The jacks that Honda provide for its 2005 Honda is not safe the system is a knuckle busting experierience and the jack will not hold the vehicle. It takes a lot longer to move the damaged tire from the vehicle. Why is it not a law that all car manufacturers are required to use a full size spare and a floor style jack I work in the automotive field and I know how to use a jack. *ak
2005 Honda Accord equipment problems
severe 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $500 · see equipment across all vehicles →
Among the 7 model years of Honda Accord in our records for equipment problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA equipment complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 21 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Common questions
How serious is the equipment problem on the 2005 Honda Accord?
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $500.
At what mileage does the equipment typically fail?
Based on the 9 complaints filed, equipment issues most often appear around 71,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $500 for equipment repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to equipment?
No active recalls currently cover equipment issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.