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2014 Honda Accord. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 8
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 49 / 45 / 47 | Regular | $1,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 47 / 46 / 46 | Regular | $1,350 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 26 / 35 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | FWD | 26 / 33 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 24 / 34 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 21 / 34 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 21 / 31 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 18 / 28 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 16,000 and 72,000 miles. Median 45,100, from 600 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 50,000 | 31,800–71,600 | 246 |
| Engine | 50,000 | 30,000–74,000 | 121 |
| Steering | 55,000 | 21,100–70,500 | 65 |
| Brakes | 55,500 | 19,800–86,500 | 38 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 60,000 | 12,500–110,200 | 41 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 31% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Steering | 11% |
| Speed control | 9% |
| Body structure | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,010 | 55 | 10 | 40 | 0 | 50 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 4
23V858000 Dec 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
20V769000 Dec 2020 Power Train / Driveline / Driveshaft
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more suscep
Risk. 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.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
17V418000 Jun 2017 Electrical System / 12V/24V/48V Battery
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
Risk. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.
15V121000 Mar 2015 Engine And Engine Cooling / Engine
Defect. American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.
Risk. Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine leaks oil in the proximity of hot engine or exhaust components, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JP2 (for Accord models) and JP3 (for CR-V models).
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Loss of direction control | 2021 | 2023 |
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 168
Honda filed 168 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Around the engine area, when its idling, there is a clicking or slapping noise that may be
- The rear cylinder head cover gasket v6, on some vehicles, is leaking oil
- Some vehicles are experiencing noise, while turning steering wheel, from the driver's airbag area
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honda Accord 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honda Accord Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
YouTube repair topics
98 videos about the 2013–2017 Honda Accord, 26.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 8 | 1.6M |
| Transmission & shifter | 5 | 1.4M |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 3 | 667K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 3 | 492K |
| Oil leaks & gaskets | 2 | 426K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 368K |
| Starter, alternator & belts | 2 | 325K |
| Brakes & ABS | 2 | 306K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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