Is the 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID reliable?

The 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID has 62 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.9x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID?

Top problems: OTHER (15 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (11 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (10 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER. Contact any Honda dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID?

The 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID gets 48 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID is approximately $1,511/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID has 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.9x the segment average of 69. The most common issue is other problems (24% of all complaints), specifically: this vehicle would make uncomfortable noise at a speed of roughly 55 mph. when i was traveling on highway and cruise at around 55 mph, there was a chance that i can hear a noise building up. this noise felt like engine spinning at 2000-3000 rpms but i couldn't determine what exactly it was. i am sa. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year.

3 crash reports 2 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

0.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

15 complaints

24%

• THIS VEHICLE WOULD MAKE UNCOMFORTABLE NOISE AT A SPEED OF ROUGHLY 55 MPH. WHEN I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND CRUISE AT AROUND 55 MPH, THERE WAS A CHANCE THAT I CAN HEAR A NOISE BUILDING UP. THIS NOISE FELT LIKE ENGINE SPINNING AT 2000-3000 RPMS BUT I COULDN'T DETERMINE WHAT EXACTLY IT WAS. I AM SA
• NEW CAR, LESS THAN 2000 MILES. ALL OF A SUDDEN LOUD NOISE IS COMING OUT OF THE SPEAKERS, SOMETHING LIKE AN AUDIO AMPLIFIER NOISE UNDER LOAD, BUT VERY LOUD. HAPPENS RANDOMLY, CAN BE REALLY DISTRACTING.
• LONG LOUD HUMMING SOUND WHILE DRIVING 53 MPH (BELOW 40 F DEGREE) AND SHORT LOUD HUMMING SOUND WHILE DRIVING AROUND 38 MPH. ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION SYSTEM WORKING NOT PROPERLY. A LOT OF HONDA OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE FROM 2018! HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T75510_DS980301 HTT

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“THIS VEHICLE WOULD MAKE UNCOMFORTABLE NOISE AT A SPEED OF ROUGHLY 55 MPH. WHEN I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND CRUISE AT AROUND 55 MPH, THERE WAS A CHANCE THAT I CAN HEAR A NOISE BUILDING UP. THIS NOISE FELT LIKE ENGINE SPINNING AT 2000-3000 RPMS BUT I COULDN'T DETERMINE WHAT EXACTLY IT WAS. I AM SA”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID

Based on 24 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 3K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 1K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 760 mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (5)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER17/12/2020

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.

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

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,000

Per month

$83

Per mile

8.3¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,000/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,022/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2020 Honda ACCORD HYBRID

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,511

Full coverage / month

$126

Liability only / year

$574

vs US avg

-10%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1511

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda ACCORD HYBRID Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2020 ACCORD HYBRID, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 62 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: THIS VEHICLE WOULD MAKE UNCOMFORTABLE NOISE AT A SPEED OF ROUGHLY 55 MPH. WHEN I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND CRUISE AT AROUND 55 MPH, THERE WAS A CHANCE THAT I CAN HEAR A NOISE BUILDING UP. THIS NOISE FELT LIKE ENGINE SPINNING AT 2000-3000 RPMS BUT I COULDN'T DETERMINE WHAT EXACTLY IT WAS. I AM SA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: NEW CAR, LESS THAN 2000 MILES. ALL OF A SUDDEN LOUD NOISE IS COMING OUT OF THE SPEAKERS, SOMETHING LIKE AN AUDIO AMPLIFIER NOISE UNDER LOAD, BUT VERY LOUD. HAPPENS RANDOMLY, CAN BE REALLY DISTRACTING.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I was on the Freeway ramp from I11N to I215 in Henderson, NV. I tapped off the interactive cruise control because my exit was Gibson - immediately after the ramp. Within a few seconds, the car braked heavily on its own, no dash warnings, and almost caused me to get rear ended. I pushed on the bra
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: CAR WITH LESS THAN 8000 MILES HAD COMPLETE FAILURE OF BRAKES GOING THROUGH A STOP SIGN ON A CITY STREET (25 MILES AN HOUR) AND CAUSED A CRASH THAT TOTALED THE CAR. SHORTLY BEFORE THE CRASH THE BRAKES SEEMED HARDER TO STOP AT PREVIOUS STOP BUT STILL WORKED.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Honda dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)