I'VE HAD NUMEROUS INCIDENTS WHICH CAN BE CONSIDERED CLOSE CALLS WITH HONDA ACCORDS IN RECENT MONTHS. BESIDES BEING BLINDED BY THE HIGH BEAM DRLS (BOTH FROM THE FRONT AND THE REAR), I HAVE HAD TROUBLE SEEING USAGE OF THE HONDA'S TURN SIGNALS. THIS IS DUE TO THE HIGH LIGHT DENSITY OF THE DRL NEXT TO THE SMALL TURN SIGNALS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT THESE DRL BE ELIMINATED. THANK YOU. *TR
2009 Honda Accord lighting problems
severe 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $250
Complaints
19
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$250
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER SIDE TURN SIGNAL LEVER FAILED TO REMAIN IN POSITION. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS BURNING OIL EXCESSIVELY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (MCGRATH CITY HONDA, 6720 W GRAND AVE CHICAGO IL, 60707) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR RE…
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2009 Honda Accord?
It's a meaningful issue. 19 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $250.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting 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 lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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