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2023 Honda Accord Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 283 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.5 times the median Accord Hybrid year — the 2023 model ranks #1 of 16 Accord Hybrid years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (49), brakes (45), and driver assistance (38), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

283

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

1

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Accord Hybrid years?

Accord Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted283 complaints2005: 43 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 1 complaints2014: 34 complaints2015: 64 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 69 complaints2018: 169 complaints2019: 140 complaints2020: 62 complaints2021: 67 complaints2022: 82 complaints2023: 283 complaints2024: 131 complaints2025: 41 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Accord Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System4917%
Brakes4516%
Driver Assistance3813%
Fuel System3111%
Engine3011%
Other248%
Transmission197%
Speed Control155%
Steering135%
Seat Belts52%
Tires & Wheels52%
Visibility & Wipers41%
Seats21%
Suspension10%
Body & Structure10%
Lighting10%

Does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V366000Tires & WheelsJune 4, 2026 · 1,049,883 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be 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.

26V054000SeatsJanuary 29, 2026 · 32 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence

A loose driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ONC, KND, BNE and ZNF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 5, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V859.

25V785000Electrical SystemNovember 13, 2025 · 256,603 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 18, 2025.

24V859000SeatsNovember 14, 2024 · 121 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence

An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

24V763000Fuel SystemOctober 14, 2024 · 720,810 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.

23V588000TransmissionAugust 17, 2023 · 19 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid vehicles. The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NFG and HFF.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“While driving the vehicle on a very busy highway, it completely stalled and several warning lights appeared: "Brake System problem SEE DEALER, Check Engine Light, TPMS, etc. I have attached a picture of the warning. Another vehicle behind me slammed on his brakes but ended up bumping my back bumper…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 6, 2024 · crash

“ Power Steering Failure. It is available for inspection upon request. After taking a right turn, the steering got stuck and did not come back as expected. This caused car crashing into the curb on the road, severely damaging front right front rim and tire. The steering alignments after the crash…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 5, 2024 · crash

“From the beginning of my lease, the vehicle experienced repeated malfunctions of its safety and proximity sensor systems, including warning alerts and sensor-related failures. The vehicle was taken multiple times to an authorized Honda dealership for diagnosis and repair. Despite these repeated…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · October 21, 2024 · crash

“When driving my 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid sedan, several warning lights came on, including the brakes and tire pressure. Then the accelerator didn’t work well. I pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the car. A message saying there was a problem with the braking system appeared. It…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 3, 2024

“While driving the vehicle on a very busy highway, it completely stalled and several warning lights appeared: "Brake System problem SEE DEALER, Check Engine Light, TPMS, etc. I have attached a picture of the warning. Another vehicle behind me slammed on his brakes but ended up bumping my back bumper…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 6, 2024 · crash

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 283 complaints put the 2023 model at #1 of 16 Accord Hybrid years. It is one of the Accord Hybrid years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 Accord Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (49 complaints), brakes (45 complaints), driver assistance (38 complaints).

Does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Honda Accord Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Accord Hybrid years to avoid are 2023, 2018, 2019, 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020. The cleanest record among Accord Hybrid years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.