1997 Honda Accord Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 113about this part
- Share
- 25%of 460 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 113 complaints about the air bags of the 1997 Honda Accord, 25% of the 460 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,500 miles. 15 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The srs light illuminated indicating an airbag problem with my Honda Accord at approx. 130,000 miles. The dealer charged me $90 for a diagnostic test with a 8-5 internal failure code. Dealer wants to replace srs unit at a cost to me of $1100. I believe this is a safety issue that should be covered by the Honda corporation as a recall as they have courageously done for the Honda civic.”
NHTSA complaint #10523359, filed 2013-07, 130,000 miles“The srs light came on suddenly while driving. Took to dealer and they are charging a lot to repair it. I have not done the repair . How come air bag related srs light can come while just driving and why do I need to pay for it ? It should be covered by manufacturer”
NHTSA complaint #10750414, filed 2015-08, 150,000 miles“I was driving home from work and my srs light came on and has not went off. I have not hit anything and I was just driving on the interstate when it just came on.”
NHTSA complaint #11051464, filed 2017-11, 25 miles“The srs (airbags) light has been on for over 2 years. It indicates the airbags are malfunction. Initially, I attempted to re-set the light twice, but it came back shortly after resetting. After searching through internet and NHTSA website here, I realize that this is a widespread problem with 1997 Honda Accord model. Since this is a serious safety issue and is not drivers fault, Honda should hold the responsibility and issue a recall to repair it.”
NHTSA complaint #10318963, filed 2010-03, 78,000 miles“The complaint is regarding the srs module. The unit malfunctioned, giving a red dashboard alarm light. The local Honda dealer attempted to reset the trouble light, but couldn't. The dealer indicated the part number on my service invoice as Honda part # 06772-sv4-a71 for a 1997 Honda Accord. I queried several salvage yards for a used part as the oem part was in excess of $500. …”
NHTSA complaint #10075387, filed 2004-06, 75,141 milesAir bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 2% |
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 | 15 | 6% |
| 2020 | 36 | 10% |
| 2019 | 32 | 5% |
| 2018 | 60 | 3% |
| 2017 | 23 | 4% |
| 2016 | 16 | 3% |
| 2015 | 23 | 4% |
| 2014 | 37 | 4% |
| 2013 | 51 | 4% |
| 2012 | 56 | 15% |
| 2011 | 115 | 39% |
| 2010 | 134 | 23% |
| 2009 | 144 | 20% |
| 2008 | 379 | 25% |
| 2007 | 160 | 31% |
| 2006 | 130 | 30% |
| 2005 | 209 | 32% |
| 2004 | 251 | 25% |
| 2003 | 318 | 16% |
| 2002 | 273 | 26% |
| 2001 | 407 | 44% |
| 2000 | 454 | 38% |
| 1999 | 74 | 7% |
| 1998 | 79 | 7% |
| 1997 | 113 | 25% |
| 1996 | 109 | 23% |
| 1995 | 211 | 39% |
| 1994 | 46 | 12% |
| 1993 | 34 | 18% |
| 1992 | 34 | 17% |
| 1991 | 6 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1997 Honda Accord
96 complaintsEngine cooling
48 complaintsVehicle speed control
38 complaintsBrakes
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
33 complaintsSuspension
28 complaintsSeat belts
23 complaintsEquipment
16 complaintsTires
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology