Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
NHTSA campaign 17V418000 · 2017 · reported 06/29/2017
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2013 Honda Accord Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 5.6× the fleet median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
1,418Complaints
5Recalls
67Crashes
9Fires
59Injured
1Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Steering (34.8% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Steering complaints here are 5.6× the median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
An open NHTSA investigation (EA21002, opened Sep 2021) covers Air Bags, but no recall has been issued for it yet.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 493 · 34.8% | Investigation closed | EA21001 · DP20005 · PE14033 |
| Electrical System | 390 · 27.5% | Recalled | Recall 17V418000 |
| Engine | 179 · 12.6% | No official action | — |
| Service Brakes | 108 · 7.6% | No official action | — |
| Power Train | 106 · 7.5% | Recalled | Recall 20V769000 · Recall 25V422000 |
| Air Bags | 51 · 3.6% | Under investigation | EA21002 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 1,418 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 5 campaigns
Fuel System, Gasoline
NHTSA campaign 13V297000 · 2013 · reported 07/08/2013
An insufficent seal may led to a fuel leak which increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 20V769000 · 2020 · reported 12/10/2020
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 25V422000 · 2025 · reported 07/07/2025
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEEL SEIZED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS…”NHTSA complaint 10547436 — filed 10/09/2013 · STEERING
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY AT 30 MPH. THE…”NHTSA complaint 10545177 — filed 09/24/2013 · STEERING
“AS I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE ELECTRIC POWER STEER FROZE UP. I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING AND ALMOST WENT INTO…”NHTSA complaint 10542360 — filed 09/06/2013 · STEERING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda Accord?
Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 493 of 1,418 NHTSA complaints (34.8%), followed by electrical system (390), engine (179), unspecified/other issues (118). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2013 Honda Accord have?
1,418 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 67 involved a crash, 9 involved a fire, and 59 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.
Does the 2013 Honda Accord have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V418000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2013 Honda Accord's reported problems?
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. NHTSA has an open investigation (EA21002) into air bags that has not led to a recall. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
