2026 Honda Accord recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Honda Accord and 15 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (8), forward collision avoidance (4), steering (2). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 32–48 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Accord model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 5.1 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Honda Accord. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Tires · temporary/emergency spare tire
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. 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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 17, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 26V366 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Tires · temporary/emergency spare tire
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
This has happened multiple times within a couple of months. The automatic emergency breaking automatically breaks when there is no danger of a collision at all. The first time is when I was coming out from under an overpass on the highway, and the shadow made the car think that a collision was imminent and slammed on breaks. I was going 70 miles an hour and luckily no one was b…
This has happened multiple times within a couple of months. The automatic emergency breaking automatically breaks when there is no danger of a collision at all. The first time is when I was coming out from under an overpass on the highway, and the shadow made the car think that a collision was imminent and slammed on breaks. I was going 70 miles an hour and luckily no one was b…
The vehicle's infotainment system displays error code TT04 on every startup, preventing over-the-air software updates, including any potential safety-related updates delivered through this system. To date, Honda has not provided a software patch for the issue.
Safety ratings
2026 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 4 DR N/A FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Honda Accord.
Accord
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.5 L · Turbo
Regular
Accord Hybrid
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Accord have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Honda Accord, most recently for tires · temporary/emergency spare tire (10/09/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda Accord?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (8), forward collision avoidance (4), steering (2).
Is the 2026 Honda Accord safe?
The 2026 Honda Accord earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2026 a good year for the Honda Accord?
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Accord model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 5.1 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Honda Accord get?
EPA ratings for the 2026 Honda Accord range from 32 to 48 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: ACCORD SEDAN, ACCORD HYBRID, Accord.