NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 602 owner complaints for the 2015 Honda Accord. Most complaints involve electrical system (238) and engine (106). The EPA rates it 21–30 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. 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 potentially cause it to break.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Accord model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 478 |
| 1997 | 467 |
| 1998 | 1,215 |
| 1999 | 1,144 |
| 2000 | 1,193 |
| 2001 | 932 |
| 2002 | 1,062 |
| 2003 | 2,013 |
| 2004 | 1,018 |
| 2005 | 686 |
| 2006 | 433 |
| 2007 | 524 |
| 2008 | 1,521 |
| 2009 | 727 |
| 2010 | 581 |
| 2011 | 296 |
| 2012 | 381 |
| 2013 | 1,438 |
| 2014 | 984 |
| 2015 | 602 |
| 2016 | 613 |
| 2017 | 540 |
| 2018 | 1,897 |
| 2019 | 698 |
| 2020 | 368 |
| 2021 | 246 |
| 2022 | 262 |
| 2023 | 88 |
| 2024 | 153 |
| 2025 | 99 |
| 2026 | 14 |
“this has actually been a problem since I first got the car in 2015 but probably started happening in 2016. but it happens so intermittently that I hardly thought about it or figured it just needed a new battery. but I changed the battery and it is still happening where the car won't start. I have to push the button repeatedly or put the car in N to get it to start. eventually it works but I'm worried about an electrical issue causing a fire. when it doesn't start all the lights on the dashboard light up. I keep trying and eventually it works. as I said, I'm afraid it will cause a fire. I called honda and they said some cars were recalled for starter issues but not my vin number. seems like if other Hondas had issues mine would too.”
“2015 Honda Accord EX-L presenting with constant knocking in the lower back part of the engine. Knocking varies with engine RPMs and is consistent across all drives. Oil has been maintained and at time of checking full, oil presented with copper fragments within the oil meaning a rod bearing has failed. Engine is a, 3.5L 6Cyl GAS J35Y1 Naturally Aspirated, not currently covered by the NHTSA 23V-751 recall, yet presents with all the same symptoms and engine failure issues described by J35Y6 users. Attached file is inspection from repair shop and quote for a new engine and other likely repairs.”
“First time my 2015 Accord 4dr FWD V6 AT failed to turn, I was coming out of parking area onto busy highway when I suddenly wasn't able to turn steering wheel to right enough to complete the turn and crossed over oncoming traffic lane to opposite shoulder. I parked and tried turning both directions while stationary, and was able to get full range to the left smoothly, but continued to meet complete resistance slightly right of center. There were no warnings whatsoever and the car operated normally prior to this incident. After about 4 minutes of sitting, I restarted car and noticed steering was restored both directions, firmer when moving and very smooth when parked. I took it home and had independent mechanic diagnose and troubleshoot with no answers other than possibly suspension or alignment. I replaced suspension components, got 4-wheel alignment, and steering was firm, responsive, and didn't lock up again for about 200 miles. The next time the steering acted up was when my son was driving back from church and couldn't turn left, again without warning. This time the car kept going straight and he was able to stop before hitting a large metal post. I brought…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 | 296 |
| Accord Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,200 | 307 |
| Accord Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 | 328 |
| Accord Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 34 | 25 | $2,550 | 350 |
| Accord Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 24 | $2,700 | 364 |
| Accord Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,050 | 414 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 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.
Owners filed 602 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (238), engine (106), steering (78). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2015 Honda Accord at 21–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Honda Accord 5 out of 5 stars overall.