Last updated: 2026-03-04

RELIABILITY SCORE: 78/100 (GOOD)

2026 Honda Accord Reliability Report

Name: 2026 Honda Accord
Brand: Honda

The 2026 Honda Accord has a predicted reliability score of 78/100 based on prior model year data. Early data shows 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

per 10k sold

Est. Annual Cost

$400

The Verdict

Consider

Based on historical reliability patterns, predicted to score 78/100 — worth considering.

Should You Buy the 2026 Honda Accord?

The 2026 Honda Accord has a predicted reliability score of 78/100 ("Good") based on prior model year performance.

So far: 0 recalls, 0 owner complaints. No owner-reported issues on file yet.

Prior model years suggest dependable ownership. Confirm all recall repairs are completed, and consider a pre-purchase inspection for used examples.

See also the 2025 Honda Accord for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable predicted reliability based on prior model years
+$126 cheaper to maintain than avg midsize cars
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+Low major repair risk (9%)

Cons

−Score is a prediction — real-world data still developing

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Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2026 Honda Accord has no recalls on record, which is uncommon and a positive indicator of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10k sold

Segment avg: 0 (early)

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2026 Honda Accord NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 9.5%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

HEV Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 9.5%

Safety Technologies

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Honda Accord Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$400

vs $526 avg for midsize cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Accord

$400

Category Avg

$526

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Buying a 2026 Accord? Check Its History First

Every 2026 Honda Accord has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

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Best & Worst Honda Accord Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Honda Accord Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Honda Accord year is 2025 with a reliability score of 84/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2021 (78/100) and 2022 (77/100).

Top Pick

Excellent

Honda Accord Years to Avoid

The worst Honda Accord year is 2018 with a score of 63/100, primarily due to engine (248) issues.

Good

2018

8Recalls

1739Complaints

See full Honda Accord years-to-avoid analysis

Honda Accord Reliability Score Trend

Honda Accord reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 78/100 compared to 71/100 for older years.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Honda Accord reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	63/100	Good
2019	70/100	Good
2020	73/100	Good
2021	78/100	Good
2022	77/100	Good
2023	74/100	Good
2024	76/100	Good
2025	84/100	Excellent

Honda Accord Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	78/100 (predicted)	—	Predicted	0	0
2025	84/100	+8	Excellent	1	65
2024	76/100	+2	Good	6	166
2023	74/100	-3	Good	10	199
2022	77/100	-1	Good	3	201
2021	78/100	+5	Good	5	215
2020	73/100	+3	Good	8	344
2019	70/100	+7	Good	5	574
2018	63/100	—	Good	8	1739

2026 Honda Accord Reliability by Powertrain

The 2026 Honda Accord is available with 2 powertrain options. Here's how they compare on reliability.

Reliability comparison across powertrain options
Powertrain	Complaints	Recalls	Incidents*	Crash Rating
Gas	0	0	0	5 out of 5
HEV	0	0	0	5 out of 5
Total	0	0	0

NHTSA tracks complaints separately for each powertrain configuration. Totals reflect the sum across all variants. N/T = Not tested by NHTSA.

* Incidents = crash + fire reports. A single complaint can include multiple incident types.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Honda Accord reliable?

The 2026 Honda Accord has a predicted reliability score of 78/100 ("Good") based on prior model year data. So far there are 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file. This is a prediction — the actual score will be available once more real-world data accumulates.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda Accord?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2026 Honda Accord. Based on prior model years, review known issues from previous years to understand potential problem areas.

How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Accord have?

The 2026 Honda Accord has no recalls on record, which is a positive indicator.

How is the predicted score calculated?

The predicted score of 78/100 is calculated by averaging reliability scores from prior model years of the same generation. When generation data is unavailable, the average of the most recent model years is used. The prediction updates automatically as new data becomes available.

Don’t buy a 2026 Honda Accord without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.