Engine complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | 2 | 2% | 6,000 miles |
| 2024 | 12 | 8% | 75,000 miles |
| 2023 | 11 | 13% | — |
| 2022 | 33 | 13% | 0 miles |
| 2021 | 41 | 17% | 109,000 miles |
| 2020 | 74 | 20% | 40,000 miles |
| 2019 | 194 | 28% | 85,000 miles |
| 2018 | 584 | 31% | 73,000 miles |
| 2017 | 62 | 12% | 36,000 miles |
| 2016 | 46 | 8% | 37,000 miles |
| 2015 | 110 | 18% | 54,000 miles |
| 2014 | 184 | 19% | 50,000 miles |
| 2013 | 186 | 13% | 41,000 miles |
| 2012 | 52 | 14% | 58,000 miles |
| 2011 | 29 | 10% | 72,000 miles |
| 2010 | 128 | 22% | 77,000 miles |
| 2009 | 140 | 19% | 63,000 miles |
| 2008 | 251 | 17% | 79,000 miles |
| 2007 | 54 | 10% | 70,000 miles |
| 2006 | 40 | 9% | 84,000 miles |
| 2005 | 56 | 9% | 77,000 miles |
| 2004 | 56 | 6% | 100,000 miles |
| 2003 | 146 | 7% | 99,000 miles |
| 2002 | 52 | 5% | 102,000 miles |
| 2001 | 43 | 5% | 92,000 miles |
| 2000 | 76 | 6% | 95,000 miles |
| 1999 | 172 | 15% | 97,000 miles |
| 1998 | 152 | 13% | 112,000 miles |
| 1997 | 58 | 13% | 153,000 miles |
| 1996 | 97 | 21% | 120,000 miles |
| 1995 | 44 | 8% | 91,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 25-35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle also stalled while being started. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called other local dealers: Spreen Honda Loma Linda (25050 Redlands Blvd, Loma Linda, CA 92354), Capital City Honda (3630 Fulton Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821: and Walnut Creek Honda Service (1707 N. Main St., 1699 Locust St., Walnut Creek, CA 94596), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer opened a case. …
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the instrument cluster lights illuminated. The message "Emissions System Power Reduced - See Dealer" was displayed. An unknown transmission message was displayed. The engine was not working properly. The message "Pull Over and Turn off Vehicle" was displayed. The contact pulled over for 10 minutes, restarted the vehicle, and continued to drive to the residence. The local dealer was contacted, and a service appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
There were no warning lamps or messages prior to the failure. My family was out of town, when the fire occurred. However, the neighbors were home and their home also sustained some damage. My home was a total loss. On June 16, 2026 I received a call while out of town that my home was on fire and it was a total loss. Statements from the neighbors and fire marshal were that the garage was on fire and then spread to the rest of the home. The only thing in the garage that could have started the fire was my Hybrid vehicle.
While driving my 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid, the vehicle suddenly displayed multiple warning messages, including a Check Engine Light, and immediately entered limp mode. Engine power was significantly reduced, making it difficult to accelerate and safely keep up with surrounding traffic. This unexpected loss of power created a potential safety hazard because the vehicle could not respond normally to throttle input. The vehicle was diagnosed by an authorized Honda dealership. The dealer confirmed Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2101 and determined that the throttle body assembly had failed. The throttle body assembly and gasket were replaced, and a software update was also performed before the vehicle could be safely driven again. I paid approximately $670.34 for the repair at the Honda dealership. …
The contact bought his goddaughter a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated while his goddaughter's husband was driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated the brake system, the admission system, the TPMS, and vehicle assist stability warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The owner towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the VTC to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the following day, the dealer informed the contact that the engine also needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 22.
The engine cylinder head developed a crack causing coolant leak, causing the coolant system to lose fluid. The leak originated from a hairline crack in the cylinder head, which has been confirmed by an independent, certified mechanic. The vehicle remained drivable initially, but a loss of coolant could lead to engine overheating, and catch on fire or smoke creating a potential safety hazard for the driver and others on the road. The vehicle was inspected at an authorized dealership at the direction of the manufacturer, which performed a teardown to diagnose the issue. After this inspection, additional engine components (timing chain and head gasket) were identified as damaged, though these failures were not present prior to the teardown. Other users facing similar leak issues were treated the same by dealership blaming other component issue and disregarding the visible crack. …
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while her son was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle shut off with several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact's son pulled off to the shoulder of the highway and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. While at the dealer, the mechanic discovered coolant leaking into cylinder #2, causing an engine misfire. The dealer replaced the head gasket. After the repair, the failure returned immediately upon driving the vehicle home from the dealer. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the failure persisted upon return of the vehicle. While checking the repair order, the contact discovered that the service report was blank. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure or determine the cause of the issue. The contact was not notified of the issue after retrieving the vehicle. …
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated and was hesitating while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the spark plugs were replaced. The contact stated that months later, the vehicle experienced the same issue and was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a blown head gasket. Two months later, the spark plugs were replaced again. Another two months later, additional components were repaired. The vehicle had been at the dealer for several months and the technicians were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The low engine oil warning light was illuminated, even though the engine oil level was not low. The dealer was unaware of the cause of the failure and stated that the engine needed to be dissembled for further inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. …
Related recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
On certain minivans, sedans, coupes, and sport utility vehicles equipped with v6 engines, a timing belt tensioner pulley on the water pump is misaligned and could cause the timing belt to contact a bolt on the cylinder head. Eventually the belt could be damaged and fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the water pump and if it is one of the defective pumps, the water pump and timing belt will be replaced. Owner notification began August 30, 2002.
Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Accord years have engine problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2018 (584), 2008 (251), 2019 (194), 2013 (186) and 2014 (184) model years. Engine complaints make up 31% of all complaints for the 2018.
Is there a recall for Honda Accord engine problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 15V-121 (engine, Mar 2, 2015); 02V-226 (engine, Aug 28, 2002). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Honda Accord engine problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 75,000 miles; 34% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the engine (224 mentions), followed by the engine › gasoline (154).
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.