Is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-10-31T12:30:18.048Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 140
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2023: 140 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2005	30
2006	0
2007	1
2014	24
2015	39
2016	1
2017	45
2018	113
2019	94
2020	39
2021	48
2022	54
2023	140
2024	76
2025	22
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

35% · 49 reports

Most commonly citing propulsion system.

CRASH

Service brakes

32% · 45 reports

CRASHINJURY

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While driving in NC tonite, I was coming to a stop light near road construction. Suddenly my Accord hybrid jerked and stuttered and then stalled out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-02

Also filed under Engine and forward collision avoidance

Engine

22% · 31 reports

CRASH

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I dropped off the vehicle at Thousand Oaks Honda to fix the safety recall on Monday September 28, 2026. Recall Number: TN2 XNT XP2.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-07

Also filed under Power train and vehicle speed control

Forward collision avoidance

19% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

CRASHINJURY

Fuel/propulsion system

16% · 22 reports

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2023Complaint volume 140 complaints filed for this model year.
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2023-10-11Power train23V588000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid vehicles. The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2024-04-04Recall queryClosed 2025-03-26 Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate
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2025-01-06Seats24V859000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2025-02-20Fuel system, gasoline24V763000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.

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2026-01-05Electrical system25V785000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2.

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2026-03-09Seats26V054000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ONC, KND, BNE and ZNF.

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Date not on fileTires26V366000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 27, 2026.

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Date not on fileTires26V663000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 49 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 45 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 31 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V366000 · Tires
Recall 26V663000 · Tires
Recall 23V588000 · Power train
Recall 24V859000 · Seats
Recall 24V763000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 25V785000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V054000 · Seats

Other years of this model

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Best years1 year

200530

Worst years3 years

FAQ

Is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.