How many 2014 Honda Accord owners complained about electrical problems?

NHTSA lists 389 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Honda Accord, which is 40% of the 981 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Honda Accord electrical system?

Yes. Recall 17V418000 covers 2013-2016 Accord vehicles where the battery sensor case may let water in, potentially causing an electrical failure. Honda replaces the sensor free of charge.

Did the electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this complaint category for the 2014 Accord shows 4 fires and 6 crashes, along with 8 injuries reported.

At what mileage do 2014 Accord electrical failures typically occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 50,000 miles.

Is the 2014 Accord worse than other Accord years for electrical complaints?

Among Accord model years listed, 2014 has 389 electrical complaints and a 40% share of that year's total complaints, higher than most other years except 2016 (51%) and 2015 (40%).

2014 Honda Accord Electrical System Problems

NHTSA has logged 389 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Honda Accord, 40% of all complaints filed for the model year. These include 4 fires and 6 crashes, with a median failure mileage of 50,000. A related recall (17V418000) covers a battery sensor that can let water in and cause an electrical failure.

Electrical System complaints: 389; 40% of 981
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls or fails to start, sometimes with smoke and fire coming from under the hood after the starter or battery malfunctions.
Push-to-start ignition requires multiple attempts to start the car, occasionally leaving it stranded.
Battery warning light illuminates before smoke and fire develop under the hood, in some cases fully burning the front of the vehicle.
Backup camera and lane-watch camera images go dark or pixelated, cutting off rear visibility while backing up.
Owners linked to recall 17V418000 report the battery had to be charged before the car would start while waiting for replacement parts.
Dash warning lights flicker along with a clicking sound and the car won't restart for a period of time after being turned off.

When 2014 Honda Accord electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 17, 2013, latest Aug 17, 2026.

389 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q2 (27).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Honda Accord

NHTSA 17V418000Jun 29, 2017Electrical System1,148,550 vehicles
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.

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 many 2014 Honda Accord owners complained about electrical problems?: NHTSA lists 389 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Honda Accord, which is 40% of the 981 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Honda Accord electrical system?: Yes. Recall 17V418000 covers 2013-2016 Accord vehicles where the battery sensor case may let water in, potentially causing an electrical failure. Honda replaces the sensor free of charge.
Did the electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this complaint category for the 2014 Accord shows 4 fires and 6 crashes, along with 8 injuries reported.
At what mileage do 2014 Accord electrical failures typically occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 50,000 miles.
Is the 2014 Accord worse than other Accord years for electrical complaints?: Among Accord model years listed, 2014 has 389 electrical complaints and a 40% share of that year's total complaints, higher than most other years except 2016 (51%) and 2015 (40%).