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2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

82/100

#3 most-complained of 12 Accord Hybrid years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid has a Complaint Index of 82 and ranks 3rd worst of 12 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 54 complaints, 1 recall, 6 crashes and 6 injuries, with Collision Avoidance & Cameras (35% of complaints) and Brakes (20%) as the top problem areas.

Complaints
54
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
6 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
45
46 city / 44 hwy

Top 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Collision Avoidance & Cameras19 (35%)
  2. Brakes11 (20%)
  3. Other11 (20%)
  4. Electrical System10 (19%)
  5. Engine7 (13%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (9%)
  7. Steering3 (6%)
  8. Airbags2 (4%)
  9. Lane Departure2 (4%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers2 (4%)

What owners report

  • Owners report sudden brake system failure where pressing the pedal produced no braking response, in some cases leading to a collision.
  • The Collision Mitigation Braking System reportedly triggers hard braking with no obstacle present, including on bridges where shadows may confuse the camera.
  • Some owners describe unintended acceleration where pedal position jumped sharply before a crash.
  • Head gasket failures are reported on the engine, sometimes with all warning lamps illuminating at once and no prior coolant or check-engine warning.
  • Rear brake rattling and later screeching noises are reported, with dealers unable to duplicate the failure on inspection.
  • Recurring low tire pressure warnings are reported despite repeated dealer service visits.
2022 Honda Accord Hybrid complaints: complaints filed per month8Mar 2022Dec 2022May 2023Dec 2023Aug 2024Feb 2025Aug 2025Apr 2026
73 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2022 to Apr 2026; peak Aug 2025 (8).

2022 Honda Accord Hybrid recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V332000May 21, 2026Airbags98,892 vehicles

    Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

    Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

2022 Honda Accord Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City
46 MPG
Highway
44 MPG
Combined
45 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$1,450
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other Accord Hybrid years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100201420152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Good4539548
2021Good3648345.5
2022Avoid8254145
2023Avoid100140646
2024Avoid9176446

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 model has a Complaint Index of 82 and ranks 3rd worst among 12 model years, so it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other Accord Hybrid years.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid?
NHTSA data shows Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues make up 35% of complaints and Brakes make up 20%, followed by Electrical System at 19% and Engine at 13%.
Does the 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 model year, covering an airbag seat weight sensor issue; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
How many complaints and crashes does NHTSA list for the 2022 Accord Hybrid?
NHTSA lists 54 complaints for the 2022 Accord Hybrid, including 6 crashes, 6 injuries, and 0 deaths.
How does the 2022 Accord Hybrid compare to other years?
Its Complaint Index of 82 is worse than most other years like 2014 (18) and 2021 (36), but better than 2023 (100) and 2024 (91), which are also rated Avoid.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.