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2002 Honda Accord Air Bags Problems

195
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 195 stored complaint records:

  • 55 indicate a crash
  • 38 indicate injury
  • 1 indicate fire
  • 1 indicate a death

What owners report

  • takata recall · 25 records
  • failure mileage · 21 records
  • passenger side · 13 records
  • police report · 13 records
  • report filed · 13 records
  • approximate failure · 11 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
150–400k mi30
60–100k mi30
100–150k mi30
30–60k mi24
1–30k mi15

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • September 12, 2010 · 160,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that after receiving a recall in regards to nhtsa campaign id number 10v041000 (air bags), she contacted the dealer and tried to schedule an appointment but the dealer advised that the part needed for repairs was not available. The contact had been attempting to secure an appointment since september 2010 to no avail. The manufacturer was contacted and they…

    ODI 10402541

  • September 1, 2010 · 98,000 miles

    Air Bags

    2002 honda civic and 2002 honda accord srs light on both vehicles for no apparent reason i see that it is a common issue with no resolution as yet from manufacturer air bags will not deploy when light is on and this is a significant safety issue. These cars are being used by teen drivers. *tr

    ODI 10358989

  • August 27, 2010 · 98,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. After starting the vehicle the contact noticed that the check engine light appeared on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the air bag inflator was repaired; however, the contact continued to experience the failures. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were 98000.

    ODI 10352731

  • August 8, 2010 · 203,850 miles

    Air Bags

    My 'srs" dashboard light came on for no reason on my 2002 honda accord lx. The light stays on. Per a honda web forum, the problem is either the air bags will not deploy or a defective air bag sensor. There are many complaints about this. This is a safety factor. I think there should be a recall on this. *tr

    ODI 10348238

  • July 3, 2010 · 47,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. After starting the vehicle the contact noticed that the srs light appeared on the dashboard. The vehicle was not diagnosed and there were no prior warnings. The failure mileage was 47000 and the current mileage was 49000. Updated 12/15/10. *lb updated 12/27/10

    ODI 10353339

  • March 1, 2010

    Air Bags

    I have a 2002 honda accord. I received a letter from honda more than one month (04/13/2010) back saying that there is a safety recall on the drivers airbag inflater. The notice said that i have to contact my local dealer and they will fix for free. I contacted the local dealer (team honda, baton rouge) the same day the letter was received. They said they will order the part and once they get it they will let me know…

    ODI 10333958

  • February 22, 2010 · 135,575 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated that the front driver's air bag was protruding from the steering wheel and he could see through the opening of the air bag compartment. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed that he would be responsible for repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,575 and the current mileage was 150,000.

    ODI 10351309

  • February 16, 2010 · 168,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact stated after having nhtsa recall campaign number 10v041000 (air bags) repair performed on the vehicle that the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle could not be repaired. The failure mileage was 168,000.

    ODI 10423930

  • January 23, 2010 · 62,000 miles

    Air Bags · Seat Belts

    My 2002 honda accord v6 coupe has a problem with the safety restraint system. I brought it to dealer, and i was told that it was a seat belt buckle switch failure, and it would cost $200+ to fix, even though the owners manual states that all seat belt problems have a lifetime warranty. I refused to pay to have it fixed, and they sent me away, informing me that the srs system is shut down. This is a big safety…

    ODI 10312723

  • December 6, 2009

    Air Bags

    Srs indicator keeps coming on. Had it repaired twice and it keeps coming back on. I do not remember the dates of repair. Not sure if the airbags will work or if they are defective in some way, since i could not afford to keep taking the car back in. *tr

    ODI 10662595

  • September 15, 2009 · 45,700 miles

    Air Bags

    My 2002 honda accord had a failed srs unit which honda repaired but issued me a bill stating it was not covered under the extended warranty. Stating a fail code of 15-3 (opds sensor) that is clearly covered under the 06-009 honda service bulletin. It cost me $85 for them to clear the code, stating that the cause was electrical interference like a cell phone or laptop. It is an important safety issue because if at…

    ODI 10286333

  • September 5, 2009 · 11,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) honda has recalled many 2002 accords for airbag problems. I have a 2002 accord. About six months ago, the air bag light came on and has remained on since then. Honda has told me my vehicle, [xxx] is not part of the airbag recall. I believe it should be part of the recall. *tr

    ODI 10315818

  • August 28, 2009

    Air Bags

    My airbag has never been deployed, but i received a letter regarding the safety recall of airbags in my make and model of car. The indicator light on the dash will not go off, and i am unsure of whether or not the airbags are effective. *tr

    ODI 10430749

  • August 6, 2009 · 23,336 miles

    Air Bags · Frontal

    My experience very similar to complaint #10311376. The srs warning light came on and stayed on this 2002 american mfg. Accord with only 23,336 miles. I inquired whether the "recall" or extended warranty applied, and the service department told me it did not apply because the faulty part was a sensor in the seat belt latch, not in the module for the opds. Replacement will cost about $200. A part #04813-s84 - a33zc,…

    ODI 10279607

  • July 27, 2009 · 120,000 miles

    Air Bags

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. The contact received a recall notice for recall 10v041000 (air bags). When driving at approximately 30 mph, the vehicle rear ended another vehicle and the front driver air bag exploded. The contact was injured as a result and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership. The vehicle was totaled. The current and failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10324037

  • July 18, 2009 · 80,600 miles

    Air Bags

    Srs light stays on ,honda service told me air bag failure do to defective buckle switch which is not covered under warranty.(lifetime warranty on seat belts does not apply to buckle). 2002 honda accord. *tr

    ODI 10278191

  • July 1, 2009 · 110,000 miles

    Air Bags · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Interior Lighting

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda accord coupe. While driving approximately 30-35 mph, the dashboard lights failed. The contact stated the speedometer and radio were still operating as normal however; there was no illumination of the lights. When driving at night, the contact was unable to determine at what speed he was traveling. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The…

    ODI 10334384

  • January 16, 2009

    Air Bags · Body · Wheels

    I was traveling home in the far north bound lane going 40 mph and was hit head on by a dodge durango traveling south bound in the far right lane. ([redacted] with a center.) i was driving and the airbag exploded as the durango cut off another car and hit head onto me. The airbag explosion produced a burning smell which i thought the car was on fire but it was the airbag explosion. My face was very red and swollen…

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10650290

  • August 14, 2008 · 70,000 miles

    Air Bags

    This became a problem about 1 month after driving it off of the used car lot approximately 04/2005. The srs indicator light is always on on the dashboard. This is not general wear and tear on the vehicle as i've never been in an accident and have never done anything to damage the airbags. I"ve attempted to call honda regarding this issue but they maintain it is not covered under warranty and they tried to…

    ODI 10238166

  • August 5, 2008

    Air Bags

    The srs light has come on my 2002 v6 honda accord ex and based on dealerships that i have taken the vehicle to claims that is it a seatbelt issue that is not covered... Other forums that i have been to that have people that have similar problems or airbags not deploying properly and was linked to the srs light. The srs system is for the airbag system but dealerships are only asking for money for getting the car…

    ODI 10237085

  • August 1, 2008 · 42,000 miles

    Air Bags

    The srs light has been staying on continuously on my 2002 honda accord. I was wondering if there was recall for this that i have not been notified about? *tr

    ODI 10243278

  • July 10, 2008 · 92,000 miles

    Air Bags

    The srs light on my dash board is on and won't go off. After some research i understand that this is a common problem in honda accords. The srs light indicates that there is a problem with the seat belt or airbags. As far as i'm concerned both are very necessary in providing to all occupants in the vehicle. *tr

    ODI 10233769

  • March 12, 2008 · 75,000 miles

    Air Bags · Seat Belts

    Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda accord. While driving at speeds of 5 mph and abruptly depressing the brake pedal, the seat belt failed to engage and lock the contact into position. The srs air bag warning light also illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer replaced the seatbelts at the owners expense. They were unable to determine the failure in the air bags and advised that they would have to manually…

    ODI 10320534

  • March 11, 2008

    Air Bags

    Was going home after a interview and got t-boned. Both airbags deployed and the driver side airbag with excessive force. Had to go to the emergency room because my arm had a huge knot on it and looked broke. Doctor said it wasn't broke but was bruised to the bone. Had to take theraphy for several months.

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10745189

  • January 1, 2008 · 75,000 miles

    Air Bags

    The srs airbag light is on my 2002 honda accord ex. My best friend has the same car and his is on also after 75k. Apparently this problem is in just every accord 98-02 and its not covered under the warranty because it is an electrical problem. It can cost from 400 to 1000 dollars to fix. This is crazy! They should recall these vehicles because clearly....if everyone i know with an accord has the same problem then…

    ODI 10231307