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2026 Honda Accord HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid. The EPA rates it 44–48 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
44–48mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Oct 2026
Owner complaints
1
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$1,350est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Tires: temporary

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

TiresReported Oct 9, 2026NHTSA 26V663000

Tires: temporary

Remedy pending

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

TiresReported Jun 5, 2026NHTSA 26V366000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 2, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Other / unknown1

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.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2005686
2006433
2007525
2014952
2015608
20161
201745
2018116
2019516
202039
202148
202255
2023144
202478
202524
20261
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 2, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars, 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 2, 2026EPA listing
04 —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
514448$1,350184
Accord Hybrid Sport/Touring
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
464144$1,450201
  • Accord Hybrid
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    51 city · 44 hwy · $1,350/yr
    48
    mpg comb.
  • Accord Hybrid Sport/Touring
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    46 city · 41 hwy · $1,450/yr
    44
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 2, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
05 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 4 DR HEV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 2, 2026Vehicle 22062
06 —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.
08 —FAQ

2026 Accord Hybrid questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 2, 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 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are . Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid at 44–48 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 2, 2026