2001 HONDA ACCORD Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Honda Accord. This model year has 941 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
Before you buy — check the actual VIN
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about the specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls.
Worst 2001 Honda Accord Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Considering a 2001 Honda Accord?
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Honda Accord. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 412 | 98 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 215 | 6 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 79 | 4 | 2 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 58 | 30 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 50 | 14 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 47 | 6 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 45 | 5 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 43 | 11 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 36 | 3 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 33 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 26 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | 9 | 1 | — | |
| Equipment | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 16 | 4 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Other | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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 2001 Honda Accord. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 941 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
UNKNOWN
The contact owns a 2001 Honda Accord. The contact purchased the vehicle and was provided a copy of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V182000 (AIR BAGS) by the original owner of the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Th…
Dealer has falsely stated that past airbag recall work was completed. The timeframe they gave of completion is incorrect. We owned the car during the timeframe they said the repairs were done, but they were not done. We had a mechanic from Honda call use around the stated time (y…
the engibe over heats above 230 the car has for the 4th time broke down on major highway endangering the kids and in insecure area of the road where you can get murdered the dealer says this is normal defect of the coolant system i don't think buying a 2024 with known defects n…
The SRS light comes on and once cleared/reset it will typically return after 2-4 trips. it was confirmed when the car when air bags were checked for recalls. This first appeared in 2018 with airbag recalls. It became a recurring issue in 2021 when after each reset it would return…
Vehicle 2001 honda accord lx . Approx. 152000 miles transmission shifting down to first when let off of accell Pedal. Causing the vehicle to skid and veer right then left on freeway at 65mph to about 24mph . No crash. But nearly. Luckily light traffic. Check engine light . Blinki…
The airbags did not deploy during a side impact accident. A state state trooper investigated the accident.
The contact owns a 2001 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after the vehicle was inspected, he was informed by the technician that the vehicle had failed due to the subframe had rusted and was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the…
The automatic transmission is failing. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. It is slipping and sometimes will accelerate extremely slow. Will also jolt forward aggressively at times. Making it dangerous and a safety issue. The transmission can go out soon and make the…
I was driving down the road at about 45mph and the passenger side seat airbag deployed scared me causing me to pull steri g wheel just a little hitting a curb and causing my tire to blow out and destroy the fender well and pull the trim on door panel off along with cracking my fr…
Recalled airbags
NHTSA said owners of certain Honda Accords should not be driven since airbags could explode and be fatal to the driver. We are not allowed to drive them until it is fixed.
The contact owns a 2001 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a delay while shifting gears. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the trans…
side air bag light comes on and off randomly when driving no more than 25 mph and lights get brighter when i press the gas but doesn't move immediately.
Hit a tree backwards at 60mph caved in driver side quarter blew dash out ripped suspension out ripped gas tank out destroyed radiator, core support, no air bags or side airbags went off
The airbags failed to provide me protection during an accident on a highway. 1. Airbag was size of steering wheel, both popped upon deploying, didn't protect me from hitting and shattering windshield with my head, seatbelt help me from flying thru windshield , without protection…
I’m contacting you regarding Honda company mishandling of their airbag safety recall, I own a 2001 Honda accord EX 3.0 and just recently I have learned about the Honda recall for my car.
I am able to turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key without putting the vehicle in park. While this has not resulted in an accident YET, the car did roll down my driveway once. Someone could die as a result of this problem. I believe the issue is with the igniti…
Hello i recently bought a 2001 honda accord and was not made aware that this year make and model have had such problems that a recall was made. I wax not made aware of the grave problem this year car faced and am not recieving the help i need from honda. This issue puts myself an…
Have had the car in the shop multiple times in the last year attempting to solve a consistent radial pull. This has become a safety issue as the car is now being used by a 21 year old granddaughter. Discount Tire has consistently refused to help. The latest alignment was cond…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2001 Honda Accord.
Recalls for 2001 Honda Accord
19 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2001 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.
2001 Honda Accord — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Honda Accord reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2001 Honda Accord has 941 NHTSA owner complaints, 145 crash-related, and 19 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (412 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Honda Accord?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (412 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (215 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (79 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Honda Accord?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2001 Honda Accord?▾
The 2001 Honda Accord has 145 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 941 total NHTSA complaints. 121 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2001 Honda Accord have any recalls?▾
Yes — 19 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2001 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 2001 Honda Accord?▾
The 2001 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.
Check Your Specific 2001 Honda Accord
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud. Full report just $4.99.