2014 Honda ACCORD HYBRID problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
24 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
18,240 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2014 model year. Data snapshot: . 17 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 4 of 24 complaints (16.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 4 | 16.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 4 | 16.7% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 8.3% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 8.3% |
| Fuel system concerns | 2 | 8.3% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 4.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
Electrical System: 4; Power Train: 4; Service Brakes: 4; Hybrid Propulsion System: 3; Steering: 3; Unknown Or Other: 3; Air Bags: 2; Engine: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 10 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 3 |
Under 25,000: 10; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 3
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (10). 7 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 |
2014: 4; 2015: 3; 2016: 2; 2017: 3; 2018: 3; 2019: 1; 2022: 4; 2023: 3; 2024: 1
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 4 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 4 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10787577 · 2015-11-02 (November 2, 2015)
CAR SHOW BREAK FAILURE,VEHICLE STABILITY SYSTEM FAILURE,TPMS FAILURE,ABS FAILURE.CAR IS STARTING FINE BUT I AM NOT COMFORTABLE DRIVING.THIS IS BRAND NEW 2014 HYBRID.
Owner-reported narrative. 60,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10787577 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10851026 · 2016-03-22 (March 22, 2016)
MARCH 19,2016 I WAS IN A SMALL PARKING LOT. I STARTED THE CAR PUSH GENTLY ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR HIT THE FIRST CAR ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THE HOOD CAME UP. IT HIT THE PASSENGER SIDE AND I APPLIED THE BRAKE . IT HIT TWO OTHER PARKED CARS BEHIND ME AND A CURB AND FINALLY STOPPED.THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING.FORTUNATELY THE OTHER CARS WERE EMPTY SO I WAS THE ONLY ONE INJURED. WILLIAMSBURG,VIRGINIA
Owner-reported narrative. 9,860 miles reported. Look up ODI 10851026 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10597447 · 2014-06-10 (June 10, 2014)
I CAN'T SEE CLEAR IMAGE ANY OBJECT BEHIND ME BECAUSE THE REAR WINDSHIELD ARE WAVINESS OR CURVING AROUND, STEAMY SEEMS LIKE YOU DRIVING IN A REAL HOT DESERT AREA. I AM WORRY ABOUT MY SAFETY BECAUSE IS HYBRID CAR EASY CATCH ON FIRE AND REAR WINDSHIELD ARE RIGHT ABOVE THE HUGE PACK OF BATTERY! THE SERVICE MANAGER OF HONDA CHECKED & SAID EVERY ACCORD HYBRID IS LIKE THAT ON THE WINDSHIELD BUT NOT ON REGULAR GAS ACCORD. HONDA CAN'T CHANGE IT BECAUSE IT MIGHT BE THE DESIGN OF THE HYBRID. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 650 miles reported. Look up ODI 10597447 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11002692 · 2017-07-02 (July 2, 2017)
THOUGH THERE IS PLENTY OF FUEL IN THE TANK, PETROL ENGINE GOT CUTOFF WHILE DRIVING AND ALL KINDS OF ELECTRICAL ERRORS STARTED APPEARING ON THE DASHBOARD. EVENTUALLY BATTERY (ELECTRIC) PROPULSION ALSO TURNED OFF.
Owner-reported narrative. 40,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11002692 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11132888 · 2018-10-02 (October 2, 2018)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM FOR THE VEHICLE WAS STALLING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE FUEL ENGINE TO BE DISABLED AND THE VEHICLE TO FUNCTION ONLY BY BATTERY POWER. ALSO, THE SPEED WOULD NOT EXCEED 40 MPH. ONCE THE BATTERY WAS DISCHARGED, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER WHO HAD NO RECORD OR KNOWLEDGE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V602000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM) FOR THE 2014-2015 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID VEHICLES. THE CONTACT WAS DISTURBED THAT THE MANUFACTURER …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11132888 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11494066 · 2022-11-18 (November 18, 2022)
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. While attempting to restart the vehicle the message "High Temp Power Reduced" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the Power Control Unit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V602000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). The contact stated…
Owner-reported narrative. 150,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11494066 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10959488 · 2017-03-08 (March 8, 2017)
SUDDEN AND IMMEDIATE EPS FAILURE WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON HIGHWAY. WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AS THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE HAPPENS. STEERING WHEEL "LOCKS UP" MAKING IT EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER THE CAR INTO ANY TURN.
Owner-reported narrative. 8 miles reported. Look up ODI 10959488 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10959491 · 2017-03-08 (March 8, 2017)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AS THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE REPAIR WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE ADDITIONAL TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,945.
Owner-reported narrative. 21,945 miles reported. Look up ODI 10959491 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11081522 · 2018-03-27 (March 27, 2018)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS ALSO ABNORMAL FUEL CONSUMPTION DUE TO USING 3/4THS OF A TANK TO DRIVE 15 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN JIM COLEMAN HONDA (12441 AUTO DR., CLARKSVILLE, MD) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A RODENT ATE THE RUBBER FUEL LINE, WHICH WOULD REQUIRE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 52…
Owner-reported narrative. 52,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11081522 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11484754 · 2022-09-16 (September 16, 2022)
Caliper had to be replaced after 93,000 miles. Could have started a fire if I didn't take the car in to the hop when I did. Also it was located on same side as the gas tank (rear drivers side)
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11484754 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10851126 · 2016-03-22 (March 22, 2016)
AFTER STARTING MY CAR IN A SMALL PARKING LOT, I SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND I PRESSED GENTLY ON THE ACCELERATOR THE CAR LURCHED BACKWARD AND KEPT ACCELERATING EVEN THOUGH I APPLIED THE BRAKES. AFTER IT HAD SMASHED INTO THE PARKING LOT CURB, SHRUBS AND CARS PARKED 20 TO 30 FEET BEHIND ME, IT FINALLY STOPPED. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHEN AND MY CAR CONTACTED THE FIRST FIXED OBJECT. FORTUNATELY, THE OTHER CARS WERE EMPTY SO I WAS THE ONLY ONE INJURED. MY CAR AND TWO OTHERS SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. TWO OTHER CARS WERE DAMAGED SLIGHTLY.
Owner-reported narrative. 9,860 miles reported. Look up ODI 10851126 at NHTSA ↗