Honda Accord Complaints (2019)

792 consumer complaints on file.

• #11726805March 24, 2026
  ENGINE

  I own a 2019 Honda Accord 1.5L with 112,985 miles. The vehicle developed a blown head gasket with coolant leaking into Cylinder 3. The failure was first confirmed via a combustion leak (CTR) test performed by an independent Honda specialist (Hond-Auto Specialist) on March 2, 2026, and later confirmed by an authorized Honda dealership (Vandergriff Honda, [XXX] ) via borescope inspection on March 23, 2026. Repair estimate is $4,799.81. This is a known defect. American Honda Motor Co. issued two internal Priority/Action Required memos to all Honda Service Managers and Advisors — April 2023 and August 2024 — confirming they were actively investigating this identical head gasket failure on 2018-2022 Honda Accords equipped with the 1.5L engine. Despite this internal investigation spanning multiple years, Honda has not issued a recall. A federal class action lawsuit [XXX] v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc.) has been filed alleging Honda knew of this defect before these vehicles were sold. I am requesting NHTSA investigate and compel Honda to issue a formal recall for all affected 2018-2022 Honda Accord 1.5L vehicles. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11726548March 23, 2026
  FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

  The vehicle suddenly braked on its own without any obstruction, causing a violent stop and injury. I took it to the nearest dealership to check for a recall. They said there wasn't a recall for this VIN, although online searches show this as a known defect for 2018-2020 Honda Accord Collision Mitigation System.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  1

  Deaths:

  0

• #11725926March 20, 2026
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Head gasket issue Car jerks and may cut off during heavy acceleration

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11725253March 18, 2026
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ENGINE

  The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle to correct the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11724599March 16, 2026
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages "Engine Temperature Too Hot - Do Not Drive - Allow Engine to Cool" and "Engine Temperature Near Limit - Avoid Heavy Acceleration and High Speeds" were displayed. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer, who determined that there was no coolant leak but that the head gasket was blown and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11724133March 13, 2026
  ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

  Car lost power on freeway, had the car towed to local Honda. After several hours of sitting at dealership and talking to several different employees. One employee comes back to tell me the head gasket was blown and needed repaired. And that this is a common issue he has been seeing in this make/model of car.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11724150March 13, 2026
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

  The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly went into LIMP Mode, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11723059March 9, 2026
  ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  1. Component: The engine head gasket and the combustion system (specifically Cylinder 2). Specifics: A leak-down test confirmed a failure in Cylinder 2, leading to coolant intrusion. This was initially masked by a water pump code, but after the water pump was replaced and the code returned, a borescope confirmed "clean" pistons (steam-cleaned by coolant) and tap scarring. Availability: Yes, the vehicle and all diagnostic records are available for inspection. 2. Emergency Maneuvers: On multiple occasions, the car entered "Limp Mode" while driving 70–75 mph on the freeway. This caused a sudden, dangerous drop in speed, forcing me to maneuver through high-speed traffic to reach the median/suicide lane. Stranded: The vehicle overheated 5 times in one trip, leaving me vulnerable on the side of a busy freeway. 3. Yes. An independent shop confirmed the failure via a leak-down test, a borescope inspection, and physical analysis of the spark plugs. They confirmed that despite the computer throwing a water pump code, the mechanical failure is the head gasket. 4.Status: It has been inspected by an independent service center. I am now using their findings to pursue a lawsuit/claim against Honda for selling a vehicle with a pre-existing internal engine defect. 5. Timeline: Symptoms began in April 2024 (two months after purchase). Initial Signs: An "Emission System" warning light appeared. The diagnostic code indicated a water pump failure, which was replaced in April. Recurring Symptoms: In November, the car suffered multiple misfires and "Limp Mode." In March, the "Emission System" light and the same water pump code returned, but the shop confirmed the pump was functional and the true cause was the head gasket leak into the cylinders.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11722747March 7, 2026
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING

  Multiple warning lights on dashboard. Vehicle runs perfectly fine with brand new battery and spark plugs but still has 9 random warning lights coming on.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11722489March 6, 2026
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

  Description of Incident: 1. Component/System Failure: The engine cooling system and head gasket failed. A certified shop has confirmed coolant intrusion and a failed leak-down test on Cylinder 2. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2. Safety Risk: My safety and the safety of my family and other drivers were put at extreme risk. On March 1, 2026, the vehicle suffered a sudden loss of motive power while traveling at 70 MPH on the freeway. The car dropped to 15 MPH instantly, forcing me to maneuver across active lanes to a narrow shoulder with almost no space. I was nearly hit by high-speed traffic. This has occurred over 8 times since 2023. 3. Confirmation by Service Center: The problem has been reproduced and confirmed by an independent service center On Site Lube Auto & Tire. They utilized a borescope and leak-down test to verify the internal engine failure. 4. Inspections: The vehicle has been inspected by a certified independent technician. I am in the process of notifying the manufacturer (Honda) of these findings for their inspection and accountability. 5. Warning Lamps & Symptoms: Prior to the total power loss, the vehicle displayed engine temperature warnings and "check engine" lights. These symptoms first appeared approximately 8 months after purchase in 2023 and have progressively worsened, leading to the current engine failure. 6. Additional Notes: This failure is identical to issues cited in active class-action lawsuits regarding Honda's engine defects, affecting both standard and Hybrid models. I am communicating via written report/email for documentation and accessibility purposes.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11722615March 6, 2026
  ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  The turbo! Code P0299! Hundreds of thousands of Americans going through the same issue all their lights are flashing on their dashboard with these 1.5 T engines

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11720606February 26, 2026
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES

  The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was a choking sound coming from the vehicle, and brake pedal went to the floorboard. The vehicle was turned off and while restarting the vehicle, the Lane Departure, TPMS, Brake System, Brake Hose, Brake Performance Reduced, and other warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11720726February 26, 2026
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Multiple warning lights on dashboard

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11720728February 26, 2026
  ENGINE

  Approximate date (around January 2026), location (e.g., Newburgh, NY area), and circumstances (e.g., during normal driving). No crash/injury mentioned in my case, but note if it stranded I, required towing, or felt unsafe (e.g., potential for sudden power loss). While driving, all dashboard warning lights came on suddenly. The vehicle experienced rough running/misfires. Dealer diagnosed low coolant, pressure tested the system, and confirmed coolant intrusion into cylinders 2 and 3 due to head gasket failure. This required full head gasket replacement (parts/labor ~$4,567 total before any goodwill). No external leaks noted initially. Concerned this could cause engine stall/overheat while driving, posing a safety risk.” Dashboard lights, possible misfire codes (if any DTCs like P0302/P0303 were pulled), low coolant without visible leaks. dealer diagnosis (Morehead Honda? from Eric Koller), repair done/recommended, cost, and that American Honda provided 35% goodwill (shows it’s out-of-warranty but recognized issue) Only 91000 miles on the vehicle.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11720056February 24, 2026
  ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN

  City street driving speed < 35-40 mph, engine began rough idling at stop light after traveling just 1/8 mile. After driving less than 1 mile on level ground, engine slowed and would not accelerate above 20 mph. After another mile or so, increasing uphill grade caused speed to slow to 12-14 mph. Stepping on gas caused car to slow down even more, with shaking and jerky stop-start of vehicle. Maintaining 10-12 mph permitted vehicle to continue uphill climb for a few more miles so I could reach home. Downhill coasting was smooth with no gas pedal acceleration. Overnight parked in garage, and no problems driving vehicle to local independent auto mechanic. They were able to duplicate problem after 2 days and multiple test drives. Diagnosed permanent and temporary engine codes: misfires of cylinders 1 and 4 with ignition coil malfunction, misfires of cylinders 1, 2, 4, and random misfires. Also permanent codes: antilock brake ECM Failure, electric power steering vehicle stability assist System Malfunction, electric servo brake electric power train System Malfunction. Mechanic removed coils and spark plugs, found cylinder 4 has moisture. Coils, plugs cleaned and re-installed. Honda Dealer unable to duplicate problem after 3 days.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11719766February 22, 2026
  FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, WHEELS

  Check

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11719306February 20, 2026
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an alert that the engine was overheating displayed on the instrument cluster. The message to pull over and allow the engine to cool off was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the head gasket had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact researched online and became aware that the head gasket failure was a known failure. The contact informed the manufacturer of the failure and was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11718213February 16, 2026
  SEAT BELTS

  My vehicle's right driver seat buckle assembly is failing. My seat belt will not latch making my vehicle unsafe and unlawful to drive in the State of Florida. I first noticed this problem on Friday, February 13, 2026. There is currently a safety recall on my vehicle (2018-2029 Honda Accord). I registered my car through [XXX] and noticed that there were two recalls for my vehicle. The two recalls are the seat belt malfunction and fuel pump, which neither repair has been completed on my vehicle. I contacted the dealership on Monday, February 16, 2026 and advised them that i have a failing seat belt on the driver side. I provided them with my vehicle VIN and they advised that I only qualified for one of the repairs (fuel pump). After speaking with the dealership the seat belt recall was removed from my account. I also contacted the manufacturer and they told me the same thing regarding the recall needed to be associated with my VIN number. The Service Bulletin 23-016 was issued on March 10, 2023 and updated on March 24, 2023, I purchased my vehicle on December 8, 2023. The dealership is refusing to repair the seat belt and requiring me to pay out of pocket because the recall is not attached to my VIN. However, the recall is for all 2018-2019 Honda Accord Models. Due to a current recall in place, I should not have to pay out of pocket. I reviewed the Service Bulletin in detail and I am having the exact problem with my vehicle. I would like to escalate this issue to require Honda to cover the charges for this repair. It is not normal for seat belts to fail, I have seen cars 15-20 years old that do not experience these issues. Even those in the junk yard have working seat belts. So, this is not some random incident it is due to the recall. Due to this being a safety hazard I am seeking your assistance regarding the matter. I have videos and photos but I am not able to upload here due to size. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11718160February 15, 2026
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

  All light come on brake system, ACC, road migration, collision migration, hill start assist problem, Vehicle stability system, electrical power steering, and it will not go when at a light. Almost causing a car accident.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0

• #11717444February 12, 2026
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Paint chipping…Honda refuses to assist. Paint has been chipping approximately 3 years now and it’s getting worse. The paint is coming off in chunks.

  Crash:

  No

  Fire:

  No

  Injuries:

  0

  Deaths:

  0