2009 Honda Accord Exterior Lighting Problems
- 20
- 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 20 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- other drivers · 7 records
- every seconds · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Missing some of the dashboard lights on the 2009 honda accord; mainly radio, climate and shifter button displays; rest of the dashboard lights work and still have functionality
ODI 11051103
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
My driver side (left) courtesy light will not automatically turn on when the door(s) open nor when the remote is used to unlock the car. Yes the switch is set to door mode. Yes the light works when manually pushed. Yes all other lights come on when the door(s) open. The bulb is fine, the fuse is fine, and the door-light switch is fine. I find this to be a safety issue, not particularly regarding driving, but for my…
ODI 10701535
Exterior Lighting
I've had numerous incidents which can be considered close calls with honda accords in recent months. Besides being blinded by the high beam drls (both from the front and the rear), i have had trouble seeing usage of the honda's turn signals. This is due to the high light density of the drl next to the small turn signals. I highly recommend that these drl be eliminated. Thank you. *tr
ODI 10373300
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 honda accord. While in a stopped position, the contact noticed that the right passenger side head light had started to smoke then it caught fire. The fire department was notified and they extinguished the fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The insurance company contacted the dealer and the contact was awaiting an investigation. The current and failure mileages were approximately 25,000. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10383963
Exterior Lighting
Extreme overintensity of brake lights on late model honda accord sedans (through my2009) and toyota camry cars (through 2010). These led lights cause severe eye discomfort to motorists behind these cars, especially at night. *tr
ODI 10298777
Exterior Lighting
Headlights flicker at any given time, at idle, or when driving at any speed. Not just once, but has happened six or seven times in succession on the highway. Honda is aware of the problem but according to the dealership, they say it's "normal". *tr
ODI 10290171
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
A 2009 honda accord headlight flicker when ac or heather fan turns on. *tr
ODI 10308065
Exterior Lighting
I have notice that while i am driving at night, my 2009 honda accord's headlights will dim. Sometimes so low that if makes it hard to see. At this time i can't correlate it to the air conditioning, heater or anything else. The lights just dim down randomly and have increased in frequency over the past few months. We purchase the car in august of 2009 and it has done this from day 1. The honda service department…
ODI 10348521
Exterior Lighting
Bought a new 2009 honda accord lxp my head lights flicker on and off every 30 to 60 seconds when driving at night with the ac on. This is a problem because other drivers think that you are flashing your lights at them. Other drivers might think that i am driving aggressively and this can result in aggressive response from other drivers this is a very big security risk. *tr
ODI 10279921
Exterior Lighting
Flickering headlights on 2009 honda accord - this happens at somewhat regular intervals, extremely annoying and has an impact on the driver's ability to focus (since i am always waiting for the next flicker). *tr
ODI 10273290
Exterior Lighting
2009 honda accord lx-p sedan. The headlights flicker every 30 seconds while a/c or defroster is on. This is at all times, whether sitting or at 60mph on highway. *tr
ODI 10273734
Exterior Lighting
When vehicle air conditioning is on, headlights and other lighting dim noticeably. Headlights are the most worrisome as diminished lighting can make night driving hazardous. On-coming vehicles have "flashed" their lights in response to this "flicker". Honda states this a normal attribute of this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10272480
Exterior Lighting
Headlights on honda accord - 2009 ex coupe - dim (flicker) when a/c cycles on/off. I looks like one is flashing their lights at other drivers. *tr
ODI 10278962
Exterior Lighting
Bought a new 2009 honda accord lx my head lights flicker on and off every 20 seconds when driving at night with the ac on. This is a problem because other drivers think that you are flashing your lights at them. *tr
ODI 10260334
Exterior Lighting
I would like to file a complaint about a 2009 honda accord headlight dimming issue approx every 20-30 seconds with the ac turned on. It appears as if i am flashing my headlights at vehicles in front of me. *tr
ODI 10256040
Exterior Lighting
2009 honda accord ex, 4 cyl - headlights dim when a/c on, appears to be flashing on coming vehicles, on-coming vehicle distraction and driver eye strain. Honda indicates this is normal, it is not. *tr
ODI 10258644
Exterior Lighting
2009 honda accord ex 4 cylinder- my cars cabin and headlights dim ever 20 seconds. This is not only annoying, but it is dangerous as well. The lights go really dim then slowly come back on. Other drivers think i am flashing at them, and my visibility lessens each time it dims. *tr
ODI 10254500
Exterior Lighting
Headlights on my 2009 honda accord blink intermittently at night. *tr
ODI 10360621
Exterior Lighting
Headlights on brand new 2009 lx-p 4 cylinder honda accord flicker momentarily about every 15 seconds when the air conditioner is on. This is dangerous because it is distracting to the driver and also because it could be interpreted as aggressive driving by other drivers. Honda is aware of the issue but refuses to fix the problem because they say it is "normal". Flickering headlights are not normal...they are…
ODI 10246777
Exterior Lighting · Unknown Or Other
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 (na) honda accord. When the air conditioner is activated, the headlights move up and down intermittently. The lights also dim and flicker without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that all the 2009 accords performed in that manner. The failure mileage was 827. Updated 10/16/08. *lj updated 10/17/08. *jb
ODI 10243357
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