Is the 2015 Honda ACCORD reliable?

The 2015 Honda ACCORD has 814 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.2x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2015 Honda ACCORD?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (234 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (109 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (95 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2015 Honda ACCORD?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. Contact any Honda dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Honda ACCORD?

The 2015 Honda ACCORD gets 26 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1846. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2015 Honda ACCORD?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2015 Honda ACCORD is approximately $1,598/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.

2015 Honda ACCORD

Q: Is the 2015 Honda ACCORD often stolen?

The Honda ACCORD was the #2 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 17,797 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: high.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2015 Honda ACCORD has 814 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.2x the segment average of 703. The most common issue is electrical problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: car would not start. lights, radio, air condition & light indicators all were functional. battery tested and was informed was not the problem. car was towed to closest honda dealer. *tr. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 9 fire reports filed.

9 fire reports 26 crash reports 18 injuries

814

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

1.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

234 complaints

29%

• CAR WOULD NOT START. LIGHTS, RADIO, AIR CONDITION & LIGHT INDICATORS ALL WERE FUNCTIONAL. BATTERY TESTED AND WAS INFORMED WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. CAR WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST HONDA DEALER. *TR
• I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO. HONDA STATES THAT THE TEXT MESSAGES WILL DISPLAY ON THE HONDA DISPLAY AS A HANDS FREE USE. HOWEVER, I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO USE THIS FUNCTION. THE CAR DOESN'T ALLOW THIS FUNCTION. I HAVE DONE EVERYTHING FROM RESETTING MY PHONE AND HAVING THE MANUFACTURE
• INITIAL USE OF THE AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM PUTS THE PASSENGER CABIN INTO "AIR RECIRCULATION" MODE IN ORDER TO BRING THE TEMPERATURE DOWN AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. UNFORTUNATELY IT WILL NOT TURN AIR RECIRCULATION OFF UNTIL THE INTERIOR AIR TEMPERATURE HAS REACHED THE TEMPERATURE ASKED FOR.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 3 fire reports💥 3 crashes

“CAR WOULD NOT START. LIGHTS, RADIO, AIR CONDITION & LIGHT INDICATORS ALL WERE FUNCTIONAL. BATTERY TESTED AND WAS INFORMED WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. CAR WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST HONDA DEALER. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2015 Honda ACCORD

Based on 485 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 42K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

173

30-60K

153

60-100K

115

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 37K mi · 54 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 50K mi · 32 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 29K mi · 24 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

FUEL SYSTEM

In line with typicalmedian 54K mi · 23 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

In line with typicalmedian 27K mi · 15 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

AIR BAGS

In line with typicalmedian 15K mi · 14 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)

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP29/01/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.

Risk: Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.

High theft risk

#2 most stolen in 2025

The Honda ACCORD was the #2 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 17,797 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Popular across generations; often stolen for parts

Recommended protection: engine immobilizer verification, steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Higher theft risk usually translates to higher comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2015 Honda ACCORD

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,847

Per month

$154

Per mile

15.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,372/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 2015 Honda ACCORD

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

$1,598

Full coverage / month

$133

Liability only / year

$574

vs US avg

-5%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.15x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1598

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

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda ACCORD 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 2015 ACCORD, 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

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 814 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: CAR WOULD NOT START. LIGHTS, RADIO, AIR CONDITION & LIGHT INDICATORS ALL WERE FUNCTIONAL. BATTERY TESTED AND WAS INFORMED WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. CAR WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST HONDA DEALER. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: CAR WOULD NOT START. LIGHTS, RADIO, AIR CONDITION & LIGHT INDICATORS ALL WERE FUNCTIONAL. BATTERY TESTED AND WAS INFORMED WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. CAR WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST HONDA DEALER. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: MY DAUGHTER PURCHASED A NEW HONDA ACCORD ON 10/31/2014 FROM PLAZA AUTO MALL, 2740 NOSTRAND AVENUE, BROOKLYN NY 11210. THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE THE MSRP STICKER ATTACHED TO THE WINDOW, AS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW. THE STICKER IS REQUIRED BY GEICO INSURANCE COMPANY TO AVOID CANCELLATION. PLEASE HELP
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: CAR HAS PULLED TO THE LEFT DRAMATICALLY AT SPEEDS ABOVE 60MPH SINCE WE TOOK DELIVERY. DEALER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR. STATES THAT IT IS "NORMAL" AND THAT IT'S "THE CROWNING OF THE ROAD" THAT CAUSES THIS. *TR
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)