MYRModel Year Report

2021 Honda Accord

▲ Better than typical
2021 Honda Accord
BUILT 2026-09-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Accord Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 7 complaints 1982: 10 complaints 1983: 7 complaints 1984: 22 complaints 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 56 complaints 1986 1987: 112 complaints 1988: 90 complaints 1989: 86 complaints 1990: 193 complaints 1991: 212 complaints 1992: 208 complaints 1992 1993: 186 complaints 1994: 395 complaints 1995: 544 complaints 1996: 472 complaints 1997: 460 complaints 1998: 1200 complaints 1998 1999: 1135 complaints 2000: 1183 complaints 2001: 921 complaints 2002: 1050 complaints 2003: 1987 complaints 2004: 1016 complaints 2004 2005: 656 complaints 2006: 430 complaints 2007: 524 complaints 2008: 1520 complaints 2009: 722 complaints 2010: 580 complaints 2010 2011: 296 complaints 2012: 373 complaints 2013: 1418 complaints 2014: 977 complaints 2015: 601 complaints 2016: 597 complaints 2016 2017: 532 complaints 2018: 1858 complaints 2019: 671 complaints 2020: 354 complaints 2021: 223 complaints 2021 2022: 236 complaints 2022 2023: 85 complaints 2024: 137 complaints 2025: 77 complaints 2026: 5 complaints 2026
2021: 223 complaints
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YearComplaints
19802
19817
198210
19837
198422
198513
198656
1987112
198890
198986
1990193
1991212
1992208
1993186
1994395
1995544
1996472
1997460
19981200
19991135
20001183
2001921
20021050
20031987
20041016
2005656
2006430
2007524
20081520
2009722
2010580
2011296
2012373
20131418
2014977
2015601
2016597
2017532
20181858
2019671
2020354
2021223
2022236
202385
2024137
202577
20265

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 31%

31% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 70 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH INJURY
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I was traveling on interstate 10 going around 50mph with a safe distance from the traffic in front of me. The car in front of me did break but then sped off immediately.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240417

A vehicle in front of me made a quick slow down. The automatic braking engaged, the driver behind me did not react in time and struck the back of my car. Resulting in totaling of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 58 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed the interior of the vehicle was full of smoke. The vehicle was unoccupied. The contact stated no visible fire was noticed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250408

ENGINE 16%

16% of complaints: engine — 35 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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First of all started with small coolant missing, later on I started noticing power loss and finally white smoke out the exhaust. Blown Head Gasket. Honda need to own up on defect engine design the ford did awhile back.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260713

I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2021 Honda Accord because of a serious safety issue involving the turbocharger and fuel injector system.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260709

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 29 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the steering wheel and brakes failed to function. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220321

Also filed under STEERING

LANE DEPARTURE 9%

9% of complaints: lane departure — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing assist and warning.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220114 — seat belts

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Campaign 21V900000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240328 — air bags

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

R 20240329 — fuel system, gasoline

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

I 20240415 — EA (open)

Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking

R 20260706 — air bags

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

2021 Honda Accord — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (70 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (58 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (35 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V900000 (seat belts) 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.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1986 ▲ 2025 ▲ 2023

WORST YEARS

■ 2003 ■ 2018 ■ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2021 Honda Accord reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Honda Accord is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda Accord?

The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Honda Accord have?

4 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.