1994 Honda Accord Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 5%of 369 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Honda Accord, 5% of the 369 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The windshield does not clear with defrost on. It foggs up so bad you can not see to drive. Very dangerous. We bought this car used several months ago for my 16 yr old to drive to school. Now with the weather change I see it is now is not safe.”
NHTSA complaint #10821620, filed 2016-01, 30 miles“I bought this car used - and the power door locks were not functioning (didn't lock). I brought it in for repair and the motor was replaced. There is on and off a locking sound - like the door is trying to lock itself. Just brought it in today and they mechanic thinks it's the relay this will be another 200 (parts and labor)”
NHTSA complaint #10069839, filed 2004-01, 52,000 miles“While driving consumer noticed that fluid was leaking from the dashboard. Consumer sustained major injuries, and was transported to the hospital. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the heater core blew out. While driving the heater core burst and steam filled the cabin of the vehicle. The driver was able to pull off the road and into a service station. The hot antifreeze from the core leaked onto the passenger's foot burning it. The passenger was transported by ambulance to a hospital.”
NHTSA complaint #10081766, filed 2004-08, 126,102 miles“Starter failed once, and it made strange sound and failed to start first time and then after couple of times it started. This happened three times before the starter died. I got it replace from dealer with original part. After an year or so looks to be I am in trouble again with the same problem. Also front right power window rattles and dealer mentioned it needs regulator ($330). Numerous times the overhead light in the car fails. I am not sure is there any major problems with the electric system in the car itself or I am unlucky to have all.”
NHTSA complaint #713583, filed 1999-10“Driver's side power window malfunctioned causing the window to fall inside the door panel. The manufacturer has not been notofied. Please give any furtheer details.”
NHTSA complaint #836431, filed 1999-04Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 5 | 2% |
| 2021 | 5 | 2% |
| 2020 | 5 | 1% |
| 2019 | 12 | 2% |
| 2018 | 34 | 2% |
| 2017 | 14 | 3% |
| 2016 | 31 | 5% |
| 2015 | 12 | 2% |
| 2014 | 23 | 2% |
| 2013 | 37 | 3% |
| 2012 | 15 | 4% |
| 2011 | 8 | 3% |
| 2010 | 16 | 3% |
| 2009 | 16 | 2% |
| 2008 | 26 | 2% |
| 2007 | 15 | 3% |
| 2006 | 20 | 5% |
| 2005 | 22 | 3% |
| 2004 | 47 | 5% |
| 2003 | 75 | 4% |
| 2002 | 7 | 1% |
| 2001 | 14 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 1% |
| 1999 | 17 | 2% |
| 1998 | 27 | 2% |
| 1997 | 13 | 3% |
| 1996 | 22 | 5% |
| 1995 | 20 | 4% |
| 1994 | 19 | 5% |
| 1993 | 5 | 3% |
| 1992 | 9 | 4% |
| 1991 | 5 | 2% |
| 1990 | 9 | 5% |
| 1989 | 5 | 6% |
| 1988 | 1 | 1% |
| 1987 | 2 | 2% |
| 1985 | 2 | 15% |
Other parts of the 1994 Honda Accord
84 complaintsBrakes
68 complaintsAir bags
46 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsTires
25 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Honda Accord
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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