NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
This page covers 5 recalls, 990 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Honda Accord.
21–47 mpg combined
5–11.2 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 7 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2014 Honda Accord draws its heaviest complaint volume from the electrical system and engine. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe clusters of warning lights appearing together, ABS, traction control, tire pressure, check engine, and steering-related indicators often lighting up at the same time, sometimes accompanied by a shaky or pulsing brake pedal feel. Engine complaints center on hard starts, shuddering or jerking during driving, and in several accounts the engine stalling or cutting out entirely, including at highway speeds. Steering complaints make up the third-largest category, with owners describing loss of power assist or warning light activation. A smaller number of reports mention the panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattering while the vehicle is in motion, with glass entering the cabin. Driveshaft failure appears in isolated reports.
990
Total Complaints
54
Crash-Related
10
Fire-Related
40
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Honda Accord has 5 recalls, the most serious involving fire risks from a water-prone battery sensor that can short-circuit and, on four-cylinder models, an engine that can leak oil onto hot exhaust components.
The hybrid system on Accord Hybrid models has its own concern: electrical interference can push the hybrid system into a fail-safe state, cutting off the gasoline engine and limiting the car to battery-only operation at no more than 40 miles per hour, which can cause a stall in highway traffic. On the drivetrain side, the driveshaft can break and cut drive power without warning, and if the parking brake was not set before the driver got out, a broken shaft can allow the car to roll away freely. There is also a fuel pump recall covering a wide range of Honda products, including this model, where the pump can fail and stall the engine while the vehicle is moving.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that degraded their protective coating, making them vulnerable to damage from road salt and contaminants, which could cause them to break.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the drive shafts and replace both the left and right drive shafts if necessary, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The battery sensor case may allow water inside, which can cause an electrical short in the battery management system.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply adhesive to seal the sensor case, then replace the sensor at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Electrical interference may cause the hybrid system to enter fail-safe mode, disabling the gasoline engine, limiting speed to 40 mph, and running only on battery power. Once the battery drains, the vehicle stalls.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the hybrid system software at no cost to restore normal operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Connecting rod bolts in the engine may not be tightened to the correct specification, potentially causing loss of engine power or oil leaks.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the engine short block at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.