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ProblemsByVinFile / 2005-HONDA-ACCORDNHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2005 · Honda
Honda Accord problems
686 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. 5 active recall campaigns on file.
Reliability score
5.8 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
5
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2005 Accord?
Avoid — the brakes
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the brakes was repaired or replaced.
3 fatality reports and 6 crash-related complaints on the brakes
Powertrain: 103 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 52,300–100,000 mi
Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2005 Accord· powertrain
Put car on parked car kept moving on parking stall . Also when turning car on push breaks and put on drive jumps hard and when pushing on breaks does not break on time have to push breaks to the floor
When I turn on my car it's like some is pressing the gas on its own and it's harder to break also when I'm on idle. But when let go of the break the car launches in front as if I was pressing the gas wen I'm only letting go of the gas pedal.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Honda accord. The contact stated that the high pressure power steering hose fractured without warning and there was an internal leak failure. The contact was able to take the vehicle to a store to refill the power steering fluid. The vehicle was taken…
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On certain sedans, a tear in the fabric of the driver's front air bag occurred after apparent contact with the inside surface of the air bag cover during deployment
A torn air bag may not offer the same level of protection, in the event of a crash, thereby increasing the risk of injury to the driver.
Fix: Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on november 30, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Certain eagle eyes and sonar headlights and corner lights sold as aftermarket for use on 1988-2005 Honda civic, 1990-2005 Honda accord, and 1990-2001 Acura integra passenger vehicles listed above
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Fix: Tom motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the purchase of noncompliant lights. The recall began april 17, 2006. Owners may contact tom motorsport at 626-968-4007.
Certain alfaotto combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Fix: Alfaotto will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began on may 10, 2006. Owners may contact alfaotto at 626-656-2992 or visit their website at www.alfaotto.com.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.8 out of 10 based on 686 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Honda Accord has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2005 Honda Accord?
On the NHTSA data, the 2005 Honda Accord is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the brakes was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 3 fatality reports and 6 crash-related complaints on the brakes; Powertrain: 103 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 52,300–100,000 mi; Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2005 Honda Accord?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 203 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 96,564 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 61,396 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Honda Accord has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Honda Accord?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 686 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Honda/Accord.
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