How common are fuel system complaints on the 2020 Honda Accord?

NHTSA lists 62 Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Accord, which is 17% of the 362 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Honda Accord fuel system?

Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls: campaign 23V858000 covering fuel pump module replacement, and campaign 21V215000 covering fuel pump assembly replacement.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 64,000 miles.

Have fuel system complaints caused crashes or fires on the 2020 Accord?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Accord, and 0 injuries reported.

How does 2020 compare to other Accord years for fuel system complaints?

The 2020 Accord's 17% share is lower than 2018 (25%) and 2019 (27%), but higher than 2021 (7%) and 2022 (7%).

2020 Honda Accord Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints account for 62 of the 362 total complaints filed for the 2020 Honda Accord, or 17%. Owners report sudden loss of power tied to fuel pump failures, with a median mileage at failure of 64,000. Two related recalls (23V858000 and 21V215000) cover fuel pump replacement.

Fuel System complaints: 62; 17% of 362
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 64,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls or shudders at low speeds (around 25-30 MPH) with warning lights on, often diagnosed as failed high-pressure and low-pressure fuel pumps.
Sudden loss of engine power on the highway with no warning, forcing owners to coast across multiple lanes to reach the shoulder.
Failed fuel injectors triggering check engine lights, rough running, misfires, and reduced fuel economy.
Stalling that repeats when the fuel tank drops to a partial level, resolving temporarily after refueling.
Gasoline detected mixed into the engine oil during routine oil changes.
Difficulty restarting the vehicle after a stall, with dashboard warning lights persisting.

When 2020 Honda Accord fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 5, 2020, latest Sep 24, 2026.

62 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2020 to Sep 2026; peak Jan 2026 (6).

Fuel System recalls for the 2020 Honda Accord

NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
NHTSA 21V215000Mar 25, 2021Fuel System624,552 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

Fuel System complaints by Accord model year

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

201013 (2%)
20117 (2%)
201216 (4%)
201345 (3%)
201437 (4%)
201539 (6%)
201644 (7%)
201765 (12%)
2018471 (25%)
2019189 (27%)
202062 (17%)
202116 (7%)
202217 (7%)
20238 (9%)
202421 (15%)
20252 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2020 Honda Accord?: NHTSA lists 62 Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Accord, which is 17% of the 362 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Honda Accord fuel system?: Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls: campaign 23V858000 covering fuel pump module replacement, and campaign 21V215000 covering fuel pump assembly replacement.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 64,000 miles.
Have fuel system complaints caused crashes or fires on the 2020 Accord?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Accord, and 0 injuries reported.
How does 2020 compare to other Accord years for fuel system complaints?: The 2020 Accord's 17% share is lower than 2018 (25%) and 2019 (27%), but higher than 2021 (7%) and 2022 (7%).