2021 Honda ACCORD problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
227 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
69,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2021 model year. Data snapshot: . 25 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 58 of 227 complaints (25.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 74 | 32.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 22 | 9.7% |
| Steering behavior | 19 | 8.4% |
| Engine operation | 11 | 4.8% |
| Fuel system concerns | 10 | 4.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 6 | 2.6% |
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 | 58 |
| Unknown Or Other | 52 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 46 |
| Engine | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 28 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
Electrical System: 58; Unknown Or Other: 52; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 46; Engine: 35; Service Brakes: 28; Air Bags: 14; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 14; Fuel/Propulsion System: 13
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 9 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 7 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 2 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 6 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 9; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 7; 75,000 to 99,999: 2; 100,000 to 149,999: 6; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (9). 202 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 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 29 |
| 2025 | 64 |
| 2026 | 69 |
2021: 12; 2022: 29; 2023: 24; 2024: 29; 2025: 64; 2026: 69
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 74 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 22 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 19 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 11412992 · 2021-04-20 (April 20, 2021)
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, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216, [phone removed]) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THE FAILURE DURING A TEST DRIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD HAD BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FAILURES RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE…
Owner-reported narrative. 5 miles reported. Look up ODI 11412992 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11435932 · 2021-10-07 (October 7, 2021)
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 diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,300. The VIN was not available.
Owner-reported narrative. 9,300 miles reported. Look up ODI 11435932 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11453797 · 2022-02-24 (February 24, 2022)
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 problem and it must be found before someone get hurt. auto braking has happened on the freeway, and on residential streets
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11453797 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11512710 · 2023-03-19 (March 19, 2023)
The electrical emergency brake locked up without warning as I was coming off the highway by the way of off ramp. Almost put the car in the guard rails! Brake has locked up twice now
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11512710 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11416061 · 2021-05-11 (May 11, 2021)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL CEASED WHILE THE IDLE WARNING ERROR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL RETURNED TO NORMAL FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER NOR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 564.
Owner-reported narrative. 564 miles reported. Look up ODI 11416061 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11457664 · 2022-03-21 (March 21, 2022)
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. The contact stated he drove into a side rail and stretched the driver side panel of the vehicle. The contact also stated the rear view camera was not functioning. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated he did not have any injuries nor seek medical attention. No police report was filed. The contact he was able to drive to his residence but cont…
Owner-reported narrative. 38,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11457664 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11631396 · 2024-12-18 (December 18, 2024)
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The braking system warning light was illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,156.
Owner-reported narrative. 77,156 miles reported. Look up ODI 11631396 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11638203 · 2025-01-24 (January 24, 2025)
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the TPMS, Lane Departure, and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road and restart the vehicle, sometimes after several attempts. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel injector had failed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was returned …
Owner-reported narrative. 100,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11638203 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11625538 · 2024-11-15 (November 15, 2024)
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 seven of the warning lights flashed in succession on my vehicle, including braking system warnings, emission system warnings, and tire pressure system warmings. I pulled to the side of the road, quite concerned. I called the dealership. The service pr…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11625538 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11632883 · 2024-12-28 (December 28, 2024)
Honda, US operations based in CA, continues to refuse to fix their recalled cars. I was notified 18 months ago about an airbag recall for my 2021 Honda Accord. Honda is telling customers that "parts will be ready to fix all affected cars next month", but they are telling their dealers that "it may take 4-5 years to provide them these parts". One of their San Diego dealers told me today that they are just starting to repair a fuel pump recall first discovered 2 years ago. Why is Honda allowed to refuse to make timely repairs to their custo…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11632883 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11465984 · 2022-05-24 (May 24, 2022)
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering and vibrating with an abnormal sound. The contact stated that while shifting into reverse there was a loud roaring sound coming from the brakes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rear rotors need to be replaced and that the brakes were overheating. The vehicle was repaired but the sound from the brakes returned. The manufacturer was notifi…
Owner-reported narrative. 21,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11465984 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11482521 · 2022-09-02 (September 2, 2022)
the steering wheel shakes extremely when using the brake. especially at 60 to 65 miles on curves it's awful. (2) throttle is slow to react as if losing power. Apart from small climbs when I stop and release the brake the drive tends to go backwards as if it were a car with a manual transmission. Honda Dealer from downy. Can’t find the problem.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11482521 at NHTSA ↗