Most common 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid problems
Share of the 24 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Honda Accord Hybrid complaints by model year
Best Accord Hybrid years: 2014. Years to avoid: 2023, 2018, 2024, 2019, 2017. Compare all years →
2014 Honda Accord Hybrid recalls (1)
Hybrid propulsion system
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 29, 2013, to May 30, 2015. Electrical interference may cause the hybrid system to switch into fail-safe mode, disabling the gasoline engine, limiting the vehicle's speed to 40 miles per hour and…
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the hybrid system software, free of charge. The recall began on November 6, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
What 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid owners say
Electrical system
Though there is plenty of fuel in the tank, petrol engine got cutoff while driving and all kinds of electrical errors started appearing on the dashboard. Eventually battery (electric) propulsion also turned off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated that there was a constant loss of electrical power, which shorted the battery function. A red warning indicator illuminated "12 volts" and to service the battery. The dealer (sullivan Honda, 45 migeon ave, torrington, ct 06790, [phone]) stated that the vehicle was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 17V418000 (electrical system) and that the battery sensor needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same failure as listed in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, provided no remedy, and also stated that the vehicle was excluded from the recall. The failure mileage was not available.
Brakes
After starting my car in a small parking lot, I shifted into reverse and I pressed gently on the accelerator the car lurched backward and kept accelerating even though I applied the brakes. After it had smashed into the parking lot curb, shrubs and cars parked 20 to 30 feet behind me, it finally stopped. The air bags deployed when and my car contacted the first fixed object. Fortunately, the other cars were empty so I was the only one injured. My car and two others sustained substantial damage. Two other cars were damaged slightly.
March 19,2016 I was in a small parking lot. I started the car push gently on the accelerator and the car hit the first car on the driver side and the airbags deployed and the hood came up. It hit the passenger side and I applied the brake . It hit two other parked cars behind me and a curb and finally stopped.the car kept accelerating.fortunately the other cars were empty so I was the only one injured. Williamsburg,virginia
Fuel & propulsion system
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 80 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The "Reduced Engine Power" warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that he veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle to allow the engine to cool down. The contact was able to restart the vehicle multiple times. The contact stated that upon research, he referenced that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V602000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. While attempting to restart the vehicle the message "High Temp Power Reduced" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the Power Control Unit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V602000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 150,000.
2014 Honda Accord Hybrid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | FWD | 49 / 45 / 47 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid a good car?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Accord Hybrid rates better than average: 42% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Accord Hybrid at the same age. It is one of the best Accord Hybrid years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid?
The electrical system — 4 complaints, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (4) and fuel & propulsion system (4).
How many recalls does the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid have?
There is 1 recall for the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid, the most recent from September 25, 2015 (hybrid propulsion system). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Honda Accord Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2018, 2024, 2019 and 2017. See the full Honda Accord Hybrid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 18,000 miles; 65% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.