How common are electrical problems in the 2010 Honda Accord?

NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Accord, which is 7% of the 580 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2010 Honda Accord?

Yes. Recall 11V004000, reported January 6, 2011, covers an engine wiring harness connector that can cause intermittent spark firing or engine stall; the dealer remedy is free inspection and replacement of the ignition wiring harness connector.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2010 Accord?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2010 Accord is 60,500 miles.

Have electrical problems on the 2010 Accord caused fires or injuries?

NHTSA records show 2 fires and 1 injury among the electrical complaints for the 2010 Accord, with no crashes reported.

2010 Honda Accord Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Honda Accord, 7% of the 580 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 60,500. A related recall (11V004000) covers an engine wiring harness connector that can cause stalling or intermittent spark firing.

Electrical System complaints: 38; 7% of 580
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 60,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report engine compartment fires, including flames from the alternator area and burned-up engine bays.
Door lock actuators fail one at a time over several years, sometimes cycling or clicking on their own while driving.
Some owners describe check-engine lights coming on along with a loss of power or stalling at highway speeds.
Interior lighting for climate control buttons goes out, making controls hard to see at night.
Repeated electrical component failures are reported, including batteries, alternators, spark plugs, and ignition coils on the same vehicle.

When 2010 Honda Accord electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 18, 2010, latest Oct 11, 2024.

38 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2010 to Oct 2024; peak Dec 2010 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Honda Accord

NHTSA 11V004000Jan 6, 2011Electrical System2,277 vehicles
Electrical system
Honda is recalling certain model year 2010 honda accord and cr-v vehicles. There is a potential failure with the engine wiring harness connector which may cause intermittent spark firing or the engine to stall.
Risk: An engine stall will increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and replace the ignition wiring harness connector free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 24, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Electrical System complaints by Accord model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201038 (7%)
201119 (6%)
201235 (9%)
2013424 (30%)
2014389 (40%)
2015242 (40%)
2016310 (51%)
2017171 (32%)
2018311 (17%)
2019115 (17%)
202053 (15%)
202162 (27%)
2022100 (40%)
202322 (26%)
202423 (16%)
202511 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2010 Honda Accord?: NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Accord, which is 7% of the 580 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2010 Honda Accord?: Yes. Recall 11V004000, reported January 6, 2011, covers an engine wiring harness connector that can cause intermittent spark firing or engine stall; the dealer remedy is free inspection and replacement of the ignition wiring harness connector.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2010 Accord?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2010 Accord is 60,500 miles.
Have electrical problems on the 2010 Accord caused fires or injuries?: NHTSA records show 2 fires and 1 injury among the electrical complaints for the 2010 Accord, with no crashes reported.