Is the Honda Accord Reliable?
1998–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Honda Accord Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 75 | 24 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2024 | 4 | 188 | 6 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2023 | 7 | 190 | 3 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2022 | 2 | 235 | 9 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 205 | 11 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2020 | 5 | 272 | 5 | 2 | 48 | Fair |
| 2019 | 5 | 618 | 15 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2018 | 5 | 1515 | 32 | — | 43 | Poor |
| 2017 | 2 | 401 | 20 | 2 | 48 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Accord Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Accord scores 15 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda Accord Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 3703 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Accord reliable?+
The Honda Accord scores 57/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 34 recall campaigns and 3703 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Accord is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Accord achieved the highest reliability score of 78/100 with 1 recall and 4 complaints.
How many miles does a Accord last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda Accord owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Accord will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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