According to Au7o's analysis of 25,080+ owner reports, the 2000-2025 Honda Accord has 25 documented known issues, with 19 rated critical. The most serious are Denso Fuel Pump Impeller Failure - Safety Recall NHTSA 20V-374 ($0-$0 repair), V6 Automatic Transmission Failure and Gear Slipping ($250-$4,500 repair), V6 VCM Excessive Oil Consumption and Engine Vibration ($81-$3,500 repair), Takata Airbag Inflator and SRS Warning Light Problems, ZF 9-Speed Transmission Rough Shifting, Shudder, and Hesitation (2.0T) ($0-$7,000 repair), 1.5L Turbo Engine Oil Dilution ($100-$8,000 repair), Denso Fuel Pump Failure ($0-$1,200 repair), CVT Start Clutch Juddering ($200-$4,500 repair), Ignition Switch and Immobilizer Shut-Off / No-Start ($180-$900 repair), V6 Timing Belt and Water Pump Required Service (Interference Engine) ($1,000-$1,900 repair), Electric Power Steering (EPS) Failure. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $8,000. at .
White Paint Clearcoat Peeling (Taffeta White/White Diamond Pearl)
29K-43K
A/C Condenser Leak and Refrigerant Loss
30K-80K
11th Gen 2.0T Direct Injection Carbon Buildup and Idle Vibration
30K-50K
Starter Motor Failure - Direct Injection Carbon on Starter Ring Gear
60K-120K
CVT Start Clutch Juddering
80K-120K
Hybrid Inverter/Power Control Unit (PCU) Cooling System Failure
80K-120K
V6 Timing Belt and Water Pump Required Service (Interference Engine)
84K-126K
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⚠️NHTSA Recalls8 recalls
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles. The front seat belt pretensioners may be missing the rivet that secures the quick connector and wire plate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assembles," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Campaign #23V78200021/11/2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
Campaign #24V76300014/10/2024
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
According to Au7o's analysis of 25,080+ owner reports, the 2000-2025 Honda Accord has 25 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Denso Fuel Pump Impeller Failure - Safety Recall NHTSA 20V-374, V6 Automatic Transmission Failure and Gear Slipping, V6 VCM Excessive Oil Consumption and Engine Vibration. Of these, 19 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Honda Accord reliable?
The 2000-2025 Honda Accord has 25 known issues documented across 25,080+ owner reports. 19 issues are rated critical: Denso Fuel Pump Impeller Failure - Safety Recall NHTSA 20V-374 and V6 Automatic Transmission Failure and Gear Slipping and V6 VCM Excessive Oil Consumption and Engine Vibration and Takata Airbag Inflator and SRS Warning Light Problems and ZF 9-Speed Transmission Rough Shifting, Shudder, and Hesitation (2.0T) and 1.5L Turbo Engine Oil Dilution and Denso Fuel Pump Failure and CVT Start Clutch Juddering and Ignition Switch and Immobilizer Shut-Off / No-Start and V6 Timing Belt and Water Pump Required Service (Interference Engine) and Electric Power Steering (EPS) Failure and Starter Motor Failure - Direct Injection Carbon on Starter Ring Gear and Automatic Emergency Braking False Activation (CMBS) and Hybrid Inverter/Power Control Unit (PCU) Cooling System Failure and Brake Hydraulic Line Failure and Soft Pedal and Passenger-Side Front Subframe Rust Corrosion and Hybrid Power Loss While Driving and Engine Balance Shaft Seal / Timing Component Oil Leak Risk and Ignition Interlock / Key Removal Allows Rollaway. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Honda Accord problems?
Repair costs for known Honda Accord issues range from $0 to $8,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Denso Fuel Pump Impeller Failure - Safety Recall NHTSA 20V-374, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Honda Accord is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Honda Accord. Based on owner reports, issues are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2000-2025 Honda Accord with 25 documented issues from 25,080+ owner reports.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Campaign #23V85800018/12/2023
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
