2021 Honda ACCORD

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2021 Honda ACCORD has 311 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.9x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (27% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2021 honda acord. the contact stated that while driving, the brakes engaged inadvertently without warning. additionally, the vehicle slowed down while approaching the pedestrian crossing. the local dealer was called, and an appointment was scheduled however, the vehicle was not di. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 20 crash reports 10 injuries

311

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

3.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

83 complaints

27%

• The contact owns a 2021 Honda Acord. The contact stated that while driving, the brakes engaged inadvertently without warning. Additionally, the vehicle slowed down while approaching the pedestrian crossing. The local dealer was called, and an appointment was scheduled however, the vehicle was not di
• Blind spot warning indicator intermittently illuminates when there is no vehicle in the blind spot.
• Automatic braking has initiated for no reason, at least four times almost causing accidents, car radio sometimes will no shut off, seems to be some type of electrical problem, I have had both issues looked at by dealer who states they cannot find a problem with this vehicle, there is Definitely a pr

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 6 crashes

“The contact owns a 2021 Honda Acord. The contact stated that while driving, the brakes engaged inadvertently without warning. Additionally, the vehicle slowed down while approaching the pedestrian crossing. The local dealer was called, and an appointment was scheduled however, the vehicle was not di”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

48 complaints

15%

• Automatic braking has initiated for no reason, at least four times almost causing accidents, car radio sometimes will no shut off, seems to be some type of electrical problem, I have had both issues looked at by dealer who states they cannot find a problem with this vehicle, there is Definitely a pr
• I was with my family taking the on ramp to the Long Island expressway, when suddenly the rear wheels locked up and the parking brake was engaged. I hit the brakes. And as fast as it happened is as fast as it resolved. Scared all of us and almost got hit from the car behind us.
• I was driving my 21 Honda Accord 1.5T on the highway and all of a sudden vehicle lost the power and Honda sensing / Emission warning lights came on. It almost cause a major accident and I was lucky enough to exit the freeway without incident. I drove to the Honda dealer and they found out one of t

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 3 crashes

“Automatic braking has initiated for no reason, at least four times almost causing accidents, car radio sometimes will no shut off, seems to be some type of electrical problem, I have had both issues looked at by dealer who states they cannot find a problem with this vehicle, there is Definitely a pr”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

46 complaints

15%

• DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, HEARD A BOOM, SUNROOF BLEW OUT. NO REASON/EXPLANATION. THE COVER WAS CLOSED AND THE SUNROOF WAS COMPLETELY CLOSED, NOT EVEN TILTED UP. DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH.
• ANC making annoying noise and never goes away , car makes a loud humming noise that is really noticeable when driving. This has been going on since I bought it . Replacing it doesn’t help it it’s the same thing. Honda needs to fix this .
• Navigation system errors: turn wrong direction, turn wrong compass direction, system will not recognize home. System was inspected more than once by the Honda dealer. A case was filed with Honda Corp

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, HEARD A BOOM, SUNROOF BLEW OUT. NO REASON/EXPLANATION. THE COVER WAS CLOSED AND THE SUNROOF WAS COMPLETELY CLOSED, NOT EVEN TILTED UP. DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

28 complaints

• While driving in heavy rain on interstate, vehicle experienced lack of power and flashing check engine light. Driver was unable to maintain speed. Pulled off at next exit and turned off. Roadside assistance was contacted immediately after pulling off. Vehicle restarted and ran normally after allowin
• Brakes failed and steering took over the car uncontrollably and went in all different directions hitting whatever it came across and ending up stopping after hitting the last thing
• NOTE: the item / malfunction described below is CURRENTLY UNDER RECALL for multiple Honda models but has not YET been recalled for the 2021 Accord Sport 2.0T. Please add this model to the recall list!!! I had been driving on the interstate for about 30 minutes on Thursday, 11/7, when suddenly seve

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

“While driving in heavy rain on interstate, vehicle experienced lack of power and flashing check engine light. Driver was unable to maintain speed. Pulled off at next exit and turned off. Roadside assistance was contacted immediately after pulling off. Vehicle restarted and ran normally after allowin”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

26 complaints

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VIEW OUT OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WAS VERY DISTORTED. ADDITIONALLY, THE BRAKE PEDAL HESITATED TO OPERATE CORRECTLY WHEN DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TAMERON HONDA (1675 MONTGOMERY HWY, BIRMIN
• My vehicle has less than 5,000 miles. My vehicle has been running fine for the last 5 months; however, I got back into my car and heard my rear right brake, on the passenger side, making a grinding sound. It appears that the break pad is worn out and grinding on the rotor, or the brake module is fau
• I was with my family taking the on ramp to the Long Island expressway, when suddenly the rear wheels locked up and the parking brake was engaged. I hit the brakes. And as fast as it happened is as fast as it resolved. Scared all of us and almost got hit from the car behind us.

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VIEW OUT OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WAS VERY DISTORTED. ADDITIONALLY, THE BRAKE PEDAL HESITATED TO OPERATE CORRECTLY WHEN DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TAMERON HONDA (1675 MONTGOMERY HWY, BIRMIN”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 311 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The contact owns a 2021 Honda Acord. The contact stated that while driving, the brakes engaged inadvertently without warning. Additionally, the vehicle slowed down while approaching the pedestrian crossing. The local dealer was called, and an appointment was scheduled however, the vehicle was not di
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Automatic braking has initiated for no reason, at least four times almost causing accidents, car radio sometimes will no shut off, seems to be some type of electrical problem, I have had both issues looked at by dealer who states they cannot find a problem with this vehicle, there is Definitely a pr
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, HEARD A BOOM, SUNROOF BLEW OUT. NO REASON/EXPLANATION. THE COVER WAS CLOSED AND THE SUNROOF WAS COMPLETELY CLOSED, NOT EVEN TILTED UP. DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: While driving in heavy rain on interstate, vehicle experienced lack of power and flashing check engine light. Driver was unable to maintain speed. Pulled off at next exit and turned off. Roadside assistance was contacted immediately after pulling off. Vehicle restarted and ran normally after allowin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)