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2023 Honda Accord Hybrid Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 14 Accord Hybrid years

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

The 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid ranks worst of 12 model years, with a complaint index of 100 and 140 NHTSA complaints covering 6 recalls. Electrical System problems lead at 35% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 32% and Engine at 31%.

Complaints
140
Recalls
6
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
46
48.5 city / 42.5 hwy

Top 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid problems

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

  1. Electrical System49 (35%)
  2. Brakes45 (32%)
  3. Engine43 (31%)
  4. Fuel System31 (22%)
  5. Other24 (17%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (14%)
  7. Transmission & Powertrain19 (14%)
  8. Steering13 (9%)
  9. Lane Departure8 (6%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (4%)

What owners report

  • Owners describe sudden loss of power and multiple warning lights (brake, engine, TPMS) appearing while driving on highways, sometimes leading to stalling.
  • Some report the brake pedal feeling unresponsive along with a 'Brake System Problem' warning, with the vehicle unable to accelerate afterward.
  • One owner reported the power steering getting stuck mid-turn, causing the vehicle to strike a curb and damage the front wheel.
  • Collision avoidance and proximity sensors reportedly malfunctioned repeatedly despite multiple dealership visits.
  • An owner reported unintended acceleration while parking with the brake pedal depressed, resulting in a collision with a pole.
  • Fuel system complaints included concerns about the vehicle being unsafe to drive due to unresolved dealer visits.
2023 Honda Accord Hybrid complaints: complaints filed per month24Apr 2023Oct 2023Feb 2024Jun 2024Oct 2024Feb 2025Jun 2025Jul 2026
270 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2023 to Jul 2026; peak Jan 2024 (24).

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid recalls

6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V366000Jun 4, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,048,613 vehicles

    Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

    Risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 26V054000Jan 29, 2026Structure & Body32 vehicles

    Seats:critical fasteners

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

    Risk: A loose driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ONC, KND, BNE and ZNF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 5, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V859.

  3. NHTSA 25V785000Nov 13, 2025Electrical System256,603 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:hybrid management:power control unit/module (hpcu):software

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 18, 2025.

See all 6 recalls for the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid →

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City
48.5 MPG
Highway
42.5 MPG
Combined
46 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$1,400
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.

2023 compared with other Accord Hybrid years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’07’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Good4648345.5
2022Avoid8554145
2023Avoid100140646
2024Avoid9276446
2025Avoid7722246

All Honda Accord Hybrid years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Accord Hybrid has the highest complaint index (100) among the 12 model years with data, ranking it worst overall with a verdict of Avoid.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?
Electrical System issues make up 35% of complaints, Brakes 32%, and Engine 31%, based on NHTSA data. There are also complaints tied to Fuel System, Collision Avoidance, Transmission, Steering, and Lane Departure.
Does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Accord Hybrid, covering the tire repair kit, driver's seat cushion frame, integrated control module software, high-pressure fuel pump, and the electronic CVT transmission.
How does the 2023 Accord Hybrid compare to other years?
NHTSA data shows the 2023 model has a complaint index of 100, the highest of all 12 years tracked, compared to 2014 and 2015 which score 18 and 9 and carry a Best verdict.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?
EPA rates the 2023 Accord Hybrid at 46 mpg combined (48.5 city / 42.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,400.

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.