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2014 Honda Accord HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 952 owner complaints for the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. Most complaints involve electrical system (378) and engine (178). The EPA rates it 47 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
47mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Sep 2015
Owner complaints
952
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$1,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Hybrid propulsion system

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 29, 2013, to May 30, 2015. Electrical interference may cause the hybrid system to switch into fail-safe mode, disabling the gasoline engine, limiting the vehicle's speed to 40 miles per hour and functioning only on battery power. Once the battery is discharged, the vehicle will stall.

Hybrid propulsion systemReported Sep 25, 2015NHTSA 15V602000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

952 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2013 – Nov 2025
  1. Electrical system378
  2. Engine178
  3. Steering138
  4. Service brakes105
  5. Power train63
  6. Forward collision avoidance43
  7. Vehicle speed control43
  8. Air bags37
  9. Electronic stability control (esc)36

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Accord Hybrid model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2005686
2006433
2007525
2014952
2015608
20161
201745
2018116
2019516
202039
202148
202255
2023144
202478
202524
20261
Crashes reported
53
Fires reported
10
Injuries reported
54
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

378 reports5 crashes5 fires
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the advertisement and the odometer indicated the mileage was 79,000. The vehicle was a dealer purchase. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for inspection, the contact was informed that the mileage report indicated that the previous mileage was 128,000. The dealer was made aware of the issue, however, declined to confirm that the information was correct.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 14, 2025Electrical systemODI 11673466

Engine

178 reports2 crashes3 fires
“I am a huge Honda fan and I’ve only owned Accords and I have friends with the same body style Accord as mine. Every last one of us have failed or malfunctioning ABS modules as well as continuous catalytic converter issues. I have exhausted my bank account and the issue still presents itself. Due to the failure of the converter, my car is now stalling only when the AC is running in the vehicle. I feel these issues are common and a true safety do driving due to stalling and ABS braking malfunctions.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 7, 2025Service brakes, EngineODI 11665494

Steering

138 reports13 crashes1 fire
“Power Steering Failure on multiple occasions dating back to November of 2023. My safety and the safety of others were put at risk because the steering wheel would lock while car was in motion, at times while making a turn, preventing me from operating my vehicle safely. The problem has been confirmed by three independent service centers: Meineke, located at 9640 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL; Reyes Auto Care, located at 9200 Kilpatrick Ave, Oak Lawn, IL; Highline Automotive, located at 11332 SW Hwy, Palos Hills, IL. Vehicle has been inspected by independent mechanics who all came to the conclusion of power steering issue, requiring system update or total replacement of gearbox and/or rack and pinion. Warning lights come on when issue starts. Has been ongoing since I acquired car in Nov of 2023”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 31, 2025SteeringODI 11677435
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Accord Hybrid
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
494547$1,300188
  • Accord Hybrid
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    49 city · 45 hwy · $1,300/yr
    47
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Honda Accord Hybrid 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 8212Vehicle 8464
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 Accord Hybrid questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid problems?

Owners filed 952 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (378), engine (178), steering (138). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid at 47 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

How safe is the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026