the repairs…
ODI 10663945
Power Train
Drove car 70mph. The gear down shifted to 55. Can't get past 55. *tr
1 injury
ODI 10609753
Power Train
Driving at 65 mph, sudden downshift, causing speed to go from 65 to much much less. *tr
ODI 10608319
Power Train
Leaking transmission fluid, transmission slips and won't really engage at times. When i stop my car my it starts stutters and then it jerks while accelerating. My transmission pops in and out of gear. Check engine light is on. When i turn the corner my car basically stops. I have 2 codes on my vehicle p0740 the torque converter clutch solenoid valve is activated, with the gear in d4, by the transmission control…
ODI 10631906
Power Train · Suspension · Underbody Shields
The vehicle is unsafe to drive as the sub frame is rusted due to the air conditioner drain. Engine runs great but the design is flawed. *tr
ODI 10552766
Engine · Power Train · Suspension · Underbody Shields
Upon inspection, the right rear portion of the front sub frame is rusted and disintegrated to a point where the car is not considered safe to operate. The frame section has lost so much material that it flexes when downward pressure is applied to the hub assembly. The left side of the front frame is intact and fully functional showing no similar signs of rust. *tr
ODI 10551999
Electrical System · Power Train
I have serious issues with my honda accord. First, the transmission has failed. It began with it slipping in higher gears when hot and finally failed when it wouldn't shift out of low gear. This transmission is the same transmission that is in the 00-04 honda accords that were recalled. Honda refused to offer any type of owner assistance. My expense to repair: $1516.30 second issue: in 2002 the ignition switch was…
ODI 10524265
Power Train
I am the original owner of the vehicle and have followed all the recommended maintenance milestones at the same dealership since i purchased the vehicle. I was driving on highway and the transmission went out. This caused the vehicle to lose speed and i was almost rear ended by another vehicle. I called honda and they said that even with regular maintenance they will not stand behind the transmission after three…
ODI 10514479
Power Train
Transmission fail squills whines loud in reverse won't go in reverse sometime squills whines in park when started only way to hush it is to throw in drive then into neutral and pull the park brake. In drive it shifts hard going up in gears then when slowing down it down shifts hard like a manual transmission sometime hard enough to squill the tires . This is a big problem with 98-02 honda accord automatic…
ODI 10498555
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle would not engage in any gear. In addition, the front end of the vehicle would shake when the vehicle was started, but the vehicle could not be driven. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the transmission needed to be replaced. The failure and the current mileages were 89,000. Updated 11/27/12 *cn
ODI 10478643
Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR
ODI 10473613
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 honda accord. The contact was driving approximately 80 mph when his knee haphazardly struck the gear selector, causing the gear to shift from drive into neutral. The gear shifter lever control was not engaged during the time of the unintended failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact planned to notify the manufacturer of the malfunction. The approximate failure…
ODI 10443419
Power Train
My 17 year old daughter just bought a 1999 honda accord. After less than 24 hours she noticed the transmission slipping when going into 2nd gear. If you attempt to accelerate, the transmission causes the entire car to shake violently while not accelerating. This problem is known to honda for many years. There are thousands of instances of this same problem and literally hundreds documented online. How many people…
ODI 10428253
Power Train
The ignition key can be removed while the car is in drive. This has always been the case when the engine is turned off since i purchase the car 2 1/2 years ago. Several times i or another family member have returned to the car to find it in drive, but on level ground, so it did not roll more than a few inches at most. However, the potential to roll further and cause a crash is definitely there if one fails to use…
ODI 10544375
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
I bought this car new in 1999 while working as a salesman for a honda dealership.its always been well maintained as it is the only transportation i have.i no longer work at the dealership but my little boy needs a way to get to various activities as well as school.we depend on this machine and hondas reputation to get things done.around 76000 miles the transmission started to shift hard and not want to go into gear.…
ODI 10425873
Power Train
I have 91,000 miles on my honda accord lx 99 year model. I have maintained it very well with regular check ups and services. Transmission on my car behaves so erratic and its beyond my control. It suddenly stops in middle of drive and i am afraid of someone hitting me from behind because of this nature of my car. *tr
ODI 10353865