2019 Honda Accord
Common Problems
Ranked from 234 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
23 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.
- 1
Automatic Emergency Braking System Malfunction
121complaintsSafety riskOtherThe automatic emergency braking system malfunctions, applying brakes unexpectedly and causing potential accidents.
- 2
Fuel System Recall Not Addressed Timely
62complaintsSafety riskFuel systemRecall for fuel system issues is not addressed in a timely manner, leading to unresolved safety concerns.
Related recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
- 3
Warning Light Malfunctions
36complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple warning lights on the dashboard illuminate unexpectedly, indicating potential underlying issues with the vehicle systems.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
- 4
Engine Performance Issues
26complaintsSafety riskEngineEngine performance issues include rough idling, misfires, and hesitation, often leading to engine stalling and loss of power.
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Electrical System Failure Causing Dashboard Lights
22complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe electrical system failure causes multiple dashboard lights to illuminate simultaneously, indicating various system malfunctions.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Engine Head Gasket Failure
20complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine head gasket fails, causing coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders and combustion chamber, leading to engine overheating and loss of power.
$1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Engine Stalling Issues
13complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine randomly stalls while driving, often at high speeds, leading to potential accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Blown Head Gasket
9complaintsHigh severityEngineThe head gasket fails, leading to coolant intrusion into the engine and causing engine failure.
$1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Air Bag Warning Light Issues
8complaintsLow severityOtherIntermittent air bag warning lights appear without any known collision or impact, potentially indicating a manufacturing defect.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Dashboard Malfunction Causing Random Shutdowns
8complaintsMedium severityOtherRandom shutdowns of the dashboard and various system failures occur, often leading to the vehicle losing power and requiring immediate attention.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Dashboard Warning Lights
8complaintsLow severityOtherMultiple warning lights on the dashboard remain on, indicating various system failures.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Random Loss of Power and Acceleration
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe vehicle experiences random loss of power and acceleration, often accompanied by multiple warning lights on the dashboard.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Dashboard Warning Lights and Engine Misfires
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalDashboard warning lights and engine misfires occur simultaneously, often indicating underlying engine or fuel system issues.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Fuel Pump Issues
5complaintsMedium severityFuel systemMultiple reports of fuel pump malfunctions leading to engine stalling and requiring replacement.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
- 15
Automatic Braking System Malfunction
4complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe automatic braking system engages unexpectedly, causing sudden stops and posing a safety hazard.
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Accelerator Pedal Malfunction Leading to Unintended Deceleration
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe accelerator pedal malfunctions, causing the vehicle to decelerate and brake without driver input, posing a safety risk.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Brake caliper malfunction leading to uneven brake pad wear
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe rear brake calipers do not function properly, resulting in faster wear of rear brake pads compared to front pads.
$250–$700est. brake caliper replacement · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Check Engine Light and Multiple Warning Lights Indicating Electrical System Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple warning lights illuminate, indicating electrical system failures such as powertrain, engine, and propulsion system issues.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Fuel Pump Failure Causing Limp Mode and Power Loss
2complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel pump fails, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode and experience power loss.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
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Head Gasket Failure Causing Overheating and Power Loss
2complaintsHigh severityEngineThe head gasket fails, leading to engine overheating, power loss, and potential engine damage.
$1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Random Engine Misfires and Cylinder Misfires
2complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine misfires occur randomly, leading to cylinder misfires and potential loss of power.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 22
Unexplained Acceleration Loss
2complaintsSafety riskTransmissionVehicle experiences sudden loss of power and rapid deceleration with no throttle response, posing a safety risk.
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Unintended Automatic Emergency Braking Activation Without Obstruction
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe automatic emergency braking system activates unintentionally, without any detected obstruction, posing a safety risk.
Related recall: 20V771000
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.