The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 74 of 234 complaints (32%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 233 in 2023 to 234 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 234
- Recall campaigns
- 6
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,300–$1,950
- Combined MPG
- 32–48
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,300–2,400 | 1,300–1,950 | 1,300–1,950 | 1,300–1,950 | 1,300–2,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–47 | 32–48 | 32–48 | 32–48 | 31–48 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–48 / 32–47 | 29–51 / 37–44 | 29–51 / 37–44 | 29–51 / 37–44 | 28–51 / 36–44 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 186–345 | 184–277 | 184–277 | 184–277 | 184–283 | |
| Complaints filed | 319 | 233 | 234 | 125 | 15 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 12 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 16 | 14 | 8 | 14 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Accord have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Honda Accord?
Steering: 74 of 234 NHTSA complaints (32%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Honda Accord get?
EPA rates it 32–48 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Honda Accord?
EPA estimates $1,300–$1,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 46 mpg | 41 mpg | 44 mpg | $1,400 | 201 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 29 mpg (low) | 37 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | $1,950 (high) | 277 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 51 mpg (high) | 44 mpg (high) | 48 mpg (high) | $1,300 (low) | 184 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 37 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 42 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 26 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 47 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
- Consequence
- A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 17, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 26V366 will need to have the new remedy completed.
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
- Consequence
- A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU):SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 18, 2025.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- A seat belt pretensioner missing a rivet will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are MG7 and NG5.