1. Honda Accord
  2. Problems
  3. 2002
  4. Structure

2002 Honda Accord Structure Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi2
150–400k mi1
30–60k mi1
1–30k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • November 13, 2013 · 104,000 miles

    Structure

    Problem with structure - vehicle making a knocking/crunching noise. Took it to honda dealership and was advised that the subframe on the front passenger side, below where the ac unit drains, is rusted through. The car was deemed unsafe and inoperable. To the extent that this was the result of a design defect - i.e., where the ac unit/draining is placed - the manufacturer should be made aware of it and perhaps recall…

    ODI 10552771

  • August 10, 2013 · 162,000 miles

    Power Train · Structure

    The subframe that supports the engine/transaxle and the front suspension is rusting through on the right side. This can result in a catastrophic failure during operation of the vehicle, and appears to be a very common defect in this generation of accords. Most mechanics attribute the cause of the defect to the location of the airconditioner drain tube that drips condensation onto the subframe while it is running. *tr

    ODI 10537030

  • May 22, 2013 · 145,000 miles

    Structure

    The clear coat on my honda accord is peeling off the car. The car has been well maintained. The paint is now greatly affecting my resale value and seems to be a common problem with honda paint. *tr

    ODI 10524905

  • March 1, 2013 · 36,000 miles

    Steering · Structure

    The middle of my steering wheel or where my airbag would deploy is sticky and the vinyl has lost its integrity. My center console under the dashboard has melted to the point i have had to cover it with felt because everything sticks to it. It's like tar. Approximately a year ago, i called honda and spoke to a representative who told me she never heard of such a problem, and that unfortunately i was not covered under…

    ODI 10621665

  • April 1, 2008

    Power Train · Structure

    I purchased this vehicle, a 2002 honda accord ex v-6, in 2008 with 45,000 miles. I began to notice hesitation when changing gears, and a hard jerk that would occur while first gear changes to second gear. I took it to the local honda dealership, and they could not find anything wrong with the vehicle. Six years later at 130,000 miles, my vehicle still does the same thing while driving. I have talked with other honda…

    ODI 10584108

  • Structure · Visibility

    Reflection of the dashboard is causing poor visibility during inclement weather, as well as at different lighting situations. *ak

    ODI 10038495

  • 3,000 miles

    Structure

    The dashboard reflected in the windshield, when driving in direct sunlight. Mr *ts *jb

    ODI 10015859

  • Structure

    When the consumer drove toward direct sunlight, the dash board reflected the sun light toward the windshield, which impaired consumer's visibility. *ph *jb

    ODI 10011639