2016 Honda Accord problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 605 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Honda Accord, filed between 2015-10-23 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (197, 33%), exterior lighting (127, 21%) and engine (44, 7%). Owners reported 32 crashes, 5 fires and 29 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Honda Accord complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 197 | 33% | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 127 | 21% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 125 | 21% | 5 | 2 | 5 |
| Engine | 44 | 7% | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 39 | 6% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 30 | 5% | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 30 | 5% | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Power train | 29 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 27 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 23 | 4% | 11 | 0 | 7 |
| Structure | 21 | 3% | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Wheels | 17 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 15 | 2% | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 13 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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: 197 complaints
- 197 complaints of 605 (33%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 47 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash, 3 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2016 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.”
Exterior lighting: 127 complaints
- 127 complaints of 605 (21%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 14 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Honda Accord covers this system.
Engine: 44 complaints
- 44 complaints of 605 (7%) name the engine.
- 10 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 2 crashes, 3 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Honda Accord covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 39 complaints
- 39 complaints of 605 (6%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 10 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Honda Accord covers this system.
Service brakes: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 605 (5%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 4 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Honda Accord covers this system.
Steering: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 605 (5%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 4 of them also name the power train; owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Honda Accord covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 88 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 88 |
| 2026 | 55 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ACCORD, ACCORD HYBRID, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Honda Accord recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Honda Accord?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Honda Accord's most common problem areas are the electrical system (197 of 605 complaints), exterior lighting (127 of 605 complaints) and engine (44 of 605 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Honda Accord have?
NHTSA has 605 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Honda Accord, including 32 reported crashes and 5 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Honda Accord's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Honda Accord; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.