Honda Accord Complaints

25,389 consumer complaints on file.

#11735455May 4, 2026
ENGINE
Car is constantly misfiring! I got my fuel injectors, plugs, coils all changed. Honda is now saying head gasket! Why isn’t this being recalled! I am seeing multiple people with the same head gasket issue.
Crash:
No
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No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735469May 4, 2026
ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES, LANE DEPARTURE
The contact owns 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine, tire pressure, brake system, lane departure warning lights illuminated and remained illuminated. The contact added that the vehicle then jerked stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after two attempts. The vehicle was then taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that the rocker arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired reoccurred approximately a week later. The vehicle was taken to another dealer where it was diagnosed that there were 16 unknown codes that populated and there was an unknown diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735520May 4, 2026
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
All lights on head dash are on , all components are not working properly or effected because of this. (Engine light brake light abs light tire light traction control light , sensors out all) while driving vechile reduces power does not operate randomly , have to pull over shut the car off and turn it back on. Has high vibrations lot of shaking, stauling. I have had it looked at with multiple shops and dealer . Everybody is playing a guessing game and can not pin point what exactly it is . Was told it was spark plugs and coils, alternator , fuel injectors. ALL have been repaired, and still have all lights on dash and still facing every problem listed after repairs. Been inspected by manufacturer. Say not been resolved was told if it wasn’t what was already fixed they don’t know and that this is very common right now . It first APRIL 2026 (3) times. May 2 times 2026
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735601May 4, 2026
ENGINE
I have a Honda Accord Sport 2018 Engine 1.5L Turbo(1.5T) Mileage- 97,776 I am reporting a suspected premature head gasket failure which is affecting my vehicle and my mechanic told me this has been going on for a while now with the Accords around my year model. On cold starts, the engine shakes and idles roughly for about 10-20sec. There has been some jerking during acceleration and prior stalling incidents. I have also experienced a blinking check engine light which indicates an active misfire condition. The vehicle has been maintained regularly and have proof upon request. The anti-Freeze is leaking inside the cylinder 2 and 3 which is causing the misfires. The check engine light which is blinking is causing safety concern due to potential power loss and the risk of stalling while driving. This issue appears to be widespread among vehicles equipped with the 1.5T but also around the years of my vehicle. Honda dealership brought it to my attention during the last recall, and my personal mechanic (independent service) diagnosed my car and mention the same thing. I believe this is a manufacturing or design defect and request that NHTSA investigate this issue for potential recall or required manufacturer remedy
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735578May 4, 2026
ENGINE
2021 Honda Accord EX-L, 1.5T turbocharged engine. Within 8 months of purchase at approximately 21,900 miles, I experienced three separate incidents of sudden complete engine power loss at highway speeds. During each incident the vehicle would not exceed 2,000 RPM and multiple warning lights illuminated simultaneously including check engine, TPMS, brake system warning, and Honda Sensing alerts. The vehicle was inspected by two independent Honda dealerships on multiple occasions including cylinder drop tests, leakdown tests, and full fluid checks. The vehicle passed every test at both locations with fluids confirmed properly maintained. Despite passing all professional inspections the power loss incidents continued to recur. The third incident occurred in a residential driveway with a passenger present and was captured on video. A Honda dealership subsequently diagnosed a head gasket coolant leak with an estimated repair cost of approximately $8,000. Research revealed numerous other 2021 Honda Accord 1.5T owners reporting identical symptoms regardless of maintenance history. This appears to be a known design defect in the 1.5T cylinder head where a narrow coolant passage represents a structural weak point that fails regardless of maintenance. Owners have been reporting this to NHTSA since 2024 requesting a recall. This defect created dangerous conditions at highway speeds with passengers present on multiple occasions. The vehicle is currently available for inspection at a Honda dealership. I am requesting NHTSA investigate and initiate a formal recall of all affected vehicles. i have everthing documeneted from the 4 dealship visit ive done since the start of the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735296May 2, 2026
ENGINE
First I had to replace all injectors and now I have a cylinder 4 misfire and need a head gasket job that’s being quoted at $5000!!! I’ve done all maintenance and upkeep and my car looks new. I’m in Honda groups and this is happening to everyone with the 10th generation accord that’s 1.5t engine. This should be a recall! I thought Hondas were the best. This is ridiculous and the car has no life. It’s literally in limp mode.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735279May 2, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SUSPENSION, STEERING
I’ve had problems with my steering wheel ,I’ve taken many times to alignment n it always some how loses alignment but also my gears feel weird when I drive like it pulls a bit delayed and my dash is saying electrical steering problem ,n my car don’t be trying to turn on recently it doesn’t charge I guess
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735119May 1, 2026
ENGINE
My 2018 honda accord 1.5T EX-L has a head gasket failure, creating the potential for the engine to misfire and stall while driving. The car has been well maintained with all scheduled maintenance done on time. The need for new head gaskets has been assessed by a local dealership, and quoted at 4500-8500 dollars. The spark plugs have also seized, and if they break off during the repair, then that adds $4000 to rework the top of the engine. I replaced the spark plugs at 120,000 miles and around the 140,000 mile mark I started noticing the car would occasionally misfire while accelerating. I replaced all 4 coils, and the misfire issue persisted. It is intermittent for now, but indicative of a head gasket failure according to the dealership. The issue is most frequent when accelerating to highway speeds- ie a highway on ramp. One time the misfire put my car into "limp mode" on a tight on ramp, forcing me to restart the car in a dangerous situation. The other time it happened, I was thankfully able to coast downhill to an exit to restart my car. In either case, it created a dangerous loss of power, and given the head gaskets are not a wear item- it should not be the drivers responsibility to replace the faulty part.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735132May 1, 2026
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
The rear camera on my Honda Accord has gone blank.There is no recall by Honda when I checked and with the camera out it is very dangerous when in reverse.I believe that water from washing the car or rainfall is causing the camera to go out as several times when I lifted the truck water would suddenly drip from the truck latch where the camera is located.Honda says I am out of warranty and it is about a 300.00 repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735233May 1, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Supplemental restraint system problem warning light on
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735175May 1, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
All of my driver warnings keep coming on, I have brought it back to the dealership mechanics three times already they said the code was showing a spark plug. I have had that changed out and the car is still doing the same thing. When accelerating or even while driving it will die I have to pull over turn the car off and restart it and it still cuts out and dies. There have been times that it wouldn't go over 55 mph. I was almost hit by a car due to it stalling on the interstate when trying to merge from a on ramp.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735026May 1, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Infotainment Center: I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2021 Honda Accord Sport and the ongoing issues I’ve experienced with its infotainment system. This problem has been persistent, unpredictable, and increasingly concerning from both a usability and safety standpoint. Since purchasing the vehicle, the infotainment center has repeatedly malfunctioned without any warning. The screen will freeze, switch from setting to setting, or become unresponsive to touch input. At times, it will randomly reboot while I am driving. These issues occur regardless of whether I am using navigation, Bluetooth audio, or even when the system is idle. This also affects the ADAS, periodically, warnings will be displayed, and then not show up. What makes this especially troubling is how it affects my ability to safely operate the vehicle. For example, when the system freezes, I lose access to navigation directions mid-route, which forces me to either drive without guidance or attempt to troubleshoot the issue while on the road. Similarly, when using hands-free calling or music controls, the glitches can be distracting and require repeated attempts to regain control, taking my attention away from driving. I rely on my vehicle daily, and this ongoing issue has caused a great deal of frustration and concern. A modern vehicle’s infotainment system is not just a convenience—it is integrated into essential driving functions. When it fails, it directly impacts driver awareness and safety. I am requesting that this issue be investigated further, as it appears to be a systemic problem rather than an isolated defect. I hope that by reporting this, it may help lead to a resolution for myself and other drivers experiencing similar problems.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735024May 1, 2026
POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I was driving down the highway, and the dash started to flash a message about the vehicle being unsafe to drive, stop driving immediately, call dealer. I was able to stop and then turn left across traffic with limited power; and continued to make my way back to work thinking I could probably get to my parking lot. The dash continued to display warning lights, starting with brake failure, then parking brake failure, and then the whole series of possible failures. I continued to drive about one mile. I shut the power off an powered up twice thinking that might reset the sensors; but they continued to fail. As I continued to drive there was limited power to the throttle, and I eventually coasted through a red light and into my work parking lot where the vehicle shut down entirely, and eventually fully locked up (couldn't start or event put in neutral to push). I had the vehicle towed to back to the dealer, and they diagnosed the problem as a failed transmission cooler. Of note, I had purchased the vehicle brand new less than 3 weeks before this incident and the vehicle had less than 600 total miles on it. There were no prior signs of trouble or warning lights.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735020May 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Honda put out a software update in March and found out Midway through that there was an issue with it so they stopped it on their end. My car unfortunately is experiencing an issue which the nhtsa apparently 23- 036, 044 and 045 I do not have systems updates menu I don't have a connection menu my car cannot receive a Wi-Fi signal or a Bluetooth signal it can only transmit a Bluetooth signal and Wi-Fi signal at this point. The car's been to Heritage Honda in Parkville Maryland twice I tried to take it back to the dealership where I bought it from actually, where it's leased from and still under warranty of course. Honda of Parkville said they did 23-044 and where it did clear the air that I was getting on my dash where it said systems update unavailable see dealer, I still do not have the connections menu and I don't have systems update menu the main apps menu on my display unit is missing the settings gear. The power/volume button of the display is supposed to do a soft reset if you hold the power button in for 10 seconds all attempts at the back door resets whether it be the display unit power button, doing the steering wheel buttons, pulling the TCU fuse and the audio backup fuse and I've even gone so far as to disconnect the battery for well over an hour all of this is ineffective at bringing those menus back. I even have access to an Autel Maxisys Ultra scan tool which can go in and reset the OTA module it can also perform Hondas updates via the j2534 pass through on its VCI adapter again all of this has been unsuccessful except for the attempt to do a software update using Hondas rental ihds software that they will allow you to purchase a pass for a day. I haven't tried that The dealers just don't seem to think there's a problem with this car I've got the owner's manual showing this car is capable of being a transmitter and a receiver for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. They're telling me no that because it's an ex with the 7-in monitor that particular trim level does not
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734820April 30, 2026
AIR BAGS
My daughter was in a accident on the freeway which was pretty bad the car is totaled and she was injured because the air bags never came out.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11734850April 30, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The sunroof glass of the vehicle literally exploded on me, while i was driving. Thankfully i had sunshades on which isn't very normal it just happened to be sunnier this morning driving towards work. I had this inspected at Napleton Schaumburg Mazda a dealership, and the point of failure was the vehicle. There were no cracked or any prior damage before hand.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734754April 30, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subject: Safety Concern – Infotainment Screen Malfunction (2022 Honda Accord) I am reporting a safety-related issue with my 2022 Honda Accord involving the infotainment display system. The screen is experiencing a “ghost touch” malfunction, where inputs occur without any physical interaction. This causes the system to randomly change settings, switch screens, activate functions, and interfere with navigation and audio controls while driving. This issue creates a significant safety concern because it: Distracts attention away from the road while attempting to correct the system Interferes with navigation and vehicle settings Causes unpredictable behavior of in-dash controls The problem persists even after restarting the vehicle and has not been resolved through basic troubleshooting. [Include this if applicable: The issue has continued after a factory reset and/or prior repair attempt.] Due to the ongoing and unpredictable nature of this malfunction, I believe this defect poses a risk to safe vehicle operation. I am requesting: A full diagnostic and documented repair attempt Consideration for warranty coverage or goodwill repair Escalation of this issue as a potential safety defect Please provide documentation of this concern and any findings, as I may also be submitting this issue to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for further review. Vehicle details: Year/Make/Model: 2022 Honda Accord Mileage: 66000 I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and request a resolution as soon as possible. Sincerely, Alethea Michael
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734550April 29, 2026
ENGINE
It’s started at 80,000 miles when my check engine light came on and it give a code P0302 So I change the spark plugs but when I replace it with the new one the code came but the code came off and after a few days later it came back on and it throw the same code. I believe that my head gasket is not good.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734575April 29, 2026
ENGINE
Blown head gasket
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734673April 29, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Spontaneous explosion of sunroof. Today its about 85 degree F. The car was parked for a few hours in the carport. Took it out for a short drive. Approximately 0.5 miles from my home, the sunroof exploded as I was accelerating from a full stop at a red light. It appears to have exploded 'up' (I have photographs), and the glass landed both on top of the car and inside my car. Approximately 15% of the glass separated completely (half on top of the car and half in the passenger area). I have scratches from the glass showering on me. This was completely without warning. I've maintained the outside of the car recently and there has been no damage up until this event.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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