7G Accord Radio Problem
 

I swear when I first bought this car there was a sheet in the glove box stating that some TSB repair had been done regarding the OEM radio/HVAC control display unit. However, over the past month or so I've been having problems with the CD player reading CDs. It doesn't matter if they're burnt CD-R's or actual purchased ones... It'll try to read the disc, say that an error has occurred and then spits it out. It doesn't matter how often I try to change the discs, play with the CD changer, or turn the car and/or radio on and off. It'll do this on and off for periods lasting anywhere between a few minutes and a few days. The radio itself will work, and I have no problems with the screen displaying itself. It's becoming vaguely annoying.

Anyway, I was on the TSBdata website and came across this:

Just curious if this was an actual recall and, if so, where I could check if it's been done. Yes, I could call Honda and get them to check my VIN, but since tomorrow is a Sunday and I'm feeling vaguely impatient, I'm curious to see if I can check on it myself.

yes there was a recall, 2 choices either 1, give to honda if you have warranty, or 2 give the alpine (they fixed mine) :)

Alpine?

yup

the unit itself is made from alpine

Yup they fail a lot. Had mine replaced under warranty and now 3 years later its being a pain in the ass again.

Just buy the ipod adapter off ebay that hooks upto the stock headunit, and you can change songs through the steering wheel controls, never need a cd again.

I know that the TSX 6-disc changer was/is a huge problem. There are no long-term fixes for this retarded pile of junk so what I have been doing is replacing it with a single din deck below the HVAC controls (the cubby is similar to the Accords). Luckily, the Accord has a kit available to place a 'real' deck down in the cubby area.

This is cost-effective, sounds better and offers more Ipod, bluetooth and expandability over stock.

^ yup

I got a double din in my cubby. Just need a attachment kit from Honda and your done!

I got w505 in one, and Kenwood 5140 in another, recommend the kenwood for sure.

there were a few letters and bulletins regarding radio/cd player problems. One for replacing the audio units if the screen went dark; one for replacing the plastic screen if it came loose and diagnostic sheet for radio/cd problems. But no actual recalls. Recalls are put out for safety reasons only. Warranty runs out after 3/60.
Depending on what year and model of accord it's either Alpine or panasonic. Numerous other companies make audio units for honda too

today is boxing day. You know what to do. ;)