2000 Honda Accord recalls and problems

The 2000 Honda Accord has 8 safety recalls and 1,183 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
8
Complaints
1,183
Crashes / fires
100 / 8
Injuries / deaths
73 / 2

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Honda Accord vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Honda Accord recalls

Recall 20V-026: Air Bags

Reported Jan 17, 2020 · 1,439,841 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.

Recall 20V-027: Air Bags

Reported Jan 17, 2020 · 875,966 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.

Recall 05V-025: Electrical System

Reported Jan 28, 2005 · 486,659 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the interlock operation of the ignition switch may not function properly, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park.

Risk: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

Fix: Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. Vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

Recall 04V-256: Interior Lighting

Reported Jun 7, 2004 · 19,572 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.

Risk: If this occurs, the instrument lights may fail and, at night, the driver may not be able to see the instrument panel gauges, such as the speedometer.

Fix: Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification began june 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 02V-080: Air Bags

Reported Mar 14, 2002 · 2,900 vehicles affected · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a component in the inflator of some passenger air bag modules was not welded properly.

Risk: As a result, the affected air bags may not deploy correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to a front seat passenger.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Owner notification began april 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

Recall 02V-051: Seat Belts

Reported Feb 8, 2002 · 16,459 vehicles affected · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Problem: Certain sedans and coupes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." certain rear seat belt buckles were improperly manufactured.

Risk: The rear seat belts will work properly and provide protection in a crash, but the owner may experience difficulty unfastening the belt after the crash.

Fix: In a previous recall (01v-380), only right and left buckles were inspected. The rear center buckle should also be inspected and corrected if necessary. This recall is being conducted only for the center buckle. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the seat belt assemblies that were imrpoperly manufactured. Only buckles that are marked (On the back side of the buckle) with an assembly number beginning with 00185, 00186, or 00187, will be replaced. Owners should contact their dealer for this replacement. Owner notification began march 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 01V-380: Seat Belts

Reported Dec 13, 2001 · 16,459 vehicles affected · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Problem: Vehicle description: certain sedans and coupes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." certain rear seat belt buckles were improperly manufactured.

Risk: The rear seat belts will work properly and provide protection in a crash, but the owner may experience difficulty unfastening the belt after the crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the seat belt assemblies that were improperly manufactured. Only buckles that are marked (On the back side of the buckle) with an assembly number beginning with 00185, 00186, or 00187, will be replaced. Owners should contact their dealer for this replacement. Owner notification began january 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 00V-184: Suspension

Reported Jul 14, 2000 · 19,540 vehicles affected · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear suspension lower arms and/or control arms could break due to improper welding.

Risk: Vehicle handling and control would be reduced.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension lower arms or control arms if necessary.

2000 Honda Accord problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags471
Power Train209
Electrical System177
Structure87
Engine and Engine Cooling70
Suspension65
Vehicle Speed Control64
Seat Belts57
Service Brakes, Hydraulic48
Seats36
Unknown or Other34
Steering25

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 130
  • Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 113
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 54
  • Structure › Body — 43
  • Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 32
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 22
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 21
  • Air Bags › Side/Window — 18

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 90,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Honda Accord complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Apr 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 away from the subframe to prevent safety issues.
Air Bags · at 129,000 miles · reported Dec 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 manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted regarding the failure. No further information was available. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Exterior Lighting · reported Sep 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 contact that the vehicle had to be taken to a body shop to have the film cleaned off the headlights. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN…
Unknown or Other · reported May 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.
Air Bags · reported Feb 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 have been recalled but these have not. My son still owns his 1999 Honda civic, too! Thank you for your time and dedication to safety.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Honda Accord have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2000 Honda Accord: 20V-026 (air bags), 20V-027 (air bags), 05V-025 (electrical system), 04V-256 (interior lighting), 02V-080 (air bags) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Honda Accord?

Owners report air bags problems most often (471 reports), followed by power train (209). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 90,800 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.