Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Honda Accord. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN
- Summary
- THE REAR OUTSIDE SEATING POSITION SAFETY BELTS MAY LOCK UP AT ANGLES OTHER THAN THOSE REQUIRED BY FMVSS 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES". THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD.
- Consequence
- NON-CONFORMING SAFETY BELTS CAUSE AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE SENSOR IN THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN
- Summary
- THE LEFT AND RIGHT SEAT SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE. SOME LEFT SEAT SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE INSTALLED ON THE THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR.
- Consequence
- A SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLY INSTALLED ON THE WRONG SIDE OFTHE CAR CAN NOT BE PULLED OUT OF THE RETRACTOR BECAUSE OF THE MOUNTING ANGLE,MAKING THE SAFETY BELT UNUSABLE, AND THE SEAT OCCUPANT OF AN UNUSABLE SEAT BELTWOULD BE EXPOSED TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- INSTALL CORRECT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON THE CORRECT SIDE OF THE CAR.
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Owner complaints (206)
206 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 206 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 34 | 16.5% |
| Electrical system | 26 | 12.6% |
| Power train | 25 | 12.1% |
| Seat belts | 24 | 11.7% |
| Structure | 24 | 11.7% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 19 | 9.2% |
| Service brakes | 18 | 8.7% |
| Tires | 15 | 7.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | 5.8% |
| Visibility | 9 | 4.4% |
How 1992 compares with other Accord years
Best and worst Accord years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 88 | 2 |
| 1989 | 86 | 1 |
| 1990 | 192 | 2 |
| 1991 | 212 | 3 |
| 1992 | 206 | 2 |
| 1993 | 186 | 1 |
| 1994 | 369 | 1 |
| 1995 | 543 | 2 |
| 1996 | 472 | 1 |
| 1997 | 460 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 24 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 370 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 24 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1992 Accord for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1992 Honda Accord FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 Honda Accord have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 93V056000 (seat belt), 91V185000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 Honda Accord problems?
Owners filed 206 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (34), Electrical system (26), Power train (25) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 Honda Accord get?
EPA rates the 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 21 city, 28 highway and 24 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1992 Accord compare with other years?
Among the 1988–1997 Honda Accord model years at least five years old, the 1989 drew the fewest complaints (86) and the 1995 the most (543). The 1992 drew 206. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.