Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2012 Honda Accord owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While stopped at a red light, I stepped on brake and without warning, the car accelerated uncontrollably, at a high speed. It crashed into a parked vehicle and was a total loss. i had my 17 mos. old granddaughter in a rear facing carseat, in the rear passenger side. Luckily, the Upa Baby carseat protected her and she was not hurt, nor was anyone else. Airbags did not deploy. Now i have to get a new car which is very costly, using the little I will get from insurance payout. The car was well maintained with less than 50,000 miles without any other prior incidents. I do see that other motorists have had similar experiences with this make and model. It should be investigated further, in order to avoid serious injuries to others.
I bought my Honda 2012 as a used vehicle about 1 1/2 ago. I have had the tires replaced all the way around almost twice. I have had it in the shop multiple times for a vibration and noise that starts at about 60 mph and seems to lessen when I get to around 75 mph. I also have had to get the tires aligned multiple times, once within 2 weeks time and the steering seems to get looser and looser. Still been unable to figure out why this is happening by my mechanic.
I'm not sure exactly when everything started but it's been a 2ish years. The lights on my steering wheel started blinking randomly. Then the cruise control stopped working. Then the lights went out entirely. Now the horn only works occasionally. It slowly got worse over time.
Tl* the contact owned a 2012 Honda Accord. While driving at approximately 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated on its own. The vehicle failed to slow down. The contact stated that the vehicle crashed into another vehicle's rear bumper, a sign, and a granite barrier. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.....updated 07/22/15 updated 10/11/2017
I was at a stop sign on private property preparing to make a left turn. I stepped on the gas pedal and the car accelerated immediately and went very fast. I could not stop it but a tree did. Even if I had floored the gas pedal the car would not have gone that fast that quickly. The distance was about 20 feet. The car is a total loss. I have read of others who have had the same thing happen to them - pulling into a parking space and driving on the interstate.
Vehicle accelerator snapped and caused accelerator to depress to the floor at full throttle while car was in motion, causing the driver to lose control of the car, jump a curb, and caused serious front end damage and driver injuries. ( car was declared a total by my insurance company. Airbag on driver's side did not prevent passenger collision with steering wheel and side air bag did not open.
I was at a stop sign on private property. I attempted to move forward to make a left turn and the car suddenly accelerated. I couldn't stop it - but a tree about 20 feet away did. Even if I had floored the gas pedal, the car would not have gone that fast that quickly. I have read of others that have had the same experience. Honda just says there is nothing wrong with the car.
The vehicle was backing up and when put in drive to park, the vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed. I was braking as hard as I could and it went over the block causing damage to my car and hitting the building causing damage . This happened after filling my car up with gas the night before. I need to know if there is a recall on this.
Pulling into a parking space car accelerated and brakes would not stop car. It drove through a plate glass window. My foot was not on the accelerator but on the brake. According to NHTSA this is a known problem.
VIN: [redacted] year: 2012 make: Honda model: Accord sedan when accelerating from stop or stop and go traffic, when accelerator is engaged car does not respond for appx. 5 seconds then accelerates at rapid pace causing a sudden jerk in acceleration. I have been behind other cars when this has happen which could have resulted in rear-in accident. Also crossing median with on-coming traffic on other side when car would stall while crossing almost causing on-coming car to hit me on passenger side. Since car was purchased used and out of warranty for this problem, townsend BMW, would not repair problem or even look at it after sale. This occurs at different times so have to drive for a while before it will occur. Will be taking to dealer soon when I can afford cost of parts and repairs. …
Acceleration complaints in other Accord years
Frequently asked questions
How common are acceleration problems on the 2012 Honda Accord?
NHTSA has 26 complaints about the speed control & acceleration of the 2012 Honda Accord, 7% of the model year's 373 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2012 Honda Accord acceleration problems?
No. NHTSA lists no speed control & acceleration recall for the 2012 Honda Accord, though it has 8 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2012 Honda Accord acceleration problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 21,000 miles, and 60% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 11 crashes, 1 fire and 6 injuries and 1 death to speed control & acceleration 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.