Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Honda Accord owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I was driving in Kansas City Kansas. On 635, It was around 6 pm. When I started exiting onto another highway. Due to car stalling by either transmission slipping, or the fuel pump stalling the engine headlights too dim with weird angle in lighting as well, Long story short.... I was almost the cause of a massive wreck ... it made for a quiet drive home... So I was also going to see if they've had a recall on 2005 honda accord aside from airbags.
Occasionally when coming to a full stop the engine will sudden rev and try to pull the car forward. Remaining on the brake will hold the car, slowly lifting the brake will allow the car to move forward a short distance and revving will cease.
May 4, 2015, 2005 Honda Accord v6 stalled and all systems non-functional while driving. Accord rear-ended a car at rest at a stop sign. In November 2011, the transmission gave out on freeway. Vehicle stayed on and I was able to quickly coast off the freeway, but drive train was out and needed to be replaced (105K miles). This transmission failure seems to be consistent with other NHTSA reports. In April, 2011 the Accord began stalling and all systems failed while the car was in drive and moving. In May, 2012 the dch Honda of temecula found faulty throttle sensor and replaced the part. The vehicle has not experienced this problem again until this failure and accident. I see several reports of accords stalling on this site. Is this a known problem? My daughter was fortunate this didn't happen when approaching oncoming traffic or the freeway. This seems like a serious safety issue.
Severely malfunctioning pollution control system or engine failure that emits burning oil and toxic smoke. This vehicle wa plate awj1933 was emitting burning oil and nitrous oxide components that were visible to the human eye. This vehicle was at the intersection of 112th ave/gher rd and sr500. It was idling and polluting cancerous clouds. It seems there is no online reporting form for vehicle air pollution in wa state, but there is one in oregon.
On 12/23/2016 had trouble with car hesitating, stalling then not starting, was in my driveway. Car towed to Honda dealer in burlington, ma. They replaced starter motor for $574.60 and on 12/29/2016 after I picked up the car, was driving in the fast lane on the highway and could not accelerate. Was able to get out of traffic and pull over. Eventually made it to a parking lot where car bucked, stalled and would not start. Towed back to Honda in burlington. They "cleaned out debris in maf sensor" and said "one of the cables on the throttle body is broken and May cause the same problem" suggested $819.00 repair. Car ran OK until 9/19/2017 when again could not accelerate on highway. Was travelling in the fast lane but managed to cross four lanes of traffic with no power. This was extremely dangerous and could have caused a serious highway crash for the second time. …
My car suddenly accelerated upon exiting a car wash as I changed from neutral to drive. The design of the exit lane from the car wash driveway and access to the four lane street where the car wash is located does not allow for any speed as there are two sharp turns . My car sped across the driveway, into a culvert and toward the heavy traffic. I applied the brakes immediately and steered the car away from the street, crossing several business parking lots and landscaped areas. My 2005 Honda Accord received several thousands dollars in damage. Honda denied it was warranty and did not show me the computer diagnostic evaluation. In fact, this information seemed to be closely guarded by the service department at Honda orr in hot springs, ar. I was told to contact my insurance company for repairs. …
My alternator is covered in alternator fluid including my serpentine belt all the way to my power steering reservoir . Also I've been noticing a loss of power in my vehicle , when I pump gas I try to fill it up and it wont fill up all the way to full it stays 1/4 less of full . Other thing is I had to take off the fuse for the radio due to the radio making loud popping sounds and turning of and on the speakers are fine its all original . This past weekend I noticed also when I was about to hit the road I wanted to set it on cruise control and it didnt work at all only the cruise control light was on and I used it a couple of times this year without problems till now .this week im going to the dealer to have my airbags fixed again due to an airbag recall .
I bought my car June 26, 2015 used I had no problems no signs any thing wrong.. Actually ran smoothly. On July 4, 2015 mid afternoon I drove to the store when I turn the car off it stall out making the sound on running out gas I had a full tank I drove back home and it was fine until the following day Sunday July 5,2015 mid evening my car start no problems unto I turn off the car 15 miles at a store when I got back in the car kept stalling out it would stay on as long as I had my foot on the gas as soon at I put my foot on the breaks it died out
Engine stalled multiple times while driving (at various speeds) and almost caused crash. Vehicle sometimes will not start, idles erratically while running or while driving, or stalls without warning while driving. Apparently there is a recall for this issue on other 2005 Honda accords however when I look up my vehicle's VIN, there is no recall. I called Honda and they too said there is no coverage for this repair as my vehicle is not included in the recall.
My airbags are off my door lock is broke I tried to lock the car one day the alarm went off and when I tried to put the key in the driver door the spring popped out so I haven't been able to lock my car . I put my car in the shop and once I did a few days later the maintenance required light came on.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
On certain vehicles, a coil wire inside the fuel pump relay May break, causing the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine May not start.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump relay free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2007. Owners May contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Fuel System complaints in other Accord years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2005 Honda Accord?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2005 Honda Accord, 4% of the model year's 656 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Honda Accord fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 07V-097 (fuel pump, Mar 14, 2007). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2005 Honda Accord fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 90,000 miles, and 19% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.