10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,450 miles

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problem #37

Nov 052017

Accord

  • 66,928 miles
Vehicle was parked in private residential driveway and not moving. Woke to find engine compartment of vehicle in flames.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #36

May 112017

Accord

  • 35,000 miles
The battery was messed up and I wasnt even aware of the recall and I had to pay for a replacement battery. I just read about the recall

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #35

Nov 162017

Accord

  • miles
My 2014 Accord ex sedan is on recall notice and I am having a final repair on the battery management senor next week. For several weeks I am experiencing an electrical problem intermittently trying to start my car. When I push the start button with my foot on the brake pedal sometimes the care does not start. I have had the car since Nov. 2013 and have only had this problem for the past few weeks. All symbols on the instrument panel light up and quickly go off and I get a notice on the instrument panel "power is on": when I push the button again 1-3 times, the car starts. I have not experienced problems with stalling or cutting off while in motion. My battery is only 2 yr. Old. And it was just checked last month and the charge was ok. Clearly there is a short affecting ignition of the ignition of the engine. The problem I have described has so far only occurred when the car is stationary. I only have 42,000 miles on the car and so this should not be happening and is quite disturbing; it can become a major safety problem. I know that NHTSA has issued Honda electrical system campaigns F/ recall notices for other Honda vehicles with the same problem, but yet for my 2014 sedan. It needs to be included. From reviewing the NHTSA complaint database it is clear this is a known problem by NHTSA and Honda and needs to be dealt with. I am requesting that this complaint be expeditiously investigated and the problem for my car and is recognized as a systemic problem for multiple Honda products for many years and Honda figure out a permanent solution. I am requesting that Honda covers the cost of parts/labor to fix even though I am past the regular warranty period (except I am still within the power train warranty ) this week (November 13 to 11/17) problem occurred 4 times.

- North Bethesda, MD, USA

problem #34

May 012017

Accord

  • 60,000 miles
There has been numerous complaints in regards to the starter having a "grinding", "static-like", or "whining" sound and it has seemingly affected my car as well. For example, when I am preparing to leave for my destination, do a basic press of the starter button, and I will hear that grinding and whining sound... on occasion, it will take a number of tries to get the car started. This has been happening on the regular. There is a Honda technical bulletin (dated February 5, 2016) number 16-002 in regards to the starter and also a pending class action lawsuit (merkin V. Honda North american Inc., american Honda motor co., Honda motor company ltd.) I cannot pinpoint an exact date on when this started (I gave you my best answer), but it has been going on for several months and I fear if it continues, it could hurt my car in the long run or I could possibly be stranded if I go on a long journey somewhere

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #33

Jul 242014

Accord

  • miles
Car has started to stall while driving. I was coming up to a red light traveling about 10 miles per hour and the car cut off.

- Dublin, GA, USA

problem #32

Jul 112017

Accord

  • 42,000 miles
My car has been to Honda twice for the same problem. The first incident was June 20th at 5pm at whole foods in phoenix. The car would turn over then die. The next morning I took it to Honda (it started and drove). I picked it up at 5pm, they stated they could find nothing wrong with the car. As I'm sitting in the car at Honda the car died and wouldn't start. The next day they told me it was the starter and replaced it and I picked up the car Friday June 23rd. The car was fine until Sunday around 3pm at safeway on phoenix where the car would start and then die. I took an uber home and scheduled a tow. When I got back to safeway the car started and I drove it home. Monday morning June 26 I took it to my local mechanic who diagnosed the fuel pump to be bad after two days. I towed it back to Honda on June 28th to have the fuel pump changed under warranty. They had to order the part and I did not get my car back until July 8th. On my way to work Tuesday July 11th the car died while on the freeway interchange between I10W and I17N and was forced to the side of the rode (there's barely a shoulder) and wait for a tow as the car would no start. I was towed to showcase Honda where the car is now. This last incident was more than just an inconvenience it was completely unsafe. This is the third time they have had the car and I have almost no confidence they are capable of figuring out what is wrong with this car (that's under warranty) and I honestly don't feel safe driving that car any longer.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #31

May 012017

Accord 4-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
Initial problem with push button start - would not start on first push. Started at about 55K mileage. Problem has worsened - may start on first push, but sometimes takes many pushes in combination with brake release and depressing or just pushing without touching the brake - then braking and pushing. Very intermittent in terms of how many pushes - sometimes just a couple, sometime 10 or more! now at just under 60K mileage, car cannot be trusted. Error codes come up as 85-01 vsa system malfunction and 61-11 vsa modulator control unit power source circuit (ic) low voltage and B-1240 - a problem in the mode control linkage door or motor. These error codes do not seem related to the push button start issue, but is another problem to investigate and fix. The push button problem happens to many people and Honda is aware of it. My mechanic called his inside contact at the local dealer and they keep starters on hand for this. They will not handle as a warranty or 'recall' type problem and one has to pay a lot for the fix - starter replacement can be close to $1K!! another Honda contact knows of this issue - it is because the starter on the Accord, especially the 2.4L engine, is mounted below the exhaust manifold, heats up significantly and begins to fail - depends more on the # of starts than mileage, apparently. My Accord is started many times per day. This issue should be fixed under a recall event, I believe, but I must get mine fixed now!!! not good! also a problem from day 1, is the forward warning camera gets hot, here in southern cal, and will not work until the ac system cools it down. Very unsafe and worthy of further review as well.

- Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA

problem #30

Apr 182017

Accord

  • 52,020 miles
I have reported the loss of motor oil to the dealer twice, in April, and today June 10. The service technician stated that Honda will lose a quart of oil every 1000 miles.. I asked lose?? he said yes. I am concerned that they are not addressing the issue. This is the second time I go in to get service.

- Whittier, CA, USA

problem #29

Apr 102017

Accord

  • 56,000 miles
2014 Honda Accord sport experiencing progressive intermittent starting problems with 56,000 miles on odometer. Car has a new battery less than 4 months old. Clicking sound can be heard under engine but starter will not turn. After 3 to 15 attempts starter will engage and car starts. Problem occurs at any time, with hot or cold engine. Internet search shows many others are experiencing same problem. Dealers are recommending starter replacement. Dealer repair is between $600 to $900.

- North Hills, CA, USA

problem #28

Aug 012016

Accord

  • miles
Excessive oil consumption....Honda saying it is normal.....

- San Antono, TX, USA

problem #27

Dec 062016

Accord

  • 47,100 miles
In July 2016, dealer replaced starter based on service bulletin. Had complained for some time that occasionally when starting the vehicle, the starter energizes but does not engage the flywheel. I provided a video of the occurrence to the dealer which prompted the replacement in July. Car was fine for a couple of months, then the problem began to reoccur. Returned to dealer who evaluated and because the issue is intermittent could find nothing wrong. On 12/6/16, tried several times to start my vehicle without success. All you hear is the whining of the starter, I have on video. Let vehicle sit a while and tried later with success. Brought vehicle back to dealer the next day, showed them the video. The took vehicle in and determined everything was normal. They did not experience the issue with the starter because it is intermittent, occurring about every 3-4 days. They sent me on my way. I am concerned that with winter in full swing, I will be stranded out in my car because of a faulty starter. I am uncomfortable going anywhere with my vehicle.

- Gardner, MA, USA

problem #26

Sep 012016

Accord

  • 43,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact heard a loud noise coming from the motor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #25

Nov 122016

Accord

  • 33,000 miles
The 2014 Accord ex-L V6 has issues downshifting while coasting at 45mph down to 25mph in city streets. At 40mph and 30mph, the RPM goes from 2K to 1K quickly and roughly. Also, the car hesitates when trying to accelerate around 30mph or 40mph.

- Saint Paul, MN, USA

problem #24

Oct 132015

Accord

  • 12,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. While driving 70 mph, the RPM gauge fluctuated consistently without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

- Connersville, IN, USA

problem #23

Sep 122016

Accord

  • 27,022 miles
This vehicle has no start condition at time. Battery has been replaced in three different occassions during a course of 26 months. This vehicle was stationary.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #22

Aug 212015

Accord

  • 22,221 miles
Flashing dashboard: Fcw, engine light on, stabilizer control light, ABS- all the lights flashing on dash board, unable to start card. Brake pedal very hard. Car was parked on street in front of home. Fifth time this has happened the dealer claims it's the fourth time. Car problem has never been fixed. The dealer blames alarm department. The alarm department claims dealer always blames them. However, I bought the car from the dealer, they are responsible for permanently fixing this problem. The dealership has not fixed this problem since it began in 2015. This falls inside of 18 months lemon law. I am not a mechanic but it seems to me that this is a ongoing electrical problem that the dealership seems not receptive about it.

- Whittier, CA, USA

problem #21

May 282016

Accord

  • 19,065 miles
Did see one time low oil pressure signal for about 2 sec when did move on the street with the speed about 30 mph. Did add one quarter of the oil. In two days there was no oil in engine. Immediately bring the vehicle to dealership at 9am on 5/28/16 can't trust this vehicle and do afraid to use it.

- Denver, CO, USA

problem #20

Mar 152016

Accord

  • 6,000 miles
Car was stopped with transmission in park and engine idling. The engine accelerated to over 2000 RPM with foot on brake and not on accelerator. I pushed the stop/start button and shut engine off. I restarted engine and it again ran at over 2000 RPM with foot on brake and not on accelerator. Shut off and restarted again and it went from over 2000 RPM back to normal idle. I drove car home and had two repeat accelerations so drove car to shop.

- Tulsa, OR, USA

problem #19

Jan 182016

Accord

  • 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning while driving approximately 20 mph. The vehicle came to a stop when it crashed into a pole. The driver sustained bruises to the right and left wrist that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, but a diagnostic was not performed. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V121000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

- Fredericksburg, TX, USA

problem #18

Nov 052015

Accord

  • 33,700 miles
My 2014 Honda Accord coupe has 33,900+ miles and for the past year, I have had it in to fox Honda in grand rapids four times for the same problem. The problem is, that it stutters often when accelerating and twice, the engine has stalled out and had to be restarted. Fox motors plugs a computer into the car and they tell me that there are no reports of any problems and they can't fix what they can't detect. Two days ago, while driving to the va hospital in battle creek, I pulled out into traffic on anderson rd/street and the car stalled and a fedex semi had to drive onto shoulder and onto a yard to keep from hitting us and if he hadn't, we might have been killed. I took the car into fox motors and they are standing pat, refusing to help us. They did offer to buy the car back from me, but for a terrible price and I asked them what they would do with it and they dealership manager said that they would resell it with confidence and I refused to sell it to them if they were going to resell it with a service certification. How dare them do that! I don't know what to do next.

- Petoskey, MI, USA

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