Is the Honda Accord Reliable?
1998–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Open NHTSA Investigation
inadvertent automatic emergency braking
Component: forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
⚠ Historically, 50% of EA investigations became recalls.
An open investigation is NHTSA reviewing a potential defect — the earliest warning a recall may be coming. It is not a defect finding. See all vehicles under investigation →
Honda Accord Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 13 | — | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2025 | 3 | 102 | 24 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2024 | 6 | 198 | 6 | — | 44 | Fair |
| 2023 | 7 | 201 | 13 | — | 43 | Poor |
| 2022 | 2 | 255 | 11 | — | 41 | Poor |
| 2021 | 2 | 235 | 13 | — | 42 | Poor |
| 2020 | 1 | 290 | 5 | 2 | 39 | Poor |
| 2019 | 2 | 659 | 15 | — | 24 | Poor |
| 2018 | 2 | 1595 | 32 | — | 24 | Poor |
| 2017 | 2 | 407 | 20 | 2 | 30 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Accord Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Accord scores 33 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 3955 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Accord reliable?+
The Honda Accord scores 39/100 on our reliability index — rated "Poor." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 29 recall campaigns and 3955 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 49/100 with 2 recalls and 13 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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