Severe Issues

2000 HONDA ACCORD Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Honda Accord. This model year has 1,215 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.

1,215
Complaints
101
Crashes
8
Fires
75
Injuries
2
Deaths
21
Recalls

Model-Year Complaints

1,215 owner reports

Recall Campaigns

21 NHTSA campaigns

Top Failure Area

Airbag Malfunctions

Worst 2000 Honda Accord Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
459
complaints

Airbag Malfunctions

Crash-related:48
Fires:1
Injuries:45
#2
203
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Crash-related:9
Injuries:4
#3
173
complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:9
Fires:5
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AI Interpretation — 2000 Honda Accord

Low Confidence
AI interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on NHTSA data for the 2000 Honda Accord, complaints are heavily concentrated in airbag malfunctions, which account for a large portion of the total. Transmission and electrical issues also appear frequently. The data suggests potential concerns with safety systems and drivetrain reliability, though the low confidence level means these patterns should be interpreted cautiously.

📊 Key Findings
  • Airbag Malfunctions represent the most reported component, with 459 complaints.
  • Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the second most common, with 203 complaints.
  • Crash-related complaints total 101, indicating some safety incidents were reported.
⚠️ Top Concerns
  • Airbag Malfunctions: 459 complaints, suggesting a recurring theme with the airbag system.
  • Transmission / Drivetrain: 203 complaints, indicating potential reliability issues.
  • Electrical Faults: 173 complaints, pointing to possible electrical system problems.
✅ Before You Buy — Checklist
  • Inspect the airbag system for any warning lights or previous repairs.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for transmission and electrical repairs.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on airbags, transmission, and electrical systems.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. Confidence level is Low, meaning the data may not be representative of all vehicles. Only one model year is included, limiting the ability to identify trends across years.

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Honda Accord. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Airbag Malfunctions459481
Transmission / Drivetrain2039
Electrical Faults17395
Structural Problems845
Engine Problems772
Suspension Failures654
Unintended Acceleration6425
Seat Belt Issues563
Brake System5514
Hydraulic459
Seat-Related Issues374
Uncategorized Issues3452
Fuel System27
Steering Defects253
Headlight/Taillight Failures22
Interior Lighting221
Gasoline21
Tire Issues171
Visibility171
Equipment16
Door Lock Issues11
Fuel/Propulsion System61
Other6
Wheel Issues5
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2
Visibility/Wiper2
Child Seat21
Air21
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility1
Electric1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2000 Honda Accord. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 400 most recent complaints of 1,215 total. View all on NHTSA ↗

Structural ProblemsApr 7, 2026

On this Car the AC drain hose causes unnecessary expedited rust of the subframe as it drips on the subframe where the steering rack and pinion are. this causes that part of the subframe to rust abnormally faster than normal due to the water. The hose whould have been redirected a…

Airbag MalfunctionsDec 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2000 Honda Accord. The contact stated that immediately after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the SRS warning light was illuminated and remained illuminated while operating the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufact…

Seat Belt IssuesDec 21, 2024

My Honda dealership has the necessary seat belt part back ordered for months on end.

Headlight/Taillight FailuresSep 23, 2024

The contact owns a 2000 Honda Accord. The contact stated that there was film covering the inside of the headlights, causing the lights to fail to illuminate properly. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer who confirmed that it was a known failure. The dealer informed the conta…

Uncategorized IssuesMay 26, 2024

Ignition Key can be removed from the ignition with the transmission in gear allowing the car to roll. This has happened multiple times. I took it to h dealer and the wouldn’t fix it because they couldn’t find a recall notice on it.

Airbag MalfunctionsFeb 1, 2024

With all the airbag recalls, is the reason they have not recalled them on my 2000 Honda Accord and my 1996 BMW 328ic because there are so few still on the road and should a death or injury occur, it’s only one so not worth recalling them? I find it hard that cars not quite as old…

Electrical FaultsJan 17, 2024

Hello, The ignition switch in my vehicle has never worked right. I took the vehicle to a Honda dealership for a airbag recall and was told them about the ignition switch problem and recall. They said they would not do the recall and wanted me to call Honda. I called Honda and wa…

Transmission / DrivetrainJan 13, 2024

On this vehicle, it is common knowledge that the V6 models have an issue related to the transmission (referred to as the automatic transaxle by Honda) where the system was not reworked to account for the extra torque put out by the more powerful V6 engine causing it to strip and …

Steering DefectsMar 4, 2023

Samething wrong Witherspoon the direction an brake lamp light. My car can not pass smog check.

Steering Defects💥 CrashFeb 3, 2023

Rack and pinion came loose twice from Honda replace once within one month rack and pinion came loose again as I was driving car could have cause fatality

Tire IssuesDec 14, 2022

I rotated the tires looked at the tread and noticed all 4 tires had cracks along the tread in all directions. The cracked tread make the tires unsafe for road use. I emailed the company but did not receive a reply to my message. At this time the tires loose about 10-15 PSI of air…

Airbag MalfunctionsJul 25, 2022

Dealer has not completed the required repairs for open recall. Arrived at dealership (Boardwalk Honda, 609-428-4499) on 10-14-20 and was told part was not ready, and that I would be notified when it was. I have not been notified, and the dealership has not been responsive

Steering Defects💥 CrashJul 19, 2022

Passenger side subframe rusted out near steering/suspension components causing my sone to lose control of vehicle and crash. This is a well know defect of this vehicle.

Suspension FailuresJun 28, 2022

The engine cradle is rooting out from the AC unit is draining on it and it about to brake because of the way Honda did it I hope the recall is made on it

Suspension FailuresJun 17, 2022

My 2000 Honda Accord EX V6 has a few issues: 1. Front/rear struts, sway bar bushings, and sway bar links. This has caused my car to fail safety tests for the last 5 years. I have received an itemized estimate for these issues from a mechanic. 2. Electrical. The front instrument p…

Structural ProblemsMay 24, 2022

Subframe on passenger side is rusted through creating a safety hazard. I was unaware of this issue on 1999-2002 Honda Accords but when researching for the cause of a noise coming from the front end found plenty of articles but no corrective action from Honda.

Seat Belt IssuesApr 20, 2022

The seatbelt SRS system light was previously identified as defective by American Honda. When my notification light came on I immediately took vehicle to Honda Dealership for repair. I have been forced to do so multiple time during my vehicle ownership. Currently the SRS light has…

Transmission / DrivetrainFeb 26, 2022

I had this car for a few weeks with 120K miles on it and the transmission died on me while driving and almost got hit with a big rig. Lucky the big rig has enough distance to slam that break. This car needs attention and recall with the transmission. Been reading a lot of faulty…

Airbag Malfunctions💥 CrashFeb 1, 2022

The contact owned a 2000 Honda Accord Sedan. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph on an offramp and merging with regular traffic his vehicle was struck on the rear passenger door and rear tire by another vehicle in a T-bone manner. The contact stated that his veh…

Airbag MalfunctionsJan 22, 2022

I received a letter about the airbag recall for my 2000 Honda Accord EX back in year 2020, so I call the dealer in Sanford to make an appointment. They tell me I have to take my car in first, then they will inspect it and order the part (AutoNation Honda Sanford 407-323-6100). I …

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2000 Honda Accord.

Recalls for 2000 Honda Accord

21 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2000 Honda Accord. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

20V02600017/01/2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

20V02700017/01/2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

08E050000Nov 8, 2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

06E06000029/06/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

06E038000Aug 5, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

09E012000Jul 4, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

06E04000015/05/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

06E02300013/03/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

09E025000Nov 5, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

06E06400017/07/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

02V08000014/03/2002
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

06E04900024/05/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

06E02600023/03/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

06E02500021/03/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

06E03200018/04/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

05V02500028/01/2005
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

00V18400014/07/2000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

06E04400022/05/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

04V256000Jul 6, 2004
INTERIOR LIGHTING

01V38000013/12/2001
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

02V051000Aug 2, 2002
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

2000 Honda Accord — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2000 Honda Accord reliable?

Severe Issues. The 2000 Honda Accord has 1,215 NHTSA owner complaints, 101 crash-related, and 21 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (459 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Honda Accord?

#1: Airbag Malfunctions (459 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (203 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (173 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Honda Accord?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2000 Honda Accord?

The 2000 Honda Accord has 101 crash-related complaints and 8 fire reports out of 1,215 total NHTSA complaints. 75 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2000 Honda Accord have any recalls?

Yes — 21 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2000 Honda Accord. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2000 Honda Accord?

The 2000 Honda Accord has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Honda Accord reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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