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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1HGCR3F97GA014963 · Checked Aug 8, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 8

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1HGCR3F97GA•••••• 2016 Honda ACCORD

This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2016 Honda ACCORD build (8 vs 4).

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551on the model
155builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 4 Exterior Lighting 2 Engine 2 Visibility/wiper 1

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Air Bags Aug 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the module was not functioning…
Electrical System May 2025
I am reporting an ongoing issue with my 2016 Honda Accord Touring V6 caused by a misdiagnosis at Honda of the Avenues in Jacksonville, FL. In December 2024, they diagnosed my oil leak as a valve cover gasket issue and charged me for the repair, but the leak never stopped. I…
Back Over Prevention Dec 2022
Inoperable backup camera causing Rear Cross Traffic Warning and Parking Collision warning malfunction - due to a camera plastic mounting tab breakage issue. This puts the safety of other cars or people behind the vehicle at risk when backing up. There were no warnings of the…
Unknown Or Other Sep 2020
I have a 2016 honda accord touring with 102k miles VIN# [xxx] , on 09-03-2020 was driving south on I-295 to orange park fl with my grand daughter [xxx] and daughter [xxx] and before exit to collins rd, my vehicle check engine light came on flashing and my honda accord turn off…
Exterior Lighting May 2018
I have a problem with the LED drl in both headlights. I notice on the internet that a lot of honda accord v6 touring owners had the same complaint. I think that this is a problem that honda needs to fix. The drl is a safety equipment and looks like on this years that part was…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGCR3F97GA014963 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.