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1998 Honda Accord repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (3%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 144 repairs.
1998 Honda Accord electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (4%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (48%)
Chart based on 27 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 Honda Accord
Engine not specified
| 232000 mi US $280 |
Starter went out. Towed to shop then replaced the starter |
| 199000 mi | Needed new A/C. |
| 138000 mi US $245 |
the air flow for the vents would not work. the part where the air is selected to go to the bottom feet, front and back window defroster would not work. the cause was the blend door actuator. I went to all sorts of junk yards. no honda!!! |
| 103000 mi US $450 |
replaced alternator and battery |
| 169500 mi US $400 |
Power windows didn't work on driver and passenger doors. Had to replace motors. |
| 76000 mi US $65 |
Replaced headlight. |
| 260000 mi | Engine temperature gauge was not working. Had to reflow solder on speedometer circuit board near light bulb. Solder was visibly cracked. |
1998 Honda Accord 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 160000 mi US $400 |
Starter motor failed |
| 94000 mi | Srs light came on. Dealer stated possible weak battery. Reset light. Ok for now. However, dealer performed "free inspection" Now breaks squeal like crazy. |
| 176000 mi US $150 |
'SRS' warning light came on - due to faulty steering column sensor |
| 125000 mi | SRS light is on. Shop diagnosed as main SRS computer failure. Decided not to fix due to high cost. Will most likely sell vehicle as-is. |
| 125000 mi | Brought in to have SRS light diagnosed. (previously took to independent shop that said computer was bad) Dealer reset light and indicated battery was weak. Did not replace battery as engine cranked fine. Sold car. |
1998 Honda Accord 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 117000 mi US $32 |
A/C not cooling, compressor engaged and no leaks found. Diagnosed as slow refrigerant loss over time, recharged. |
| 149000 mi US $200 |
replaced door lock motor |
1998 Honda Accord 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 137640 mi | Cruise control and door locks not working when sold. |
| 176500 mi US $75 |
Shift interlock. Both the brake and shift interlock switches needed to be replaced. |
| 233120 mi C $240 |
heater blower failed, was replaced |
| 241800 mi | alarm randomly goes on, draining the battery, especially on humid days |
| 118000 mi US $600 |
Replaced car battery and alternator. Alternator was failing and not charging the battery & was replaced with a remanufactured Bosch alternator. Battery was very marginal and was replaced as well |
| 82000 mi US $375 |
Horn became disabled. Cable reel assembly in the steering wheel had to be replaced. Paid $80 for part and $295 for labor. |
| 135000 mi US $81 |
Starter failed. Replaced by owner. |
| 148900 mi US $200 |
Starter needed to be replaced. |
| 100000 mi US $50 |
Car would not start, Starter was replaced. |
1998 Honda Accord 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 142000 mi US $50 |
Starter relay was dissabling vehicle at random times. |
| 143000 mi US $100 |
Alternator failed and was replaced. |
| 182000 mi US $100 |
passenger side power window motor failed, elected to get OEM motor instead of actuator (actuators run about 20 dollars, but very loud and not very reliable) |
| 112000 mi US $1400 |
Replaced overhead lamp, headlights. |
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