2025 Honda Accord problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (41) · Service Brakes (5) · Lane Departure: Warning (4)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (40)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-09-25 · A26-005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, and/or misfire. in some cases, dtcs p0300 through p0304 may also be stored (dtcs are not required for repair).
Engine 2026-08-26 · AEBM08262026901 · Other
dealer message - under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire, and/or dtcs p0300 through p0304 stored.
Engine 2026-08-26 · A26-005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire and/or dtcs p0300 thru p0304 stored.
Electrical System 2026-05-15 · A26-037 · Over The Air
over the air - due to a software programming issue of the telematics control unit (tcu, also referred to as tsu), certain functions may not operate as designed when accessed from the screen audio display. this condition results in an error message displayed on the screen indicating "setting update f
Structure:body 2026-04-22 · A23-094 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - there is a dull creaking, rubbing, popping, or clicking noise coming from the front of the vehicle while turning at low speeds potentially due to the bump stop contacting the top of the front damper body.
Electrical System 2026-04-07 · AATS30566 · Other
tech line summary - the vehicle's infotainment system displays previously viewed sms messages upon each ignition cycle, when the customer's android phone is connected via bluetooth.
Showing the 6 most recent of 40 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-29 · Lane Departure: Warning“i was driving steadily on the freeway in slow moving traffic at 20-30 miles and had a lot of distance between me and the car in front. there was a sudden jolt and it appeared the vehicle was attempting to brake unexpectedly. if my foot had not been on the accelerator, i believe the vehicle could have come to a sudden, complete stop, potentially ca…”
2026-10-25 · Steering“the vehicle exhibits physical steering wheel freeplay/backlash at dead center, noticeable at all speeds but most critical during highway driving. while parked, the steering wheel can be moved slightly in both directions with zero corresponding movement from the front tires. this mechanical slack requires constant micro-adjustments on the highway to…”
2026-10-22 · Steering“the steering got really stiff and i almost crashed in highway 249! …”
2026-10-22 · Service Brakes“i am reporting multiple recurring safety concerns involving my 2025 honda accord, including apparent electronic parking brake malfunctions, auto brake hold failures, electrical system warnings, violent engine restarts, and a possible battery or charging-system defect. while stopped in traffic, particularly when the auto idle stop system shuts off …”
2026-10-21 · Lane Departure: Warning“in xxx, the driver assistance and safety systems on my 2025 honda accord se began failing repeatedly. while driving, warning messages would appear for the collision mitigation braking system, lane keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams, and these systems would become unavailable. this happened multiple times over xxx …”
2026-10-20 · Steering“when driving at any speed, the steering will feel like it sticks or jerk when making small adjustments. …”
2026-10-19 · Seats · 🔥 fire“while vehicle was parked and turned off, the wiring underneath the passenger seat caught fire. the fire damaged the seat, wiring, flooring, and mats. …”
2026-10-18 · Unknown Or Other“my 2025 honda accord hybrid touring has an unresolved tire repair kit safety recall, nhtsa 26v-366, honda campaign dov. i contacted bay ridge honda in [xxx], on xxx, to request a recall repair appointment. i was told the necessary parts were unavailable. i contacted the dealership again on xxx, and received the same response. as of xxx, 62 days h…”
2026-10-18 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking · 💥 crash“i was at a stoplight waiting to turn left. i got the green arrow light so i proceeded to follow the vehicle in front of me who also turned left, i was not following close to the vehicle and the vehicle in front of me did not brake. then my cars automatic emergency brake engaged in the middle of the intersection while tuening left and casued the car…”
2026-10-18 · Steering“i feel a momentarily catching/sticking sensation in the steering wheel requiring extra effort to turn or make small corrections constantly and its a safety issue especially on highway i was almost in an accident on multiple occasions from xxx to xxx while traveling from [xxx] to [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.