10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,065 miles

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problem #32

Dec 262017

Accord

  • miles
Battery has left me stranded 3+ times. Not to mention that I have taken in the car a few times due to all the re-calls its hard. Battery and electronica blue tooth has its issues as well. Not keeping my connection clear and will have my calls become chipmunks connection and loud noise on the other end of the line making it difficult for bluetooth devise function usable & that is a safe road hazard, please advise [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #31

Aug 242017

Accord

  • 40,935 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the battery died after the vehicle was parked. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not towed. The vehicle was taken to Honda of freehold (4244 U.S. 9, freehold, NJ 07728, (732) 410-5508) where it was diagnosed that there was a dead cell in the battery. The vehicle was repaired with a new battery. The failure occurred after the vehicle had an open recall repaired for electrical issues related to the battery and a new recall was issued under NHTSA campaign number: 17V418000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 40,935.

- Monroe Township, NJ, USA

problem #30

Nov 292017

Accord

  • 15,000 miles
The starter grinds at startup.

- St Paul, MN, USA

problem #29

Jul 112017

Accord

  • miles
My vehicle was recalled for defective in battery sensors?? dealer mentioned it was on back order and never contacted us again

- Apple Valley, CA, USA

problem #28

Nov 082017

Accord

  • 38,531 miles
On Wednesday November 8th my wife went out to start our 2015 Honda Accord with 38,531 miles. The car did not start. We had the car towed to university Honda. The service advisor checked the car out and said that the car battery was dead. We were required to purchase a new battery for $127.63. I contacted american Honda requesting to be reimbursed the $127.63. They opened a case #06448979. My car is 2,531 miles outside its warranty. It has a recall notice for faulty battery sensors. The car was purchased 7/31/15, so the battery failed after only 27 months. The new battery that I purchased from Honda has a 100 month warranty with no mileage limit. A reasonable person would expect a new car battery to last longer than 27 months, especially since when Honda sells the battery separately from the car you are given a 100 month warranty. So either the battery was faulty or the faulty battery sensors caused the battery to fail prematurely. Tia from american Honda stated that the battery was beyond the 36,000 mile warranty and all she could do is give me 'Honda dollars' that I can spend on Honda products. She would not let me talk to anyone else. After researching this issue online and talking to mechanics, it seems that Honda has sold cars with faulty electrical systems that cause batteries to fail prematurely. I would like Honda to reimburse me for the costs that I have incurred and recall their faulty batteries.

- Davis, CA, USA

problem #27

Nov 022017

Accord

  • miles
I was informed of a recall affecting the battery/charging system of the vehicle. The mentioned issue already caused my battery to fail as well. When I took the car in for the repair the battery sensor was replaced free of charge. The battery was tested and was no good. This is a direct result of the failed battery sensing which was causing a charging system problem. I had to pay for $118.10 for the battery. I feel I should be reimbursed for the battery. Also, I had already taken the car in a few months before for the charging issue. I was made to feel like an idiot. The recall was not out at the time.

- Delco, NC, USA

problem #26

Oct 272017

Accord

  • miles
My issue is I purchased the vehicle from the Honda dealership and without any disclosed information, did they say anything about my vehicle being on recall. Also I drove out of the dealership told that my car passed the inspection but then told me I have to go get it inspected. My vehicle failed the inspection after I was told that it passed when it was at the dealership. The monitor catalyst, monitor evap, monitor 02, none we're ready for an inspection. I was then told that I have to keep driving the car to put some miles on it. Never heard of this before that's why I am reaching out.

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #25

Oct 222017

Accord

  • 57,000 miles
Went to leave from our garage and tried to start the car and it would not crank, radio come on but then everything begin to flicker but would not start, however this is not the first tome. I took vehicle to Honda dealer 2 wks ago and they said that everything they see is good...but it's apparent something is wrong.

- Laurel, MS, USA

problem #24

Oct 202017

Accord

  • miles
The 12-volt battery sensor caused my battery to overcharge and spill out most of the battery acid and corroded the cables. The sensor failed to alert me of the battery's state of charge and and now I have a dead battery. Honda of morgan hill will not replace my battery even though it was cased by the faulty sensor. They are having me pick up my car with a dead battery and will not replace it until I pay for a new battery. Yes, my car is passed the 36K miles but the battery and car is only 2 years old.

- Gilroy, CA, USA

problem #23

Oct 172017

Accord

  • 70,756 miles
Prior to today, I had an instance where all my panel lights came on and my car failed to start. After doing research I learned it could be related to a recall. I called the local dealership to schedule the recall repair and was told the parts were not yet available and they could provide a 'temporary fix' if needed until the parts were available. I elected not to have a temporary fix and wait for the parts to be safe. When going in today (2 months later) for an oil change and tire balance I asked about the recall and if the parts were available. I was told they were so I gave permission for the recall repair to be completed while the had my car for the other scheduled maintenance. I picked up my car at 5:45 after being told the repairs were complete. I left the dealer and went to a restaurant and when I got back to my car and tried to start it, all the panel lights came on again and it failed to start leaving me stranded with my 8 year old son 20 minutes from my home. I called the dealership for assistance and the service department was closed. I was told my a salesman to bring my car in tomorrow morning. I expressed my grave concern with the condition of the car considering the repairs were supposed to be done and the possibility of it turning off or not starting. I did not want to chance driving the car as I did not feel it was safe. While waiting for a ride, the instrument panel and display continued to blink and turn on and off when I attempted to start the car. When my ride arrives, we jumped off my battery to see if it would start. It started but was weak. I drove back to the dealership (5 miles) while being followed by my friend. I left the car and was given a loaner in hopes the repairs can be successfully completed. I worry that the repair won't be properly fixed (they don't have the part)and my safety and my son's safety will be compromised.

- Cary, NC, USA

problem #22

Apr 142017

Accord

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V418000 (electrical system). While idling, the vehicle stalled. The contact had to use jumper cables to restart the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to heritage Honda parkville (9213 hartford rd, parkville, md 21234 (410) 882-3000) where it was confirmed that parts were not available for the recall remedy. The mechanic provided a temporary repair, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to heritage Honda (725 york rd, towson, md 21204 (410) 823-9000), but no diagnostic failure codes were found and the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available/parts distribution disconnect.

- Rosedale, MD, USA

problem #21

Jul 282017

Accord

  • 30,000 miles
The contact owned a 2015 Honda Accord. While the vehicle was parked at the contact's residence, the vehicle caught fire. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was totaled and towed to an auto shop. The dealer (mcgrath city Honda in Chicago, il, 773-889-3030) referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that the failure was not included in a recall. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V418000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 30,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #20

Aug 222017

Accord

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. While driving 25 mph, the battery indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled temporarily. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Bellerose, NY, USA

problem #19

Aug 012017

Accord

  • 19,646 miles
I recently purchased a Honda Accord coupe 2015 with less than 20K miles and had 2 occurances where the car wouldn't start. The warning sign said fcw system failed and wouldn't start. Did several things, called for help at the dealer and after 20 minutes later, it randomly started. The second time my girlfriend was driving it to the grocery store and when she was getting ready leave, it did the same thing to her. Luckily her work was across the street and came back after her brake 2 hours later and randomly started. This car was never listed in a wreck, has a 1 year old new battery which was replace last year even though it's a 2015 and I'm reporting this August 2017. Please help with this if you have any information on remedying this situation. Thank you!

- O'fallon, MO, USA

problem #18

Jul 192017

Accord

  • miles
Condenser fin defective advised that the condenser fin was damaged from a rock the seat belt locks up, the alternator is causing the battery not to charge, the paint is chipping

- Melbourne, FL, USA

problem #17

Jul 032017

Accord

  • 9,000 miles
Car had about 9000 miles on it, wouldn't start after driving it for 25 minutes from home. Automatic shift seems to be locked. 4th of July weekend, long wait for tow truck to dealer. No service people there. I was given a sheet of paper showing a recall that has not been distributed yet for 2013-2016 Accord. The case for the battery sensor mounted at the top of the 12V battery may have been improperly manufactured with gaps that could allow for moisture entry, if moisture containing road salt, or other conductive substance, enters the battery sensor, it could result in an electrical short and subsequently, a fire. Refrain from calling tech line for updates. The fact is I am a woman and I buy a new or lease a new car every three or so years so that I won't be left somewhere stranded and in danger. Anytime a woman is helpless in a non working car, danger is the first issue. Sorry, but we do have to recognize the world is different for men and women. Honda service bulletin 17-057 this has been an issue according to the bulletin for 2013-2016

- Guerneville, CA, USA

problem #16

Aug 012016

Accord

  • 400 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. While attempting to start the engine, the vehicle failed to start. On several occasions, while driving, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to goady Honda in alhamdia, California where it was diagnosed that the alternator was faulty. The alternator and battery were replaced, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 400.

- Maywood, CA, USA

problem #15

Apr 142017

Accord

  • 33,300 miles
Owner was driving the 2015 Honda Accord hybrid on the freeway at speed limit (60mph) and suddenly the brake system failure warning light came on and the car was put on a "fail safe mode" or a driving speed of no more than 40mph. Luckily the owner was able to pull over to a safe area, called Honda for assistance and the car was towed to a Honda dealership. A diagnostic check was performed and an update of a vehicle software was made based on Honda service bulletin 15-057. I think Honda should recall all Honda Accord hybrid that have these issues immediately and have the vehicle software updated because of possible vehicle failure and injury to car occupants as being on a fail safe driving mode could happen anytime and could put the car occupants in a very dangerous and unsafe situation..

- San Ramon, CA, USA

problem #14

Apr 052017

Accord

  • 13,350 miles
My TPMS (tire pressure monitor system) signals false alarms. Most recently, 4-5-17, 60 miles after proper reset of the TPMS, the warning light lit up again. All four tires proved correctly inflated to 37.5psi (hot). For false TPMS alarms the manual instructs the owner to take the vehicle to the dealer for repair, under warranty. On 4-7-5 morgan hill Honda claimed (a) that my complaint is common and (B) that there is absolutely no fix. "Honda is very sorry." The inherent danger of a spurious warning light is obvious: Consider a strange light at 70mph in the diamond lane at night: If the driver cannot recognize the light, panic may ensue. And if the driver does recognize the light, what then? cross four lanes of traffic to find a safe place to exit in the dark in order to visually inspect black low-profile ("high performance") tires for inflation" what can go wrong for a woman pulling off the highway into a strange neighborhood to inspect her tires" theoretically "mike" at morgan hill Honda (408-500-3000) documented my case today, 4-7-17. He provided no paper receipt, as he did nothing other that spin a yarn about temperature variations as a probably cause. (garaged cars experience enormous temp variations every morning, winter and summer.) unless NHTSA is being drained as part of the "swamp", it should investigate this complaint vigorously.

- Morgan Hill, CA, USA

problem #13

Feb 212017

Accord

  • 19,422 miles
Honda Accord electrical system failed-brakes, steering, flasher lights, power, the electrical system failed as I was making a turn onto a very busy street. If this event happened on a busy street with a power failed system, I may have caused an accident to me and other cars due to lack of control.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

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