1997 Honda Accord vs 1998 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 | 1997 Honda Accord | 1998 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 460 | 1,200 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 255 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 42 | 100 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–25 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 107,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 96 | 308 |
| Power Train | 33 | 276 |
| Air Bags | 113 | 79 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 48 | 134 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 67 |
| Suspension | 28 | 62 |
| Structure | 12 | 76 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 32 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 32 | 147 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 23 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 62 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 43 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 14 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 52 |
1997 Honda Accord
1998 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.