2020 Honda Accord
Common Problems
Ranked from 132 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
32 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 Malfunctions
30complaintsSafety riskOtherThe automatic emergency braking system activates unexpectedly, causing the car to brake without an obstacle in front.
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Dashboard Warning Light Malfunctions
14complaintsLow severityElectricalVarious warning lights on the dashboard illuminate intermittently or stay on, indicating potential system failures.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Random Braking Issues
7complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe vehicle experiences unexplained and sudden braking while driving, posing a safety risk.
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Air Bag System Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalIssues with the air bag system, including supplemental restraint system (SRS) problems and recalls not being addressed, pose safety risks.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Dashboard Warning Lights Persistently On
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple warning lights persistently remain on the dashboard, indicating various system malfunctions without resolution.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V771000
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Randomly Activating
6complaintsSafety riskOtherThe Forward Collision Avoidance System (CMBS) activates randomly without any obstacles, posing a risk of sudden braking and potential accidents.
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Fuel Delivery Issues
6complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel pump or fuel injectors fail, leading to engine misfires and poor performance.
Related recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Fuel System Issues Leading to Stalling
6complaintsMedium severityOtherFuel system issues, including misfires and fuel injector failures, lead to stalling and difficulty in acceleration.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Automatic Emergency Braking System Malfunction
5complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe Automatic Emergency Braking system engages unexpectedly without any vehicle or person in front of the car.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Brake System Malfunctions Causing Unintended Deceleration
5complaintsSafety riskOtherThe brake system malfunctions, causing unintended deceleration and sudden stops without any obstacles, posing a risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Forward Collision Mitigation Braking System Failure
5complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe Forward Collision Mitigation Braking System engages unexpectedly at high speeds with no apparent obstacles.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Head Gasket Failure
5complaintsHigh severityEngineHead gasket failure causes engine misfires, overheating, and cylinder leaks, leading to significant repair costs.
$1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Brake System Premature Wear
4complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe rear brake pads and rotors wear out prematurely, requiring frequent replacements.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Engine Performance Issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine misfires or stalls, affecting overall vehicle performance and reliability.
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Engine Stall at Idle
4complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stalls at idle, especially during stop-start system operation, leading to loss of power and difficulty in driving.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Unintended Acceleration
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle accelerates uncontrollably, posing a significant safety risk to the driver and others.
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Electrical System Malfunctions
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious electrical system malfunctions, including unexpected airbag deployment and warning light failures.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Fuel System Issues
3complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel system problems lead to all warning lights turning on, including emission and propulsion system issues.
Related recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Steering System Malfunction
3complaintsLow severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks in place and requires excessive force to turn, causing the car to jerk.
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Airbag Deployment Issues
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe airbags deploy unexpectedly, leading to potential injury or accident.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Automatic Braking Without Driver Input
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe brakes activate unexpectedly without any input from the driver, posing a significant safety risk.
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Electrical System Humming
2complaintsLow severityElectricalAn annoying humming sound occurs while driving, which stops when approaching a stop or opening front windows.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, especially during stop-start operation, leading to difficulty starting the vehicle.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 24
Fuel Injector Failure
2complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel injectors fail, leading to loss of engine power and check engine light.
$300–$1,200est. fuel injector replacement · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V215000, 23V858000
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Fuel System Issues Leading to Engine Problems
2complaintsMedium severityOtherFuel system failures, such as malfunctioning fuel injectors, lead to engine performance issues and stalling.
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Lane Departure Warning System Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe lane departure warning system activates unexpectedly, pulling the car back to the center lane.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Random Dashboard Light Illumination
2complaintsLow severityElectricalMultiple dashboard lights illuminate randomly, often indicating underlying issues with the vehicle's electrical system.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Supplemental Restraint System Malfunction
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe supplemental restraint system (SRS) malfunctions, causing the airbag warning light to flash or remain on.
Related recall: 20V771000
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Suspension Noise
2complaintsLow severitySuspensionThe suspension produces rattling noises, especially at higher speeds on grooved roads.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 30
Uncommanded Trunk Lid Opening
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe trunk lid opens uncommanded when the car is parked and not running, potentially causing damage.
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Unexpected Forward Collision Avoidance System Activation
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision avoidance system erroneously activates, causing the vehicle to brake unexpectedly.
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Unexplained Loss of Power During Acceleration
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences a sudden loss of power during acceleration, making it difficult to maintain speed and potentially dangerous.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes
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.