1984 Honda Accord
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1984
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1984: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 112 |
| 1988 | 90 |
| 1989 | 86 |
| 1990 | 193 |
| 1991 | 212 |
| 1992 | 208 |
| 1993 | 186 |
| 1994 | 395 |
| 1995 | 544 |
| 1996 | 472 |
| 1997 | 460 |
| 1998 | 1,200 |
| 1999 | 1,135 |
| 2000 | 1,183 |
| 2001 | 922 |
| 2002 | 1,050 |
| 2003 | 1,987 |
| 2004 | 1,018 |
| 2005 | 656 |
| 2006 | 433 |
| 2007 | 524 |
| 2008 | 1,521 |
| 2009 | 727 |
| 2010 | 580 |
| 2011 | 296 |
| 2012 | 373 |
| 2013 | 1,425 |
| 2014 | 982 |
| 2015 | 601 |
| 2016 | 613 |
| 2017 | 538 |
| 2018 | 1,894 |
| 2019 | 695 |
| 2020 | 364 |
| 2021 | 242 |
| 2022 | 263 |
| 2023 | 92 |
| 2024 | 154 |
| 2025 | 97 |
| 2026 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
6 of 22 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
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Release button prevents proper fastening of latch when using drivers side seatbelt. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-23
Structure
4 of 22 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and body.
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I had taken my 1984 Honda Accord in for brakes to my mechanic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-21
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Fuel system, gasoline
4 of 22 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and delivery.
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Contact states: 1984 Honda Accord has a rusted gas filler neck, recall 92V028000. Dealer will not replace the filler neck because the area is so rusted the new neck will not attach to it. The fuel line is also contaminated due to rust.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-05-04
Fuel pipe leak. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-16
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gas recirculation valve (egr valve) and exhaust system.
Electrical system
2 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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1983-12-21Electrical system83V130000 Voltage regulator may overcharge due to manufacturing errors in an integrated circuit.
Remedy: All vehicles will have a new voltage regulator installed.
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1986-07-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1986-11-03 Sudden acceleration
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1987-03-03Defect petitionClosed 1987-05-04 Honda high engine speed
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1987-07-13Defect petitionClosed 1987-07-21 Sudden acceleration
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1992-03-20Fuel system, gasoline92V028000 If the plastic coating of the fuel filler and/or breather pipe is damaged, salt water may accumulate between the plastic coating and the steel pipes, and the accumulation could cause corrossion…
Remedy: Corroded filler or breather pipes will be cleaned and recoated or replaced as needed.
Buy-smart checklist
1984 Honda Accord — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 83V130000 · Electrical system
- Recall 92V028000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1984 Honda Accord reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1984 Honda Accord?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1984 Honda Accord have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.