Honda Accord Complaints

25,389 consumer complaints on file.

#11774338October 29, 2026
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
I was driving steadily on the freeway in slow moving traffic at 20-30 miles and had a lot of distance between me and the car in front. There was a sudden jolt and it appeared the vehicle was attempting to brake unexpectedly. If my foot had not been on the accelerator, I believe the vehicle could have come to a sudden, complete stop, potentially causing the vehicle behind me to rear end my car. Several months, before this incident, the Collision Mitigation Braking System and Lane Assist warning alerts would sound while I was driving on the freeway. This happened at two separate times. The sudden alarms are startling, and I cannot safely read the dashboard messages while driving. I am forced to slow down or pull over to check what is wrong, creating additional safety risks. I have a scheduled appointment with the Dealer this weekend due to the sudden braking however, I've brought this issue up with the service department in the past with the warning lights and they don't seem to have a definitive answer as to what is causing it. I have less than 20,000 miles on this vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774386October 29, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There is an electric issue with the stereo system that causes a extremely loud static sound that comes from all speakers and does not stop until the car is turned off. The sound is still persistent while the radio system is turned off. This a major safety hazard as I can't hear emergency vehicles due to this issue. This needs to be recalled as this is happening to most Honda's in this version. If it has not happen yet it will soon. The repair fee is outrageous for something that is happening to multiple cars. This needs to be recalled ASAP!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774472October 29, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Center Display Audio / Infotainment Touchscreen unit continuously fails. The component is available for inspection upon request, as it remains installed in the vehicle in its malfunctioning state. Safety severely compromised due to extreme driver distraction caused by the unit erratically flashing, cycling through menus, and emitting continuous, loud audible beeps while operating the vehicle in active traffic. Additionally, the malfunction regularly causes the screen to freeze, completely disabling the rearview backup camera display and preventing the visual display of critical advanced driver-assist safety alerts. Yes. The failure was officially reproduced and confirmed by an authorized Honda dealership during a dedicated diagnostic appointment. The technician confirmed the erratic screen input behavior but noted it is a known manufacturer defect. Yes, it was inspected by the manufacturer's authorized dealership network. Furthermore, the manufacturer has inspected and documented this specific component failure at a corporate engineering level, tracking the defect under Honda Tech Line Summary Article AATS31549. There were no vehicle warning lamps or diagnostic trouble messages on the instrument cluster. The primary symptoms were rapid, unprompted audio beeping sounds and sudden menu changes occurring without anyone touching the screen. These symptoms began intermittently during periods of warmer weather and have since escalated into a permanent, continuous failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774149October 28, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unknown cause - Heavy Traffic I get all warning lights (idiot) come on. No performance loss but every advisory and caution is illuminated. Tested battery 550amps and regulator was putting out 14 volts so all seemed fine. Check battery terminals and connections, all good. After two days lights go away and everything works fine. When lights and advisory are on, no cruise control, TMPS, lane departure, assisted steering, and anything else in the caution light display doesn't work. Good thing all other aspects of the car work fine. Unable to determine the issue with Why this happens. Seen on line others have had this same issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774309October 28, 2026
ENGINE, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I am submitting this complaint regarding an ongoing safety concern with my 2021 Honda Accord. Multiple lights indicate engine system problems which includes, check engine light, car jerks at acceleration, seat sensor recall. I took my vehicle to multiple shops including the Honda Dealership. However, they were unsuccessful to identify the cause. Multiple problems such as Turbo, belt, fuel system problem constantly comes up. I have attempted to take my vehicle for the recall, which was scheduled, however after waiting 4hrs, the dealership stated they did not have the parts. I am concerned about the potential risk to myself, my daughter and my passengers and believe these issues warrant further investigation to help prevent possible accident or injury.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773986October 27, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the Collision Mitigation Braking System unexpectedly engaged, causing the vehicle to come to an abrupt stop, and the vehicle jerked while there was no other vehicle or obstacle nearby. The local dealer was contacted by phone and advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for a diagnostic test. The failure mileage was approximately 82,605.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774030October 27, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Honda 2017 Accord Hybrid has begun emitting an incredibly loud static noise that persists for long periods of time. Waldorf Honda in Waldorf, MD, has refused to fix this known problem with this make/model of car. I can no longer drive with anyone in the car and have to wear noise-cancelling plugs just to go to work or do any kind of errands in the car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774049October 27, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear defroster was turned on while the vehicle was being driven to clear the rear window. Shortly afterward, the window shattered from the inside. The tint film on my window held the shattered glass in place and prevented it from falling out. No. However, when I took my vehicle to Ace Auto Glass in Kahului, Maui, for a window replacement, they told me that several other vehicles of the same make and model had experienced the same issue and been brought in for repairs within the past few days or weeks. This has resulted in significant expenses for the affected owners.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773592October 26, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, WHEELS
Vehicle: 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Sport (VIN: [XXX]) Dealer: Rauli Auto Import LLC (Paterson, NJ, License [XXX]) Odometer at Sale: 141,836 miles Description of Severe Safety Defect and Resulting Accident: On October 16, 2026, this 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid was purchased from a used car dealership. The vehicle was delivered to the consumer with severe, pre-existing, and undisclosed braking system defects that made the vehicle an immediate safety hazard on public roads. On [XXX], just days after taking delivery, the vehicle was brought to an independent, licensed mechanic (Mega Auto Diagnostic Inc., Invoice [XXX]) due to severe handling and braking concerns. Following a certified inspection, the licensed technician officially documented catastrophic pre-existing safety failures on the vehicle. The mechanic certified that the vehicle had an active engine leak, completely failed front brakes, and completely worn-down rear brakes and rotors. The dealership sold the vehicle in a hazardous condition without performing mandatory safety inspections. Days after the mechanic's diagnosis, while attempting to park the vehicle, the pre-existing braking system failure caused a complete braking malfunction. The brakes did not respond as intended to slow down the vehicle, causing the driver to lose stopping control and collide with another parked vehicle. Furthermore, the dealership provided completely incorrect, mismatched insurance policy paperwork at the time of sale. When the consumer contacted the insurance provider to process the accident, the insurer flagged a profile error due to the mismatched data entered by the dealer, leaving the driver completely exposed at the moment of the mechanical failure and collision. The dealership has reacted with hostility, verbally insulted the consumer, and refused to accept the surrender of this dangerously defective vehicle or unwind the sales contract INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11773718October 26, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, several warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the battery was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to three independent mechanics, where the failure was confirmed, and the battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the battery was replaced four times within three and a half years. The contact stated that the warning lights turned off temporarily upon replacing the battery. The contact stated that the failure was a common issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773777October 26, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The vehicle's infotainment system displays an OTA software update error message on every startup. Honda dealerships are unable to address this issue without further intervention and software updates from Honda corporate. Dealer has stated that this issue may interfere with reliable over-the-air software updates, including any potential safety-related updates delivered through this OTA system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773821October 26, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Computer BCM module malfunction while driving. All warning light went off like Christmas tree.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773855October 26, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My backup camera has malfunctioned where it is just displaying a black screen when I put my car in reverse. It is a serious safety concern since I need the camera in order to backup properly. There is currently no recalls for the 2016 Honda Accord but it should be looked into since it is a safety risk.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773496October 25, 2026
STEERING
The vehicle exhibits physical steering wheel freeplay/backlash at dead center, noticeable at all speeds but most critical during highway driving. While parked, the steering wheel can be moved slightly in both directions with zero corresponding movement from the front tires. This mechanical slack requires constant micro-adjustments on the highway to keep the vehicle tracking straight in its lane, creating a constant driver distraction and safety hazard."
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773497October 25, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
I am submitting a serious safety complaint regarding the placement and design of the electronic parking brake switch in my Honda Accord. The parking brake switch is located on the center console, directly in an area where a driver's hand naturally rests while driving. This creates an unnecessary risk of accidentally activating the parking brake. With a traditional gear selector, shifting into reverse requires two deliberate actions: pressing a release button and physically moving the shifter. These safeguards help prevent accidental operation. However, in the Honda Accord, the parking brake switch can be activated with a simple finger movement. A driver resting their hand on the center console could unintentionally operate this switch. Even if the vehicle has electronic safeguards, accidental activation while driving could cause unexpected braking, startle the driver, or create a dangerous situation. What makes this particularly concerning is that Honda uses a different placement in the Honda Odyssey, positioning the parking brake switch away from where a driver's hand naturally rests. This demonstrates that a safer, less exposed location is possible. The parking brake is not a control that drivers need to access continuously while driving. There is no justification for positioning it where a driver's hand naturally rests. This risk is especially concerning during highway driving, when an unexpected braking event or even a momentary distraction could have serious consequences. A safety-critical control should require deliberate activation and should not be susceptible to incidental contact. I strongly urge Honda and federal safety regulators to investigate this design, evaluate the risk of accidental activation, and consider relocating the switch or implementing additional safeguards. This is an unnecessary and preventable safety hazard that should be addressed before someone is injured.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773555October 25, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
This has happened multiple times within a couple of months. The automatic emergency breaking automatically breaks when there is no danger of a collision at all. The first time is when I was coming out from under an overpass on the highway, and the shadow made the car think that a collision was imminent and slammed on breaks. I was going 70 miles an hour and luckily no one was behind me. Another time was when I was driving through an area with road work and was following the path set by cones. The car thought I was going to run into the cones and slammed on breaks, although I was just turning with the bend that the cones created. The car hasn't been inspected by anyone.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773556October 25, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
This has happened multiple times within a couple of months. The automatic emergency breaking automatically breaks when there is no danger of a collision at all. The first time is when I was coming out from under an overpass on the highway, and the shadow made the car think that a collision was imminent and slammed on breaks. I was going 70 miles an hour and luckily no one was behind me. Another time was when I was driving through an area with road work and was following the path set by cones. The car thought I was going to run into the cones and slammed on breaks, although I was just turning with the bend that the cones created. The car hasn't been inspected by anyone.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773353October 24, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving on interstate highway at normal highway speed car sun roof glass shattered without being impacted by anything to my knowledge. Due to the cover being pulled closed the glass did not rain down into passenger compartment but otherwise it could have.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773395October 24, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
When traveling down a road the CMBS will detect an object at times in your path of travel. Other times for example I was traveling i95 North in the middle lane, car detected a vehicle to my left and then indicated the car was attempting to cut me off thus activating breaking system, there wasn't any vehicles to my left or right. There was vehicles directly behind me and to my far right lane. Such issues have happened multiple times, I've spoken to 3 different Honda dealerships regarding this matter, I've been unsuccessful in getting this dangerous issue resolved. I'm told the technician would have to replicate the issue, well this CMBS issues happens randomly without any prior warning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773342October 23, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE
On 09/18/2026, at 103,000 miles, my vehicle suffered a dangerous powertrain failure where numerous dashboard warning lights illuminated and the car suddenly dropped into "Limp Mode" with an immediate loss of acceleration while in active traffic. I took the vehicle to a certified Honda dealership, where technicians officially diagnosed the issue as a "Fuel System Too Rich" condition (Diagnostic Trouble Code P0172). The dealership confirmed that the factory-installed direct fuel injectors are failing prematurely and leaking raw fuel into the engine cylinders. This manufacturing defect causes severe engine oil dilution, where gasoline contaminates the oil pan, creating an immediate stalling hazard and an extreme risk of a high-speed rear-end collision. Online owner forums and dedicated global social media groups indicate that thousands of other 10th-generation Accord owners are experiencing this identical safety defect. Honda corporate has formally denied goodwill assistance, treating this severe engineering flaw as standard wear and tear. The vehicle and failed components are fully available for inspection upon federal request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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