10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
8 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,390 miles

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problem #329

Aug 162023

Accord

  • miles
I got off work and went to car and open the door and it was smoke everywhere the electricity problem occurred between the radio dash and the middle car components everything is burned and melted through in the middle and I have sent in pictures to the car max claims to investigate.

- Baton Rouge , LA, USA

problem #328

Aug 112023

Accord

  • miles
The ABS Module Failure All of the dashboard light are on due the a Faulty ABS Module, YouTube and other Honda forums reported the same problems. The ABS Module is poorly designed The connectors are very thin and they break apart with the vehicle vibration, the Abs dashboard light, Steering control dashboard light, Traction control dashboard light, TPMS dashboard light all are in the ABS Module control unit. Honda need to Issue a Recall for the abs Module failing after 35k miles of its vehicles its a safety issue and it should be dressed. Thank You

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #327

Jul 252023

Accord

  • miles
My dashboard is lit up like a christmas tree. Went to dealer who found the ABS control module went out. The nation is out of this part as it is a common problem. There are several articles on the web that discuss how these have gone out and there is no where to buy the part and is not recalled yet. ABS system will not engage without this which is extremely unsafe. Apparently this is effecting 2013-2107 accords.

- Chalmette, LA, USA

problem #326

Jul 242023

Accord

  • miles
ABS, BRAKE, TCS and PSC lights illuminated indicative of VSC Modulator failure at 122,000 miles. Dealer stated part needs replacement. Too many issues on this issue to not be addressed by Honda.

- Elgin, IL, USA

problem #325

Jul 012023

Accord

  • miles
All dash lights come on. Fcw system failure. Abs/vsa module failed is what me and a lot of other people with the same car, have the same issues. Abs brake module to replace is $1100 and on backorder and alot of people can't drive there cars, some have had issues that almost caused accidents, mine seems to run fine for now, just started happening. Honda needs to do something about this, way to many people have this problem and Honda should be way more reliable and helpful for this common failure.

- Culpeper , VA, USA

problem #324

Oct 212022

Accord

  • miles
Abs module is a common issue on these vehicles I think it-??s ridiculous that owners have to come out of pocket 2600$ for a part that should be recalled ! The part is on back order and has been for almost a year now and it-??s impossible to get it anywhere else. Please do something about this as I love Honda but have never delt with something like this before. I would hate to have to switch to a different car at another company !

- Providence , RI, USA

problem #323

Dec 152022

Accord

  • miles
About six months ago the starter began to malfunction. It has malfunctioned intermittently ever since. A week ago my wife who drives this car told me the car fails to start more often as she goes to pick up our grandchildren and she is afraid it will simply quit working at all. I am fearing the same thing. She says it makes a clicking or grinding noise and the the dash board lights all come on. After several tries it has started, but I am afraid it will leave them stranded in an unsafe situation. These problems with the 2013-2017 Honda Accords are well know and documented. These cars should be recalled to address this issue. It's a crime that they haven't been. In many cases persons have spent a great deal of money without a solution. O'Daniel Honda in Omaha gave me a price of $818. to replace the starter motor. Yet for some people the problem is ongoing even after replacing the starter motor! Why hasn't a recall been issued?

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #322

May 032023

Accord

  • miles
Started vehicle and power steering was not functioning. Steering light illuminated on dashboard. Car was towed to dealership who started they secured the connection and the problem would not happen again. Two days later exact same issue occurred, no power steering and extremely difficult to steer.

- Acushnet, MA, USA

problem #321

Nov 202022

Accord

  • miles
Drivers side front door and passenger rear door lock actuator failed to lock and unlock doors. No warning lamps. Could not access door and could not open doors from inside. 2013 Accord Sport.

- Little Suamico, WI, USA

problem #320

Feb 212018

Accord

  • miles
My car has had problems turning on. The alternator and battery had been changed twice in the past 4 years. I-€™ve recently changed the battery and alternator and my car still has that problem of turning on my mecanic said it could be the starter now. So battery, alternator and starter problems.

- Brentwood , CA, USA

problem #319

Dec 202022

Accord

  • miles
Started noticing problem with steering a few weeks ago. Trying to turn left is very loose and oversteers so much that it almost takes me to a U-turn. Even driving straight, I often notice the car being pulled to the left like it's trying to make a turn on its own. Turning right seems more "normal" but also more difficult that I have to use more force to complete the turn. When I took my car in for state-mandated annual inspection, the inspector immediately notified me something is wrong with the steering rack and wouldn't pass inspection, and I should take the car to a mechanic. Manual examination of the car revealed no issues with physical parts, and alignment check also had no issues. So I had another appointment for the electrical system, which diagnosed that the EPS (electrical power steering) sensor is failing, giving inaccurate readings, pulling too much to left and "skipping" on right. They informed me this was a known issue with all 2013/2014 Honda Accords, and I have to spend $3000+ to replace the entire steering rack. Upon further research, I became aware that there have been thousands of complaints filed with NHTSA regarding the same issue, and there is a service bulletin 15-056 extending the EPS sensor warranty to 13 years. So I took my car to a Honda dealer. The technician and the service advisor both recognized the exact same symptoms as described by bulletin 15-056 and recommended the same $3000+ repair to replace the steering rack. However, they said this will NOT be covered by the extended warranty due to lack of DTC codes. She suggested maybe driving around more until I get a code, which according to the technician, only happens upon a catastrophic failure of the torque sensor. I contacted American Honda, and my request for coverage was out-right rejected. Only 41k miles on the car and had been so scared driving since issue started. Outrageous to me they want me to drive dangerously until sensor COMPLETELY fails when it's a known issue for years.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #318

Aug 152021

Accord

  • miles
2013 Honda Accord Deadly Electronic Power Steering Failure. Once the slightest input is received from the operator to move the wheel left, the wheel starts turning on its own in that direction and does not return to center. In some cases, the turn can be abrupt causing the vehicle to steer sharply into oncoming traffic or out of its lane. The problem is so bad that I had to have the fuse for the power steering pulled in order to avoid collisions, especially when my teenage son is operating the vehicle. The vehicle was purchased used with about 111, 000 miles on it and the steering worked for about 30 days. After that the above noted problem occurred without remedy. I made and posted a video that illustrates the problem. Please use the link below to see exactly what is happening. https://youtu.be/SNiLWlmFbm8

- Nicholasville, KY, USA

problem #317

Nov 162022

Accord

  • miles
No warning lights displayed on dashboard. Steering wheel began turning right by itself sitting in the driveway in park. I turned it back to the straight position only to have it turn again one half or more rotation. Took it to a parking lot ( flat area) it went in a circle by itself. I could stop it with some effort. While driving straight it kept pulling me right hard, not like a crowned road would do! The vehicle was bought new and only has 76,000 miles.

- Stephenson , VA, USA

problem #316

Jul 012022

Accord

  • miles
The electronic push start button doesn't work all the time. On most occasions, I have to press the push button 10-15 times before it engages. Have read many complaints online regarding the same issue, especially for 2013 models.

- San Ramon, CA, USA

problem #315

Sep 252022

Accord

  • miles
The electric power steering rack is binding up and making the car veer towards the right. It is not an alignment issue was check by Honda dealership. It-€™s a EPS, need replacement to correct. It-€™s a Honda Accord 2013 and I-€™m seeing it-€™s under review due to lots of complaints. The part to fix this issue is also 8-12 months to get. I need my car, and hoping this issue is recalled soon!

- Orange, VA, USA

problem #314

Sep 272016

Accord

  • miles
Since I bought this new accord, I replaced starter 3 times and I only have 73000 miles on it. The third time 4 lights came on. Honda company should recall these issues. No accidents

- Clovis, CA, USA

problem #313

Aug 252022

Accord

  • miles
My car just started clicking when trying to crank it. Had it tested everything is good but continues to click multiple times before turning over

- Biloxi, MS, USA

problem #312

Sep 012022

Accord

  • miles
Their is an issue when trying to start the vehicle. When the ignition button is pressed, the engine does not start. Instead, their is a grinding and whirring sound. I believe this is coming from the starter. It takes 3-4 attempts to start the car. Their are numerous complaints on many forums about this issue.

- Fair Lawn, NJ, USA

problem #311

Sep 152022

Accord

  • miles
The vehicle randomly won't start. Then after a few minutes with no intervention will start normally. The battery is new and fully charged. Mileage: 83k.

- Boston, MA, USA

problem #310

Aug 172022

Accord

  • miles
Eletric power steering was bad making it impossible to drive. Had it replaced at auto shop for 2 091 dllars. Honda dealer diagnosed it as power steering rack, independent auto shop said same, transmission warning light came on but was cleared by independent auto shop.

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

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