Door Lock & Latch complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0% | 2,000 miles |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% | 66,000 miles |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% | 44,000 miles |
| 2016 | 3 | 0% | — |
| 2014 | 1 | 0% | 97,000 miles |
| 2013 | 3 | 0% | 46,000 miles |
| 2012 | 1 | 0% | 178,000 miles |
| 2010 | 2 | 0% | 114,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 0% | 10,000 miles |
| 2008 | 14 | 1% | 40,000 miles |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% | 32,000 miles |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% | 83,000 miles |
| 2005 | 10 | 2% | 89,000 miles |
| 2004 | 5 | 0% | 11,000 miles |
| 2003 | 18 | 1% | 49,000 miles |
| 2002 | 2 | 0% | 76,000 miles |
| 2000 | 9 | 1% | 70,000 miles |
| 1999 | 15 | 1% | 62,000 miles |
| 1998 | 7 | 1% | 90,000 miles |
| 1997 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 1996 | 13 | 3% | 101,000 miles |
| 1995 | 3 | 1% | 60,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (door latches, locks, hood and tailgate latches).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
I got in a car accident and one of the straps popped out. It was always snug and never wiggled before the accident. Please investigate this product for a recall. Luckly one strap still held on. Witnesses said she wasn't buckled properly but I always check to see if the base wiggles. (related vehicle information: model year=2016, make=Honda, model=Accord)
I got in a car accident and one of the straps popped out. It was always snug and never wiggled before the accident. Please investigate this product for a recall. Luckly one strap still held on. Witnesses said she wasn't buckled properly but I always check to see if the base wiggles. (related vehicle information: model year=2016, make=Honda, model=Accord)
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Honda Accord. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the trunk automatically opened. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and was able to close the trunk. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (san leandro Honda, 1302 marina boulevard, san leandro, california 94577) where it was diagnosed that the trunk latch failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the rear passenger door failed to open from inside or outside of the vehicle. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 46,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact opened the trunk and the door latch exploded causing the metal springs and cables to shoot out into the air. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The VIN was not available.
On thanksgiving night 2012, I went shopping and got back to my parents house around 11:00 pm. I had gifts and food in the car and the power door locks locked on me automatically with me in it. I finally was able to open the passage door and got out. The car door locked again and I was not able to get into the car either by using the keyless entry nor by manually trying to unlock it with the key in the door lock. I had to let the food stay in the car over night as well as the other things I had purchased. I am so glad I did not have my niece with me. The next day, I had to spend $60.00 to get a locksmith to open the door. About 6 months later the automatic door locks that locks when you put the car in drive, keeps locking every time a make a stop and pull off again. This is driving me crazy too. This is truly a safety issue. …
Multiple electrical difficulties vehicle has been at the dealership on 2 separate occasions due to sporadic working of the power door locks and keyless entry system. They still have not found the issue. It is worse when it is humid and/or rains. During the winter months of 2007/2008; the stereo's lcd went warped and the whole stereo had to be replaced. On memorial day 2008; the drivers side seat caught fire while I was sitting in it parked waiting on my children to come out of a theme park. My husband burned his hand trying to put out the fire; and was out of work for about 2-weeks due to the burn. The dealership and Honda refused to take responsibility for this fire; which started inside the seat due to the electronic seats and/or heated leather seats, as determined by the insurance company appraiser. …
2007 Honda Accord trunk deck. When you open the trunk deck in the open position it will not stay in place and it will come down and hit you in the head. Dealer has stated that there is nothing they can do. This has hit my family multiple times. I have contacted Honda America about this problem and they spoke to the dealer but LED to a dead end. Someone can get severely hurt. New cars in the showroom do not have this problem.
Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Accord years have door lock & latch problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2003 (18), 1999 (15), 2008 (14), 1996 (13) and 2005 (10) model years. Door Lock & Latch complaints make up 1% of all complaints for the 2003.
Is there a recall for Honda Accord door lock & latch problems?
No. NHTSA lists no locks & latches recall for any Honda Accord model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Honda Accord door lock & latch problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 62,000 miles; 39% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the doors › latch (42 mentions), followed by the trunk lid › lock (11).
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.