2013 HONDA ACCORD
5 recalls, 1,892 complaints - 228 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
25V422000 Jul 7, 2025
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Honda Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission. The affected vehicles were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentuc... Read more
Consequence
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OM2. This recall expands previous recall number 20V769.
23V858000 Dec 18, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
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, F... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
20V769000 Dec 10, 2020
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland... Read more
Consequence
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
17V418000 Jun 29, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda... Read more
13V297000 Jul 8, 2013
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Accord vehicles that are Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV) II rated that were manufactured January 15, 2013, through April 5, 2013. The fuel tank neck may be out of specification causing the fuel pump to not properly seal to the f... Read more
Consequence
An insufficent seal may led to a fuel leak which increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, nut and O-ring gasket free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Honda's recall number is JA9. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000.
Complaint Statistics
1,892 total complaints
112 crashes 20 fires 94 injuries 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 406 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 359 |
| ENGINE | 217 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 143 |
| POWER TRAIN | 122 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 75 |
| AIR BAGS | 58 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 54 |
| SEATS | 48 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 48 |
SUSPENSION
Jul 10, 2026
Incident date: Jul 9, 2026
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 81-20 INTERNAL CIRCUIT FAILURE. CLEARED DTC. ROAD TEST VEHICLE, 81-20 DTC RETURN REPLACE VSA MODULATOR W/BRAKE FLUSH, STARTER MOTOR INTERMITTENTLY SEIZING UP, FRONT ENGINE MOUNT LEAKING, BOTH FRONT SWAY BAR END LINKS LEAKING GREASE, VALVE COVER GASKET LEAKING. HIGH MILEAGE A... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2026
Incident date: Jul 9, 2026
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 81-20 INTERNAL CIRCUIT FAILURE. CLEARED DTC. ROAD TEST VEHICLE, 81-20 DTC RETURN REPLACE VSA MODULATOR W/BRAKE FLUSH, STARTER MOTOR INTERMITTENTLY SEIZING UP, FRONT ENGINE MOUNT LEAKING, BOTH FRONT SWAY BAR END LINKS LEAKING GREASE, VALVE COVER GASKET LEAKING. HIGH MILEAGE A... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 10, 2026
Incident date: Jul 9, 2026
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 81-20 INTERNAL CIRCUIT FAILURE. CLEARED DTC. ROAD TEST VEHICLE, 81-20 DTC RETURN REPLACE VSA MODULATOR W/BRAKE FLUSH, STARTER MOTOR INTERMITTENTLY SEIZING UP, FRONT ENGINE MOUNT LEAKING, BOTH FRONT SWAY BAR END LINKS LEAKING GREASE, VALVE COVER GASKET LEAKING. HIGH MILEAGE A... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
Whenever in park or reverse the vehicle suddenly power cycles. The vehicle also power cycles when steering and locks the wheel. This can be fatal if it happens on the public road in the middle of traffic.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
Whenever in park or reverse the vehicle suddenly power cycles. The vehicle also power cycles when steering and locks the wheel. This can be fatal if it happens on the public road in the middle of traffic.
STEERING
Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
Whenever in park or reverse the vehicle suddenly power cycles. The vehicle also power cycles when steering and locks the wheel. This can be fatal if it happens on the public road in the middle of traffic.
STEERING
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: Jun 25, 2026
The first time it happened, the power steering of the car suddenly stopped working while driving on the highway. Now it happens randomly and usually start with a quick jerking motion of the steering wheel. I've looked into this and lot of Honda Accord owners had this issue before. I want to file ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
Honda Accord 9th Gen ABS/VSA Issues - DTC Code 81-20 /32-11. TPMS/ABS/VSA/Brake/Power Steering lights are on. Dealer claim is an ABS module issue and need replacement.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
Honda Accord 9th Gen ABS/VSA Issues - DTC Code 81-20 /32-11. TPMS/ABS/VSA/Brake/Power Steering lights are on. Dealer claim is an ABS module issue and need replacement.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
Honda Accord 9th Gen ABS/VSA Issues - DTC Code 81-20 /32-11. TPMS/ABS/VSA/Brake/Power Steering lights are on. Dealer claim is an ABS module issue and need replacement.
STEERING
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
Sudden and total loss of Electronic Power Steering (EPS) while driving. The EPS light came on and the steering wheel became too heavy to safely steer, creating an immediate crash hazard. The dealer found diagnostic trouble code 34-05.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Ford is not providing parts to fix safety recall 25SA9 / NHTSA Recall 25V695. Our backup camera has been displaying “rear view camera is unavailable” for months. Notices went out in October and they STILL do not have parts available to fix it. This is a huge safety hazard for our 16 year old... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Car suddenly had many warning lights. A red “BRAKE” light flashes. Lane keep and adaptive cruise stopped working. The steering feels numb and doesn’t return to center. Took to dealer for diagnostic. They reported a VSA computer module failure. Researching VSA failure I found there is a co... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The rear passenger side sail applique flew off the truck while I was driving on the freeway.
POWER TRAIN
Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: May 28, 2026
Transmission shutter had to have torque converter replaced aug of last year and valve body may of this year replaced on the 8l90. Which has a know issue with 2015-2019 but i have the same problem those years are having
ENGINE
May 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
Engine Failure at 35,000 miles due to well known and documented engine design flaw between cylinder 2 and 3. The gasket fails and leaks coolant into the cylinders causing engine failure. An upgraded 2020 engine that has fixed the issue is required.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
May 21, 2026
Incident date: May 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 FORD F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he had a loss of motive power and check engine warning light was illuminated when driving, almost causing an accident due to not being able to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diag... Read more
STEERING
May 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
Reporting severe dealer negligence and physical structural damage during secondary repairs for Federal Safety Recall 20V-769 / Campaign W9F at Darcars Honda (Fairfax, VA). The technician severely violated Honda TSB 20-125 protocols, physically mushrooming the steel on the left lower control arm (LCA... Read more
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
May 17, 2026
Incident date: May 17, 2026
My rear window exploded on its own without provocation. Were I driving, it would have injured me with the glass. I reported this problem to the dealer and called the police when it happened. No warning lamps or messages appeared.
SERVICE BRAKES
May 8, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
My 12 Volt plug does not work. My infatainment system stopped workin
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while her son was driving 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to slow down as intended. The driver attempted to use the parking brake to slow the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to slow down. The message “Brakin... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
XXX Power Assist Step Reversing I have a 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD that the local dealership (Ozark MO 65714) is stating has expired and not covered by the warranty. I researched online and as I understand this recall falls under SAFTEY recalls and is to be fixed and doesn't expire? It requires no p... Read more
STEERING
Mar 21, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2016
The steering has recently become "sticky" requiring more pressure to make steering adjustments and worse on turns. It is not a one time occurrence but continues to be a problem daily. I have read that there have been recalls for this same issue in model years from 2022-2025 with some complaints fro... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Mar 21, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2016
Due to my husband driving the vehicle, ISP states it looks like he crossed into an oncoming semi-chip truck trailer, causing a fatal accident and killing him instantly. The 2025 Toyota Tacoma's Safety Sense obviously failed since my husband is now dead. We had the 2025 Tacoma in the prior week due t... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Mar 21, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2016
Due to my husband driving the vehicle, ISP states it looks like he crossed into an oncoming semi-chip truck trailer, causing a fatal accident and killing him instantly. The 2025 Toyota Tacoma's Safety Sense obviously failed since my husband is now dead. We had the 2025 Tacoma in the prior week due t... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
POWER TRAIN
Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 19, 2026
I was driving my car one day and as I was coming down the road the car jerked and picked up speed like on its on and I had to really stop abruptly to stop the car. I thought that was strange, I didn't have any warning lights or any indication that anything was going on I just thought it was weird, t... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 28, 2026
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
When the brake pedal is pressed on the brakes will grab. It snatches the car kinda hard. Also when you give the car gas it will hesitate and will not accelerate. Another with the gas is that you can be driving at a higher speed such as 45 to 55 or so and you press down the gas pedal like your going ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 27, 2026
Incident date: Feb 27, 2026
A car turning left on a one lane both way street. The the auto breaking system hit the breaks I was about 6’ away from car going 10 miles per hour. Car behind me almost hit the back of my truck. It took second before breaks let off. System was in normal mode.
SUSPENSION
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Oct 27, 2025
I am filing this complaint regarding repeated premature strut failure on my 2022 Subaru Forester. The original set of struts failed at approximately 36,000 miles. The issue was not covered under warranty and required replacement. At approximately 60,000 miles, the replacement struts are again faili... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Oct 27, 2025
This a second report following a visit to the dealer for system check. At that service, we were advised that no issues were identified, we were told that sunlight could cause the Subaru “EyeSight” system to disengage. Today, 25 February, the vehicle EyeSight system continues to disable and ena... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 23, 2026
Incident date: Jan 24, 2025
The car in front of me did not put brakes on or slow down and hit a car that was slowed to a stop in front of her. I was behind her and hit by brakes and tried to avoid the collision. My brake assist did not work; my car did not alert me and did not try to help me stop. I was told when i bought the ... Read more
Crash
2 injured
POWER TRAIN
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Dec 13, 2025
I will have random downshifts while driving my car. Sometimes on the highway at high speeds driving 65-70mph the Ford F150 trucks down shifts to a very low speed. Will also do it at 45 mph and downshift to a very low speed. Has almost caused accidents putting the safety of everyone in the truck and... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MAL... Read more
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MAL... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MAL... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 31, 2026
Incident date: Jan 21, 2026
I am submitting this complaint to report a potential safety defect with the windshield glass on my 2025 Subaru Forester. Since purchasing the vehicle in May 2025, I have experienced repeated windshield damage that seems excessive and abnormal for a new vehicle. Within the first two months of owners... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 31, 2026
Incident date: Jan 21, 2026
I am submitting this complaint to report a potential safety defect with the windshield glass on my 2025 Subaru Forester. Since purchasing the vehicle in May 2025, I have experienced repeated windshield damage that seems excessive and abnormal for a new vehicle. Within the first two months of owners... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Jan 22, 2026
While driving my 2025 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve during morning rush hour traffic and moving with the speed of traffic, the accelerator (gas) pedal assembly physically broke off, causing an immediate loss of throttle control. The failure occurred in active traffic at a busy intersection located... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2024
Driving on the highway, I slowed down from 65mph to 45-50mph due to standing water ahead of me, immediately after hitting water, the engine stumbled. Soon after the engine stopped running. In hybrid mode only, was not able to maintain speed. I noticed the smell of fuel in the cabin, I noticed my veh... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 23, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2024
ICCU failure, vehicle disabled while driving leaving me stranded.
AIR BAGS
Jan 22, 2026
Incident date: Jan 22, 2026
While driving, the vehicle experienced an unintended side airbag deployment without any collision or impact. At the same time, the seatbelt locked, the vehicle came to a sudden stop, and a hybrid system malfunction warning appeared. The vehicle immediately became undrivable and was towed. The vehic... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 20, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 90,480, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 141,510.
ENGINE
Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2024
GMy name is Duane Willett and I filed a Lemon Law claim Dec 8th and was referred to make a complaint to NHTSA by the Texas DMV.The vehicle is coming up on three months of non use due to the Manufacturer issued stop ride which was issued on two separate occasions. I purchased the 2025 Kawasaki ZX-6R ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
On [XXX], while operating my 2024 Tesla Model Y in Full Self-Driving (Supervised) mode, the vehicle experienced an Uncommanded Steering Input leading to a collision. The vehicle was traveling at a very low speed of approximately 5 mph in a clear, simple environment. Despite this walking pace, the FS... Read more
Crash
WHEELS
Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
On [XXX], while operating my 2024 Tesla Model Y in Full Self-Driving (Supervised) mode, the vehicle experienced an Uncommanded Steering Input leading to a collision. The vehicle was traveling at a very low speed of approximately 5 mph in a clear, simple environment. Despite this walking pace, the FS... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
My Odyssey has a no-restart issue related to Auto Idle Stop. Engineer did not restart at red light and I had to push the button twice. We were caught in traffic and was not safe.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 2, 2026
Incident date: Dec 14, 2025
Hello Sir/Madam, While driving on Interstate I-75 at approximately 70 mph, the yellow check engine warning light suddenly illuminated. Immediately afterward, the vehicle began to shake violently, lose engine power, and run extremely rough. The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power, and pressi... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
While driving car shifted from 2nd to neutral. Engine rpms went up but no power was transfered to tires. Had to put car into park and then back into drive to regain power transfer to tires. Luckily no one was injuried. Took car to local mechanic. Diagnostic came up with no error messages. Service te... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
I have had all warning lights go on disabled some options, gave me incorrect speed, (i ended up w a speeding ticket over that) made my vehicle go in limp mode ,didn't want to accelerate on highway, could have caused an accident I have a young child and was scared to even drive it. It turned out to ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
Transmission failure at 80,000 miles. This a known issue with 8F35 transmissions in these model years. Left me stranded and in danger on the roadway. The transmission has other recalls, and a TSB from Ford acknowledging the issues without recall for known failures. There were no lamps, indicator... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 HONDA ACCORD
2013 Honda Accord 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.9% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 HONDA ACCORD
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 34.0 | 29.0 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 34.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 33.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 31.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 28.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 35.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,100 |
CO2 Emissions: 307.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 HONDA ACCORD
228 manufacturer communications from 99 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 36 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 19 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 16 |
| 010000 STEERING | 14 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 11 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 9 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 8 |
APaS11292021
Nov 29, 2021
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
APaS11292021
Nov 29, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
APaS11162021902
Nov 16, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
APaS11032021901
Nov 3, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
APaS11032021901
Nov 3, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
APaS10142021
Oct 14, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
AHPa08262021
Aug 26, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain HEALTHY 2013 Accord which fit the criteria listed below.
A15-055
May 28, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
A15-055
May 28, 2021
010000 STEERING
Service Bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
A19-029
Jan 22, 2020
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
A19-029
Dec 18, 2019
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
A19-029 (v2)
Nov 5, 2019
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
A19-029
Nov 4, 2019
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
A19050B
May 16, 2019
010000 STEERING
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run
A19-034
Apr 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Bulletin - The engine will not start and sets DTC P2101 (electronic throttle control system [ETCS] malfunction).
CL_JT6_12202018
Dec 20, 2018
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Customer letter - The Electric Power Steering (EPS) torque sensor in a small number of 2013??A?A?14 Accord, 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid, and the 2014 Accord Hybrid vehicles may contain a manufacturing defect. If the EPS control unit detects
CL_JT6_12202018
Dec 20, 2018
010000 STEERING
Customer letter - The Electric Power Steering (EPS) torque sensor in a small number of 2013??A?A?14 Accord, 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid, and the 2014 Accord Hybrid vehicles may contain a manufacturing defect. If the EPS control unit detects
ABOM09282018901
Sep 28, 2018
010000 STEERING
Dealer message - Today, American Honda is announcing a product update campaign and warranty extension affecting 28,934 model year 2013-2014 Accord, Accord Hybrid and Accord Plug-in Hybrids. This is an expansion to a product update that was
A15-056
Sep 28, 2018
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty coverage on all electric power steering torque sensors to 13 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. This only applies to vehicles with EPS DTCs 53-01 torqu
A15-055
Sep 28, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
ABOM08092018901
Aug 9, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer message - Today, American Honda is notifying dealers of a voluntary noncompliance recall for a small number of Honda vehicles due to an error on the replacement (service part) underhood emissions labels. American Honda previously not
A18070
Aug 9, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with a label listing incorrect information. The affected emission labels are replacement service parts, and were not in
A18045
Aug 6, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service bulletin - There is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver's or the front passenger's window. The wind noise is caused by a gap between the run channel and the inner sash or the run channel and the sash trim.
A15087
Aug 6, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service bulletin - There is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver's or the front passenger's window. The wind noise is caused by a gap between the run channel and the inner sash or the run channel and the sash trim.
A15011
Aug 6, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service bulletin - There is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver?s or the front passenger?s window. The wind noise is caused by a gap between the run channel and the inner sash or the run channel and the sash trim.
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
A18-060
Jun 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement f
A17-089
Mar 22, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - Engine oil consumption exceeds customer expectations. The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089
Mar 14, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - Engine oil consumption exceeds customer expectations. The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089
Mar 2, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - Engine oil consumption exceeds customer expectations. The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-018
Feb 27, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-017
Feb 27, 2018
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
ATS180205
Feb 15, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). If the phonebook doesn
AVE02142018901
Feb 14, 2018
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dealer message - Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter.
ATS180203
Feb 13, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn?t responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there?s debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the sc
A17-089
Feb 8, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089_v2
Jan 30, 2018
022110 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Service bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089_v2
Jan 30, 2018
021210 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Service bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089
Jan 24, 2018
022110 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Service bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-089
Jan 24, 2018
021210 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Service bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase.
A17-017
Jan 12, 2018
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-017
Jan 12, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-017
Jan 12, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A18010F
Jan 10, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short ratt
A18010F
Jan 10, 2018
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short ratt
A18010F
Jan 10, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short ratt
A18010F
Jan 10, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short ratt
A18010F
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short ratt
ATS171105
Nov 18, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, Pandora doesn?t work on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). We think this may be due to some c
ATS171103
Nov 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD).
A17-047
Oct 27, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - When adjusting the height or tilt, the driver?s side power seat does not move or moves just a small amount and clicks loudly when doing it. The vertical transmission assembly (VTA) unit has a stripped internal gear.
A17-063
Sep 15, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - The water pump seized or the drive belt shredded. The water pump bearing is out of specification.
A17-063
Sep 15, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - The water pump seized or the drive belt shredded. The water pump bearing is out of specification.
ATS161003
Sep 7, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY
Tech line summary article - Do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? ? The B5 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. ? The engine cranks, but it won?t start. ? The engine starts, then it stops.
ATS161003
Sep 7, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - Do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? ? The B5 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. ? The engine cranks, but it won?t start. ? The engine starts, then it stops.
ATS161003
Sep 7, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Tech line summary article - Do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? ? The B5 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. ? The engine cranks, but it won?t start. ? The engine starts, then it stops.
A16-002
Aug 11, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - The starter grinds or spins at startup. The clearance between the starter motor gear and the torque converter ring gear is not optimal.
ATS160717
Aug 2, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Tech line summary article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a shor
AJA05074
Jul 28, 2017
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Job aid - Indirect TPMS, first introduced in the 2013 Accord, provides the same function as direct TPMS but does it differently. And because of that, it remains a source of confusion for both service techs and customers alike. This job ai
A14-030
Mar 31, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SLAPPING OR CLICKING FROM THE ENGINE AREA AT IDLE. DEBRIS MAY BE RESTRICTING OIL FLOW TO THE CAM CHAIN AUTO-TENSIONER.
A14-030
Mar 31, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SLAPPING OR CLICKING FROM THE ENGINE AREA AT IDLE. DEBRIS MAY BE RESTRICTING OIL FLOW TO THE CAM CHAIN AUTO-TENSIONER.
A17-018
Mar 4, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60 MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE T
A17-017
Mar 4, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60 MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE T
A16-061
Mar 4, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN IS REPLACED BY 17-017, 2013?17 ACCORD: JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH ALL VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS BULLETIN WERE SUPERSEDED TO 17-017."
ATS160717
Mar 2, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE ENGINE RATTLE AT STARTUP FOR ABOUT 1 TO 3 SECONDS? WHAT?S HAPPENING IS THE LOCK PIN INSIDE THE VTC ACTUATOR ISN?T HOLDING THE ACTUATOR PROPERLY. THIS LETS THE VANE TURN WITHIN THE HOUSING, CAUSING A SHORT
A15-010
Feb 17, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The MIL is on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A15-055
Feb 17, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
A15-055
Feb 17, 2017
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Service bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
ATS160703
Feb 1, 2017
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE REAR WINDOW GLASS LOOK DISTORTED OR BLURRY, ESPECIALLY WHEN VIEWED THROUGH THE REARVIEW MIRROR? WE?RE CURRENTLY REVIEWING THIS ISSUE AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION.
ATS161003
Jan 31, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE B5 (7.5 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN IT STOPS.
ATS161003
Jan 31, 2017
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE B5 (7.5 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN IT STOPS.
ATS161003
Jan 31, 2017
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE B5 (7.5 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN IT STOPS.
ATS161003
Jan 31, 2017
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE B5 (7.5 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN IT STOPS.
A17-006
Jan 5, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE REAR TRAY RATTLES WITH THE AUDIO UNIT ON, ESPECIALLY WITH SIGNIFICANT BASS. REPLACE THE TORSION BAR CLIP, THEN ADD EPT SEALER, AND WOOL FELT TO THE REAR TRAY.
A05-032
Nov 22, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.
A16110B
Nov 18, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - SOMETHING TO KEEP IN MIND: AFTERMARKET RADAR DETECTORS MAY INTERFERE WITH THE GPS ANTENNA MOUNTED BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. A COMMON ISSUE THAT?S BEEN REPORTED FROM THIS INTERFERENCE IS THE VEHICLE POSITION (VP) IC
ATS160717
Nov 17, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE ENGINE RATTLE AT STARTUP FOR ABOUT 1 TO 3 SECONDS? WHAT?S HAPPENING IS THE LOCK PIN INSIDE THE VTC ACTUATOR ISN?T HOLDING THE ACTUATOR PROPERLY. THIS LETS THE VANE TURN WITHIN THE HOUSING, CAUSING A SHORT
ATS161003
Oct 27, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE NO. 5 METER (10 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN ST
ATS161003
Oct 27, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE ISSUES? ? THE NO. 5 METER (10 A) FUSE IN THE UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX IS BLOWN. ? THE ENGINE CRANKS, BUT IT WON?T START. ? THE ENGINE STARTS, THEN ST
ATS160701
Oct 21, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE AWARE THAT WHEN DRIVING REGULARLY ON DIRT ROADS IN VERY DRY AND DUSTY CONDITIONS, THERE CAN BE REPEATED OCCURRENCES OF THE MIL COMING ON WITH DTC P2422 (EVAP CANISTER VENT SHUT VALVE STUCK CLOSED MALFUNCTIO
ATS160717
Oct 19, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE ENGINE RATTLE AT STARTUP FOR ABOUT 1 TO 3 SECONDS? WHAT?S HAPPENING IS THE LOCK PIN INSIDE THE VTC ACTUATOR ISN?T HOLDING THE ACTUATOR PROPERLY. THIS LETS THE VANE TURN WITHIN THE HOUSING, CAUSING A SHOR
ATS160703
Oct 7, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE REAR WINDOW GLASS LOOK DISTORTED OR BLURRY, ESPECIALLY WHEN VIEWED THROUGH THE REARVIEW MIRROR? WE?RE CURRENTLY REVIEWING THIS ISSUE AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION. THIS ISSUE ALSO AFFECTS SERVICE PARTS
ATS160703
Oct 7, 2016
358100 EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE REAR WINDOW GLASS LOOK DISTORTED OR BLURRY, ESPECIALLY WHEN VIEWED THROUGH THE REARVIEW MIRROR? WE?RE CURRENTLY REVIEWING THIS ISSUE AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION. THIS ISSUE ALSO AFFECTS SERVICE PARTS
A15087
Oct 4, 2016
358100 EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A NOTICEABLE WIND NOISE AT EAR LEVEL FROM EITHER THE DRIVER?S OR THE FRONT PASSENGER?S WINDOW. THE WIND NOISE IS CAUSED BY A GAP BETWEEN THE RUN CHANNEL AND INNER SASH.
16-061
Aug 3, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE TOR
ATS160701
Jul 16, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE AWARE THAT WHEN DRIVING REGULARLY ON DIRT ROADS IN VERY DRY AND DUSTY CONDITIONS, THERE CAN BE REPEATED OCCURRENCES OF THE MIL COMING ON WITH DTC P2422 (EVAP CANISTER VENT SHUT VALVE STUCK CLOSED MALFUNCTIO
ATS160717
Jul 12, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DOES THE ENGINE RATTLE AT STARTUP FOR ABOUT 1 TO 3 SECONDS? WHAT?S HAPPENING IS THE LOCK PIN INSIDE THE VTC ACTUATOR ISN?T HOLDING THE ACTUATOR PROPERLY. THIS LETS THE VANE TURN WITHIN THE HOUSING, CAUSING A SHORT
A16070C
Jul 8, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICENEWS ARTICLE - DURING CVT REPLACEMENT, MAKE SURE YOU FILL THE REPLACEMENT CVT TO THE PROPER FLUID LEVEL WITH HONDA GENUINE HCF-2. IF YOU DON?T, YOU COULD WIND UP WITH TRANSMISSION FAILURE AND A COMEBACK. A CVT WITH LOW FLUID WILL MAK
A16060H
Jun 28, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - WHILE DRIVING UNDER STEADY CRUISE (BETWEEN 30 AND 65 MPH) OR LIGHT ACCELERATION, DOES THE ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY RATTLE OR RUNS ROUGH WITH THE MIL BLINKING? SINCE THESE DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE LIKELY TO ACTIVATE VCM OPE
A15-056
Jun 21, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON ALL ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING TORQUE SENSORS TO 5 YEARS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE WITH NO MILEAGE LIMIT. THIS ONLY APPLIES TO VEHICLES WITH EPS DTCS 53-01 TORQ
A15-056
Jun 21, 2016
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON ALL ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING TORQUE SENSORS TO 5 YEARS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE WITH NO MILEAGE LIMIT. THIS ONLY APPLIES TO VEHICLES WITH EPS DTCS 53-01 TORQ
A15010
May 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN - DTC P2422 MAY APPEAR WHEN DIRT CLOGS THE EVAP CANISTER VENT TUBE.
A16-011
Mar 18, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS CORROSION BETWEEN THE ENGINE WIRE HARNESS AND THE CKP SENSOR CONNECTOR, WHICH MAY RESULT IN MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0335 (CKP SENSOR NO SIGNAL) AND OR P0339 (CKP SENSOR CIRCUIT INTERMITTENT INTERRUPTION).
A09-010.V3
Mar 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - REPLACE THE VTC ACTUATOR IF THE ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR 2 SECONDS DURING COLD START-UP.
16-026
Mar 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System Indicator Is On with DTC P154A The Charging System indicator is on with DTC P154A (battery sensor internal failure). The battery sensor has an internal failure. Replace the battery sensor.
A16-026
Mar 4, 2016
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE BATTERY SENSOR MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL FAILURE, RESULTING IN DTC P154A.
A16020C
Feb 10, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - ARE YOU HEARING A FLAPPING OR FLUTTERING FROM THE LEFT REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE VENT POSITION IS SET TO FLOOR/DEFROST, RECIRC IS TURNED ON, AND THE BLOWER SPEED IS SET TO AT LEAST THREE BARS? THIS NOISE IS COMIN
A16-002
Feb 5, 2016
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE STARTER GRINDS AT STARTUP DUE TO INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE STARTER MOTOR GEAR AND THE TORQUE CONVERTER RING GEAR.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA ACCORD
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA24002
Opened: Apr 15, 2024
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda A... Read more
RQ24006
Opened: Apr 4, 2024 , Closed: Mar 26, 2025
Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate
On April 4, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened RQ24006 to investigate American Honda Motor Co.’s (Honda’s) proposed remedy for recall 23V-782 as well as scope of the vehicles involved. Honda issued recall 23V-782 on November 21, 2023, which concerns certain model year (MY) 2... Read more
PE22003
Opened: Feb 21, 2022 , Closed: Apr 18, 2024
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda A... Read more
EA21001
Opened: May 6, 2021 , Closed: Aug 25, 2023
Loss of Direction Control
On May 6, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Engineering Analysis (EA21-001) to assess a sudden loss of steering control, in Model Year (MY) 2013-2015 Honda Accord vehicles. Consumers alleged while driving the steering wheel would pull to the left or the right independently. Stee... Read more
DP20005
Opened: Nov 23, 2020 , Closed: May 7, 2021
Loss of Direction Control
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition dated October 19, 2020 requesting an investigation of an alleged defect in the steering system in Model Year (MY) 2013 Honda Accord vehicles. The petitioner alleges that MY2013 Honda accord vehicles are experiencing a sudden loss of steer... Read more
PE15029
Opened: Aug 18, 2015 , Closed: Jun 17, 2016
SRS Control Module Failure
As discussed further below, and by letter dated January 22, 2016, Honda is recalling certain model year (MY) 2008 through 2010 Honda Accords to replace a defective air bag/SRS control module that can result in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) becoming fully inoperative (disabled).See NHTSA Sa... Read more
PE14033
Opened: Nov 4, 2014 , Closed: Oct 6, 2015
Electric Power Steering Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-033 to investigate 24 complaints alleging loss of power steering while driving in model year (MY) 2013 Honda Accord vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS).Analysis of service data for the original 24 complaints and 33 additional com... Read more
AQ14004
Opened: Oct 30, 2014 , Closed: Apr 21, 2016
Honda EWR Reporting
In a Consent Order executed on December 29, 2014, American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) admitted that it violated the Safety Act by failing to report certain death and injury incidents that were required to be reported to NHTSA under 49 C.F.R. ? 579.21(b), and by failing to report certain customer satisf... Read more
EA14004
Opened: Jul 29, 2014 , Closed: Jan 4, 2016
Inadvertent Side Air Bag Deployment
Honda is conducting a safety recall of approximately 303,900 model year 2008-2009 Honda Accord sedans to address inadvertent deployment of the side air bags (see NHTSA recall 15V-665 for more information).It should be noted that almost all of the recalled vehicles are the 2008 Accords (built from st... Read more
PE14004
Opened: Jan 31, 2014 , Closed: Jul 29, 2014
Inadvertent Side Air Bag Deployment
ODI has identified 293 incidents of alleged inadvertent deployment of the side air bags in model year (MY) 2008 Honda Accord 4-door vehicles.This total represents all incidents reported to both ODI and Honda including those from Honda's warranty system (note: the total shown above eliminates all dup... Read more
DP10004
Opened: Nov 18, 2010 , Closed: Dec 14, 2011
Braking Performance
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a defect petition requesting that it open an investigation and recall MY 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles for a possible safety defect related to braking performance.The petitioner in a defect petition letter and in a complaint filed with ODI under... Read more
EA09001
Opened: Jan 5, 2009 , Closed: Oct 14, 2010
Ignition Shift Interlock
On August 4, 2010, American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA regarding a ignition interlock defect in approximately 384,220 model year (MY) 2003 Honda Accord and Civic and MY 2003 and 2004 Honda Element vehicles with automatic transmissions (Recall 10V-364... Read more
RQ08006
Opened: Sep 8, 2008 , Closed: Jan 5, 2009
IGNITION PARK-SHIFT INTERLOCK
ODI HAS RECEIVED 16 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING FAILURES OF THE IGNITION PARK-SHIFT INTERLOCK THAT ALLOWED THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WITHOUT THE TRANSMISSION BEING SHIFTED TO PARK IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002 AND 2003 HONDA ACCORD VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.ELEVEN OF THE ... Read more
PE05043
Opened: Aug 12, 2005 , Closed: Mar 24, 2006
SRS READINESS INDICATOR ILLUMINATION
THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE DESIGNED WITH AN OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM (OPDS) FOR THE PASSENGER SEAT TO SUPPRESS THE SIDE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF AN OUT-OF-POSITION OCCUPANT.ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OPDS UNIT AND SENSOR GRID MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO HIGH MOISTURE CONTENT AND/OR TO SPORADIC ELECTRICAL... Read more
DP04006
Opened: Oct 8, 2004 , Closed: Jan 13, 2005
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) PRODUCED AN INFORMATION REQUEST (IR) LETTER DATED OCTOBER 14, 2004 WHICH DEFINED THE SUBJECT VEHICLES AS MODEL YEAR 1999 - 2001 HONDA ACCORD VEHICLES WHICH WERE NOT WITHIN THE SCOPE OF PRIOR RECALL ACTION (03V423) HONDA CONDUCTED TO RESOLVE AN INTERLOCK DEFE... Read more
PE04053
Opened: Jul 26, 2004 , Closed: Nov 22, 2004
FRONTAL DRIVER AIR BAG
DURING TWO OF 13 NHTSA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT COMPATIBILITY CRASH TESTS, THE DRIVER-SIDE FRONTAL AIRBAG FAILED TO PROPERLY DEPLOY DUE TO A LARGE TEAR IN THE AIRBAG FABRIC.BOTH R&D TEST VEHICLES THAT CONTAINED A FAILED AIR BAG WERE 4-DOOR, 4-CYLINDER (L4) VEHICLES.SUBSEQUENT STATIC AND DYNAMIC TESTS ... Read more
EA03017
Opened: Sep 9, 2003 , Closed: Dec 17, 2003
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK
SIX OF THE ODI COMPLAINTS ARE DUPLICATIVE OF HONDA COMPLAINTS, AS WELL AS FOUR OF THE CRASHES.THE ONE INJURY OCCURRED WHEN A ROLLAWAY VEHICLE STRUCK THE EXITING OPERATOR WHO HAD INADVERTENTLY PARKED THE VEHICLE IN AN UNSECURED STATE (NOT IN PARK, BRAKE NOT ENGAGED).HONDA IDENTIFIED THE WARRANTY CLAI... Read more
PE03014
Opened: Apr 15, 2003 , Closed: Sep 5, 2003
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM
SIX OF THE ODI COMPLAINTS ARE DUPLICATIVE OF THE MANUFACTURER COMPLAINTS, AS WELL AS FOUR OF THE CRASHES.THE NOTED INJURY OCCURRED WHEN A ROLLAWAY VEHICLE THAT HAD BEEN INADVERTENTLY PARKED IN NEUTRAL STRUCK THE EXITING OPERATOR.THE WARRANTY CLAIM COUNT SHOWN FOR OTHER REPRESENTS INCIDENTS WHERE HON... Read more
PE02072
Opened: Oct 2, 2002 , Closed: Mar 28, 2003
SEAT FRAME BRACKET FAILURE
THIS PE WAS OPENED BASED ON 10 CONSUMER COMPLAINTS IN THE ODI DATABASE ALLEGING THAT THE POWER ASSISTED SEATS WERE FAILING IN CERTAIN 1998-2002 HONDA ACCORD VEHICLES.FAILURES ARE CONCENTRATED IN THE 1998-99 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES.THE BRACKET THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT BOTTOM TO THE SEAT BASE IS FRACTURING ... Read more
DP01002
Opened: Mar 1, 2001 , Closed: Aug 6, 2001
ABS
SQ99002
Opened: Jan 25, 1999
HEADLAMP WIRING
HONDA HAS APPARENTLY ISSUED A REPAIR KIT FOR HEADLAMP WIRING FOR THE HONDA ACCORD WHICH DOES NOT INCLUDE A SET OF INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOW THE WORK IS TO BE COMPLETED.THE PRODUCT NUMBER FOR THIS REPAIR KIT IS 06200-SEO-306 WITH COMPONENT PART NUMBERS 32119-SEO-3050 0060-1 AND 32109-SEO-3050 006002.THE A... Read more
PE96014
Opened: Feb 23, 1996 , Closed: Oct 31, 1996
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE93083
Opened: Sep 27, 1993 , Closed: Jan 31, 1994
STALLING
There is no summary currently available
EA91018
Opened: Mar 18, 1991 , Closed: Oct 31, 1991
TRUNK LID FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA91013
Opened: Jan 23, 1991 , Closed: Dec 5, 1991
DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE91023
Opened: Dec 5, 1990 , Closed: Mar 18, 1991
TRUNK LID FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE90123
Opened: Sep 27, 1990 , Closed: Jan 22, 1991
DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
DP88008
Opened: Jan 13, 1988 , Closed: Mar 30, 1988
ACCORD SUDDEN ACCEL-SEE DP87-026
ACCORD SUDDEN ACCEL-SEE DP87-026
DP87026
Opened: Jul 13, 1987 , Closed: Jul 21, 1987
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
DP87013
Opened: Mar 3, 1987 , Closed: May 4, 1987
HONDA HIGH ENGINE SPEED
HONDA HIGH ENGINE SPEED
PE86066
Opened: Jul 28, 1986 , Closed: Nov 3, 1986
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:INFORMATION FROM HONDA RELEVANTTO THIS PE WAS PROVIDED BY LETTER DATED 8 SEPTEMBER AND A PRESENTATION TONHTSA ON 2 OCTOBER.HONDA HAS ISSUED NO TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS OROTHER NOTIFICATIONS TO DEALERS RELATING TO FUEL FLOW AND DELIVERY, THROTTLECONTROL, OR... Read more
DP86013
Opened: Jul 8, 1986 , Closed: Aug 21, 1986
SEAT BELT RETRACTORS
SEAT BELT RETRACTORS
HONDA ACCORD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA ACCORD across all model years (1976, 2024).
414
Total Recalls
31,800
Total Complaints
32
Investigations
2,806
Reported Crashes
373
Reported Fires
83
Reported Deaths
HONDA ACCORD - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 110 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 200 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 142 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 346 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 327 | View |
| 2020 | 5 | 533 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 1,045 | View |
| 2018 | 6 | 2,835 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 762 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 813 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 817 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 1,429 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 5 | 1,892 | |
| 2012 | 8 | 506 | View |
| 2011 | 9 | 357 | View |
| 2010 | 13 | 703 | View |
| 2009 | 11 | 858 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 1,855 | View |
| 2007 | 10 | 700 | View |
| 2006 | 17 | 541 | View |
| 2005 | 24 | 880 | View |
| 2004 | 22 | 1,307 | View |
| 2003 | 24 | 2,384 | View |
| 2002 | 16 | 1,267 | View |
| 2001 | 19 | 1,160 | View |
| 2000 | 21 | 1,506 | View |
| 1999 | 17 | 1,345 | View |
| 1998 | 19 | 1,429 | View |
| 1997 | 15 | 546 | View |
| 1996 | 13 | 579 | View |
| 1995 | 14 | 673 | View |
| 1994 | 13 | 476 | View |
| 1993 | 11 | 222 | View |
| 1992 | 12 | 249 | View |
| 1991 | 13 | 242 | View |
| 1990 | 12 | 229 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 114 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 102 | View |
| 1987 | 3 | 131 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 63 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 19 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 25 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 1982 | 2 | 26 | View |
| 1981 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 1980 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 | View |