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1987 Honda Accord Sedan LX-i MT

The 1987 Honda Accord Sedan LX-i MT is a 110-hp 2.0-liter sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,119 MSRP.

It makes 110 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque.

The Accord Sedan measures 179.7 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,119 ($43,254 *)
Engine
Engine TypeIn-Line 4-Cylinder
Displacement2 L
Horsepower110 hp
Torque114 lb-ft
ValvetrainSOHC, 12-valve
Injection TypeFuel Injected
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Manual
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Dimensions & Weight
Length179.7 in
Width67.4 in
Height53.4 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Honda ACCORD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.

NHTSA campaign 95V103001

Apr 15, 1993 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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 CORROSION WHICH WOULD EVENTUALLY RUST THROUGH THE AFFECTED PIPES, ALLOWING GASOLINE FUMES AND FUEL TO LEAK.

Consequence: GASOLINE FUMES AND/OR FUEL LEAKAGE THROUGH THE FILLER ORBREATHER PIPES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.

Remedy: REPAIRS WILL BE MADE TO VEHICLES WITH CORRODED FILLER OR BREATHER PIPES.

NHTSA campaign 92V028001

Oct 29, 1987 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OWNERS MANUAL INFORMATION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, SECTIONS 6A AND 6B WAS OMITTED FROM THE MANUAL.

Consequence: VEHICLES MANUAL INFORMATION DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS210.

Remedy: UPGRADE EXISTING MANUALS BY INSERTING ADHESIVE BACKED CORRECTION PAGES.

NHTSA campaign 87V171000

112 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Honda ACCORD

Owner Complaints

112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Honda ACCORD (11 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seat Belts34
Fuel System25
Gasoline24
Vehicle Speed Control9
Exterior Lighting6
Power Train6
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 1, 2006 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“THIS IS WITH REGARDS TO CAMPAIGNS 92V028000 AND 92V028001. BOTH CAMPAIGNS CALL FOR REPAIRS TO DAMAGED PART, BUT DON'T ADDRESS HOW LONG MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR REPAIRING SPECIFIC PART…”
Nov 5, 2004 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“THE VEHICLE'S GAS FILLER PIPE RUSTED. *NM CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 92V028000 DUE TO THE AGE AND MILEAGE OF THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE HONDA MOTOR COMPANY REFUSED TO ASSIST WITH THE COST OF REPAIRS. *TC”
Feb 13, 2004 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL CONCERNING FUEL TANK FILLER NECK LEAK. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND THEY JUST LOOKED AT IT. DEALER NEVER CHANGED THE TUBE BECAUSE AT THAT TIME IT WAS NOT LEAKING…”
Nov 5, 2003 · Structure
“VEHICLE'S HOOD FLEW OPEN AND WRAPPED AROUND THE WINDSHIELD. *MR *SCC *JB”
Nov 4, 2003 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“THERE WAS A FUEL LEAKAGE WHEN FILLING UP VEHICLE. DRIVER NOTIFIED THE DEALER BY PHONE. THE DEALER TOLD THE DRIVER THAT RECALL CAMPAIGN 92V028001 EXPIRED, AND HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED. *AK”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 HONDA ACCORD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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