2015 Honda Accord problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 641 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Honda Accord, filed between 2014-11-06 and 2026-08-28. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (253, 39%), engine (121, 19%) and steering (82, 13%). Owners reported 38 crashes, 7 fires and 33 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Honda Accord complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 253 | 39% | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Engine | 121 | 19% | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 99 | 15% | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 82 | 13% | 12 | 1 | 8 |
| Power train | 44 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 44 | 7% | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 39 | 6% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 29 | 5% | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| Air bags | 23 | 4% | 14 | 1 | 16 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 22 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 22 | 3% | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Wheels | 20 | 3% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 15 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 15 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 15 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 253 complaints
- 253 complaints of 641 (39%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 46 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes, 3 fires and 4 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Honda Accord; the recall, campaign 17V418000, says: “The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.”
Engine: 121 complaints
- 121 complaints of 641 (19%) name the engine.
- 46 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 4 crashes, 2 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Honda Accord; the recall, campaign 15V121000, says: “The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.”
Steering: 82 complaints
- 82 complaints of 641 (13%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 13 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 12 crashes, 1 fire and 8 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda Accord covers this system.
Power train: 44 complaints
- 44 complaints of 641 (7%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 12 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Honda Accord; the recall, campaign 20V769000, says: “The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt or other contaminants, and…”
Service brakes: 44 complaints
- 44 complaints of 641 (7%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 11 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 4 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda Accord covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 39 complaints
- 39 complaints of 641 (6%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 15 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda Accord covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2020 | 80 |
| 2021 | 73 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 33 |
| 2026 | 21 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ACCORD, ACCORD FHEV, ACCORD HYBRID, ACCORD PLUG IN HYBRID, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Honda Accord recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda Accord?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Honda Accord's most common problem areas are the electrical system (253 of 641 complaints), engine (121 of 641 complaints) and steering (82 of 641 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Honda Accord have?
NHTSA has 641 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Honda Accord, including 38 reported crashes and 7 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Honda Accord's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2015 Honda Accord; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.