2020 Honda Accord
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 112 |
| 1988 | 90 |
| 1989 | 86 |
| 1990 | 193 |
| 1991 | 212 |
| 1992 | 208 |
| 1993 | 186 |
| 1994 | 395 |
| 1995 | 544 |
| 1996 | 472 |
| 1997 | 460 |
| 1998 | 1200 |
| 1999 | 1135 |
| 2000 | 1183 |
| 2001 | 921 |
| 2002 | 1050 |
| 2003 | 1987 |
| 2004 | 1016 |
| 2005 | 656 |
| 2006 | 430 |
| 2007 | 524 |
| 2008 | 1520 |
| 2009 | 722 |
| 2010 | 580 |
| 2011 | 296 |
| 2012 | 373 |
| 2013 | 1418 |
| 2014 | 977 |
| 2015 | 601 |
| 2016 | 597 |
| 2017 | 532 |
| 2018 | 1858 |
| 2019 | 671 |
| 2020 | 354 |
| 2021 | 223 |
| 2022 | 236 |
| 2023 | 85 |
| 2024 | 137 |
| 2025 | 77 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 136 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Iâm taking my car to the body shop over five occasions and have to take it back one due for it being a computer chip, which was replaced, but the lights on my dash all of them comes on after the second start up.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260824
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
19% of complaints: engine — 69 distinct reports on file.
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Took my car to Honda they stated my head gaskets and turbo charger was bad .. every shop that i talked to about the problem had stated that they have been getting a alot of my models coming in with the same issue
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving, my vehicle experienced a sudden engine malfunction consistent with a failed head gasket. The engine began misfiring, shaking, and losing power, and the check engine light began flashing. The vehicle became unsafe to operate.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
16% of complaints: service brakes — 55 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: electrical system — 51 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing software and body control module/bcm.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact's father owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that following a short drive, the vehicle was parked on the street. The contact said that neighbors tried to alert him that the vehicle was on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231116
All of the warning lights on my dashboard are on causing the car to loose power while driving. According to the dealership and other Honda owners they have this same issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 50 distinct reports on file.
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I am the original owner of a 2020 Honda Accord 1.5 Turbo. The vehicle has developed a check engine light, rough engine operation with misfires, and reduced fuel economy at Mileage: 72,207.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260715
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X95.
Campaign 20V771000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type...
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Campaign 21V215000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid,...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V064000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Honda Accord — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (136 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (69 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V771000 (back over prevention, electrical system, exterior lighting, visibility, visibility/wiper) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V215000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V064000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Honda Accord reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Honda Accord is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Accord?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda Accord have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.