1994 Honda Accord vs 1996 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Honda Accord | 1996 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 369 | 472 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 73 | 72 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 119,200 mi | 106,602 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 84 | 96 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 109 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 58 | 74 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 40 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 29 |
| Power Train | 21 | 27 |
| Tires | 25 | 21 |
| Visibility | 18 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 16 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
1994 Honda Accord
1996 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.