2019 Honda Accord Hybrid
Common Problems
Ranked from 210 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
43 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
30complaintsHigh severityOtherForward collision avoidance systems malfunction, causing unexpected braking or system failures.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunctions
24complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, leading to loss of safety features and potential accidents.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Automatic Emergency Braking System Malfunction
20complaintsSafety riskOtherThe automatic emergency braking system engages unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to brake without a preceding obstacle.
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Dashboard Warning Light Issues
20complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple warning lights on the dashboard illuminate simultaneously, indicating various system failures.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Random Malfunction of Electrical Systems
19complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple electrical systems fail randomly, causing dashboard lights to illuminate and vehicle functions to malfunction.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Brake System Malfunctions Leading to Loss of Control
16complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system malfunctions, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Fuel System Malfunctions Leading to Loss of Power
16complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel system malfunctions, leading to loss of power and inability to accelerate, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Head Gasket Failure
12complaintsHigh severityEngineThe head gasket has failed, leading to coolant leakage and engine misfires.
$1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Electrical System Glitches
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalInconsistent power failures and instrument cluster malfunctions causing temporary loss of vehicle functionality.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Electrical System Malfunctions
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical system malfunctions cause various warning lights to illuminate and affect vehicle operation.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Engine Misfiring
8complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine misfires occur due to various issues, including low coolant levels and cylinder misfires.
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Engine Overheating
8complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine overheats due to coolant leakage and other cooling system failures.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Service Brakes Failure
8complaintsHigh severityBrakesService brakes fail unexpectedly, leading to potential accidents and safety risks.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Engine Stall During Driving
7complaintsHigh severityEngineReports of engine stalling during driving, often at high speeds, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Fuel Pump Issues
7complaintsMedium severityFuel systemReports of fuel pump issues leading to vehicle stalling and misfires, often requiring expensive repairs.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Fuel System Recall Delay
7complaintsMedium severityFuel systemMultiple reports of delayed availability of parts for NHTSA campaign 23V858000, leading to extended wait times for recall repairs.
Related recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Lane Departure Warning System Malfunction
7complaintsMedium severityOtherLane departure warning system malfunctions cause false alerts and unexpected braking, posing safety risks.
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Power Loss During Highway Driving
7complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe vehicle loses power and enters limp mode during highway driving, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Check Engine Light On Without Warning
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple instances of the check engine light coming on without any visible warning lights or symptoms.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Air Bag System Issues
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalAir bag system issues cause intermittent warnings and failures, potentially leading to safety concerns.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
5complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle and during acceleration, often requiring multiple attempts to restart.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 24
Suspension Noise and Instability
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension clunks and hydroplaning-like noises during cornering, indicating possible suspension component issues.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 25
Vehicle Stalls on Start-Up
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemSeveral reports of the vehicle stalling upon start-up, sometimes requiring multiple attempts to start.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Engine Misfire
3complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine misfires, causing the sensor lights to engage and affecting overall vehicle performance.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 27
Engine Misfire and Power Loss
3complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine misfires and experiences rapid deceleration, leading to a loss of power and potential total loss of propulsion.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 28
Fuel Pump Failure
3complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel pump fails, causing the vehicle to stall and require replacement.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Steering Issues Causing Jolts and Loss of Control
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel jolts unexpectedly, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
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Unexplained Acceleration and Deceleration
3complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle experiences unexplained acceleration and deceleration, leading to sudden stops or loss of control.
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Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist Failure
2complaintsMedium severityOtherAdaptive cruise control and lane keep assist functions fail or malfunction.
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Back Over Camera Malfunction
2complaintsLow severityElectricalIssues with rear backup cameras displaying colorful artifacts, affecting visibility during reverse maneuvers.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) Malfunction
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activates unexpectedly or fails to engage when needed.
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Collision mitigation system failures
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalCollision mitigation systems intermittently fail, leading to loss of safety features.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Engine Stall During Operation
2complaintsMedium severityEngineReports of engine stalling during operation, often at highway speeds, without warning lights indicating a fault.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 36
Engine Stalling and Check Engine Light
2complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stumbles and check engine light comes on, causing the car to slow down suddenly.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 37
Low-Tire Pressure Warning Light Malfunction
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe low-tire pressure warning light illuminates randomly, despite the tires being properly inflated.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 38
Paint Peeling Off New Car
2complaintsLow severityOtherClear coat and paint peel off new cars within weeks of purchase.
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Random Electrical System Failures
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple electrical systems fail intermittently, including LKAS, ACC, and other vehicle controls.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Recall Delay Impacting Resale Value
2complaintsHigh severityOtherOwners experiencing significant financial losses due to delayed recall repairs, impacting resale value and insurance costs.
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Sunroof Shattering
2complaintsSafety riskOtherSunroofs shatter without any apparent cause, posing a safety risk.
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Trunk Opening Issues
2complaintsLow severityOtherTrunk opens unexpectedly while driving or parked, requiring immediate attention.
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Unpredictable Acceleration During Parking
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe car accelerates uncontrollably during parking, potentially causing collisions and property damage.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.