Honda Accord Hybrid Best and Worst Years (2014–2025)
NHTSA data flags 2022, 2023, and 2024 as the Honda Accord Hybrid years to avoid, with complaint indexes of 82, 91, and 100. The 2014 and 2015 models are the best, with much lower complaint indexes of 18 and 9. 2023 stands out with 140 complaints and 6 recall campaigns.
- Model years
- 12
- 2014–2025
- NHTSA complaints
- 697
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Crashes reported
- 35
- Fires reported
- 3
- Top problem area
- Engine
Accord Hybrid Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Honda Accord Hybrid problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Best | 18 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 1 | Brakes | 47 | 5★ |
| 2015 | Best | 9 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 1 | Engine | 47 | 5★ |
| 2016 | No verdict | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Structure & Body | — | — |
| 2017 | Good | 27 | 45 | 3 | 0 | 2 | Brakes | 48 | 5★ |
| 2018 | Caution | 64 | 115 | 3 | 1 | 4 | Engine | 47 | 5★ |
| 2019 | Caution | 55 | 94 | 4 | 0 | 5 | Engine | 48 | 5★ |
| 2020 | Good | 45 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 5 | Electrical System | 48 | 5★ |
| 2021 | Good | 36 | 48 | 2 | 0 | 3 | Collision Avoidance & Cameras | 45.5 | 5★ |
| 2022 | Avoid | 82 | 54 | 6 | 0 | 1 | Collision Avoidance & Cameras | 45 | 5★ |
| 2023 | Avoid | 100 | 140 | 5 | 0 | 6 | Electrical System | 46 | 5★ |
| 2024 | Avoid | 91 | 76 | 3 | 1 | 4 | Steering | 46 | 5★ |
| 2025 | Caution | 73 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 2 | Brakes | 46 | 5★ |
Accord Hybrid years to avoid: what went wrong
2023 Honda Accord Hybrid Index 100 · 140 complaints · 6 recalls
The 2023 Accord Hybrid ranks worst overall, with 140 complaints and a complaint index of 100. Electrical System issues make up 35% of complaints (median mileage 7,820), and Brakes follow at 32% (median 9,670 miles). Owners reported vehicles stalling with multiple warning lights, power steering sticking after turns, and unintended acceleration while parking. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this year, including a tire repair kit defect, a seat cushion frame issue, and a software error causing the control module to reset while driving.
2023 electrical system problems →2023 brakes problems →2023 engine problems →
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Index 91 · 76 complaints · 4 recalls
The 2024 Accord Hybrid has a complaint index of 91, ranking second worst. Steering complaints top the list at 26% share with a median mileage of just 5,600, and Brakes and Electrical System each account for 20% of complaints, with brake failures reported as early as 700 miles median. Owners described vehicles failing to stop when parking, brake failure warnings during highway driving, and accelerator pedals not responding at a stop. Four recalls apply to this year, covering tire repair kits, the ICM software reset, and seat cushion frames.
2024 steering problems →2024 brakes problems →2024 electrical system problems →
2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Index 82 · 54 complaints · 1 recalls
The 2022 Accord Hybrid carries a complaint index of 82, ranking it third worst of all years. Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints lead at 35% share, with a median mileage of 19,300 at failure, followed by Brakes at 20% (median 12,900 miles). Owners reported brake systems failing to respond and automatic braking not engaging, leading to crashes. Sudden unintended acceleration was also reported. The year had 6 crashes and 6 injuries logged, along with 1 recall covering airbag seat weight sensors.
Most common Honda Accord Hybrid problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Engine177 (25%)
- Electrical System164 (24%)
- Brakes140 (20%)
- Other140 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras108 (15%)
- Fuel System105 (15%)
- Steering62 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain51 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires32 (5%)
- Lane Departure29 (4%)
Frequently asked questions
- What year Honda Accord Hybrid should I avoid?
- NHTSA complaint data points to 2022, 2023, and 2024 as the years to avoid, with complaint indexes of 82, 91, and 100 respectively, the highest among all Accord Hybrid model years covered.
- What is the best year for the Honda Accord Hybrid?
- The 2014 and 2015 model years are rated Best, with complaint indexes of just 18 and 9, far lower than any other year in the lineup.
- Does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have a recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for 2023, including a tire repair kit sealant issue, a driver's seat cushion frame problem, and a software error that could cause the integrated control module to reset while driving.
- What is the top problem area for the Honda Accord Hybrid overall?
- Across all years covered, Engine complaints lead with 177 complaints (25% share), followed by Electrical System at 164 complaints (24%) and Brakes at 140 complaints (20%).
- Is the 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable based on complaints?
- The 2024 model has a complaint index of 91, ranking it second worst among Accord Hybrid years, with Steering as its top problem area at 26% of complaints.