The vehicle is unsafe to drive as the sub frame is rusted due to the air conditioner drain. Engine runs great but the design is flawed.

- Canton, OH, USA

Upon inspection, the right rear portion of the front sub frame is rusted and disintegrated to a point where the car is not considered safe to operate. The frame section has lost so much material that it flexes when downward pressure is applied to the hub assembly. The left side of the front frame is intact and fully functional showing no similar signs of rust.

- Davis Junction, IL, USA

When I purchased my car the ac was not working so I had it checked and was told that it was not connected and was told that Honda's have been having problems with the frames rotting out due to the location of the ac drain. Upon having the frame inspected was told that my vehicle would not pass another state inspection. My car is in great shape body wise with no other rust. I was told that this is a big safety issue and upon researching on line have seen that numerous people are having the same problems. Just want to know why Honda is not being held responsible for these repairs. Honda has always been a car of choice for my family but after this I will never purchase another Honda.

- Waterbury, VT, USA

While turning into a driveway, vehicle made loud banging sound as it went over a minor elevation when entering the driveway from the street. The vehicle makes popping and bumping noises while turning. After inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the passenger side subframe was severely rusted. The rust has eaten through the frame that supports the vehicles suspension and steering. There was little to no rust on the driver side subframe. I was informed the rust may due to a defect in the drip line from the air conditioner depositing directly over the subframe. I was informed the vehicle is unsafe to drive and should be repaired immediately.

- Chesterland, OH, USA

1999 Honda Accord sub-frame crack from air conditioning drain. Part number 50200-S84-A00 front (rear beam) of the sub-frame has rusted and cracked. The crack is located on the right side of the car directly below where the air conditioning drain tube drips onto the sub frame. All other areas of sub-frame and undercarriage of the car are in great condition. This rusted area is obviously the result of a design flaw with the air conditioning drain constantly wetting the sub-frame. Rusted sub-frame found at 210,000 miles but damage obviously occurred much earlier. Need Honda to recall and replace sub-frame.

- Stillwater, MN, USA

I took my 1999 Honda Accord ex (213,500 miles) to a Honda dealership service center for a front right wheel bearing replacement. Upon the technician removing the tire and working to replace the wheel bearing, it was noted that the front right side of the sub-frame was rotted out and noted the entire sub-frame should be replaced. It was also noted and inspected that the front left (driver) side was not rusting or rotted. The Honda dealership service center explained that it could be a safety hazard and damaging to the vehicle if the sub-frame completely rotted apart.

- Appleton, WI, USA

I was alerted to a potential problem with the subframe of my vehicle that has caused me to park it. The problem is that the rear subframe has rusted to the point that it is broken in three places. The rear subframe is located in the rear part of the engine compartment and supports the engine and front suspension. I was driving this car for an unknown length of time in this condition. I was informed that this is a safety concern and that the car should not be driven. The portion of the subframe that attaches to the sway bar is completely broken loose from the frame. The location of the rust is under the outlet of the air conditioning condensate drain. This is the only location where the sub frame is rusted. The distilled water coming out of the air conditioner is corrosive to metals. In my opinion this is a design defect that could have been repaired using a very modest cost hose, fitting and perhaps a clamp to re-route the condensate drain away from the structural members of the car. Repair of this problem has been quoted at $1600. The car is unsafe to drive. The center for auto safety has requested a recall of these vehicles. Many of these cars are still on the road and tend to be driven up to 200,000 miles. This flaw is not readily detectable and is definitely a safety concern. At a minimum owners should be made aware of the potential problem.

- Fairview Park, OH, USA

While driving vehicle vibrated.

- Monroeville, AL, USA

There were problems with the thermostat, brakes, engine light was intermittent, overheating, squealing while driving, the windshield molding at the upper left corner of the window, thumping noise while driving, maintenance light was inoperative, steering wheel vibrated, the ABS light was intermittent, and the tires were replaced early. Mr scc

- Hamtramck, MI, USA

The struts and all 4 wheel bearings was replaced.ts

- White Plains, NY, USA

A banging noise and a vibration are experienced when the engine is started. It happens in every new Honda Accord LX 1999 and 2000 year car as the dealer let me tested these cars in stock. It is not only uncomfortable but also dangerous because noise and vibration looses screws and connections for the long run. If this is not corrected, some connections may drop and cause accidents.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

I was told this will enable a vehicle to run off the road and hit a tree if falling asleep at the wheel. I do not have the vehicle. The company was not able to correct the problem and told me that all the new vehicles have a pull or drift. The GMC also driven the vehicle, and noticed my complaint. That was when he mentioned that statement to me. So 3 months later I'm in a lease because the problem was not fixed and there was not a replacement vehicle to place me in. I'm not really having a choice. I ended up getting a vehicle that I really didn't want. Having a 1996 Accord vehicle for 2 years I had no problem with pulling or anything. I am so sorry I traded my vehicle in. Since they wanted to charge me to give me my vehicle back I am now in a very unfortunate situation.

- Columbus, GA, USA