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1996 HONDA ACCORD EX
Coupe
Front wheel drive


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NHTSA Crash Test Results National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) did not test this vehicle model.

Frontal Crash: Rating:   NHTSA Five Star Legend
Driver Not tested by NHTSA
Passenger Not tested by NHTSA
Side Crash: Rating:
Front Seat Not tested by NHTSA
Rear Seat Not tested by NHTSA
Rollover Resistance: Rating:
Rollover Resistance Not tested by NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides 3 different ratings - full-width frontal crash test , side impact crash test , and rollover resistance . The frontal crash test indicates how well the safety features and restraints will protect an occupant in a head-on collision. The side-impact test conveys the chance of a severe chest injury, while the rollover resistance rating estimates the risk of rolling over in a single vehicle crash.


IIHS Crash Test Results Highway Loss Data Institute
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IIHS Crash Test Results for the 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX are not available in CARFAX Safety & Reliability Ratings.




Low-Speed Damage Repair Highway Loss Data Institute
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Front Crash Description: Front Crash Cost:
Front into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Front into angle barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear Crash Description: Rear Crash Cost:
Rear into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear into pole   Not tested by IIHS
Average Damage Per Test   Not tested by IIHS

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5 mph crash tests to assess bumper performance. These results convey how well this 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX bumpers will protect the car body from damage in low-speed collisions. Low-speed damage repair costs are obtained from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.


Injury, Collision, & Theft Indicators Highway Loss Data Institute
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Index: Score: Rating:
Injury Index 103 Average
Collision Index 109 Average
Theft Index 227 Substantially worse than average


These scores are stated in relative terms, with 100 being the average for all cars in each category. Scores greater than 100 represent higher risk in each category. For example, an injury indicator score of 122 means that a passenger in this model is 22% more likely to be injured in an accident. The injury, collision, and theft indicators for this 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX are provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute. Learn more about these results.



Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
Important: The following recalls were issued for the 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). To find out if a specific 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an authorized dealership for more information.

Recall date: Not reported
Units potentially affected: 967,771
NHTSA campaign number: 98V231000
Defective part or component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:HARNESS:FRONT:UNDERHOOD
Description: Vehicle Description: Sedan, Coupe and Wagon Passenger vehicles except the DX model and models with V6 engines. The factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit. The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. A short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery. Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. Any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. If any insulation is worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. Dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.


This 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



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J.D. Power Ratings
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Ownership: Rating:
Initial Ratings (up to 1 year)  
Overall Quality No data from source
  Mechanical Quality Rating 3 of 5
  Feature and Accessory Quality Rating 5 of 5
  Body and Interior Quality Rating 4 of 5
Overall Appeal No data from source
  Performance Rating 3 of 5
  Comfort Rating 3 of 5
  Feature and Instrument Panel No data from source
  Style Rating 3 of 5
Midterm Ratings (1-3 Years)  
  Mechanical Reliability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Reliability No data from source
  Body and Interior Reliability No data from source
Long Term Ratings (3-5 Years)  
Overall Dependability No data from source
  Mechanical Dependability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Dependability No data from source
  Body and Interior Dependability No data from source

J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and customer satisfaction syndicated studies to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all models across segments.

All information provided by J.D. Power and Associates is proprietary information owned by J.D. Power and Associates and is protected by U.S. and international copyright law and conventions. Reproduction of this information, in whole or in part, by any means is prohibited without the express written consent of J.D. Power and Associates, other than printing copies of the JDPA content by site visitors for their personal use. J.D. Power and Associates® is a registered trademark of J.D. Power and Associates.



Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category: Comments: Rating:
Engine No data from source
Transmission & Driveline No data from source
Steering & Suspension No data from source
Brakes No data from source
Heating & Air Conditioning No data from source
Starting & Charging No data from source
Accessories No data from source
Identifix Legend


This 1996 HONDA ACCORD reliability information was provided by Identifix. Identifix is the nation's largest technical support service for the aftermarket auto repair industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by Identifix, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage: Years/Mileage:
Basic 3 years or 36,000 miles  
Drivetrain 3 years or 36,000 miles  
Emissions 2 years or 24,000 miles  
Corrosion 5 years with Unlimited mileage  
Transferable Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.  
Roadside Assistance No roadside assistance.  
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data from source  
Specific Components 8 years or 80,000 miles  
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance is not provided.  

This 1996 HONDA ACCORD EX warranty information has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.


New Car Test Drive Review
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Category: Review:
Summary:

A midsize pacesetter that's also fun to drive.
By Michelle Krebs, NewCarTestDrive.com

Accord prices range from a base price of a DX sedan at $15,100 (including the $395 destination fee) to a fully loaded V6 at $25,100. In the better-equipped models, such as our LX tester, you still pay a bit of a premium for an Accord, but Honda has managed to whittle that premium down considerably over the last couple of years.

And when you've signed the bottom line, you drive home in a car that will provide years of trouble-free driving pleasure.

The Accord has earned a reputation as one of the most consistently reliable cars on the market. You simply can't go wrong with this car.

Overview:

For many years now, the Honda Accord has been synonymous with high-quality, reliable transportation that includes a high fun-to-drive index.

That continues to be true for this popular model, which is the best-selling car in America in terms of retail sales and second best overall behind the Ford Taurus, which enjoys a large number of sales to company and daily rental fleets.

The Accord consistently appears on Top 10 lists for magazines. It also wins consistently high scores in various quality surveys, including the J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Index, a measurement of quality after the first year of ownership.

For 1996, the Accord sports modestly revised front and rear styling touches. More important, the trunk opening has been expanded by nearly five inches for easier loading and unloading.

Also new for 1996, all LX and EX sedan and coupe models feature variable intermittent windshield wipers, and the stereo radio antenna is integrated into the rear window. All LX models now ride on 15-in. tires and new wheels. A 6-way power driver's seat has been added to the LX V6 and EX 4-cyl. leather models.

The Accord, which last underwent a major redesign in 1994, is scheduled for a complete make-over for the 1998 model year. In the meantime, it continues to be one of the world's best sellers. Since most Accords are assembled in the U.S., that world-wide popularity has helped Honda to become this country's number one automobile exporter.

Read the complete 1996 Honda Accord review

© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com

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Awards
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