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2019 Honda Accord Problems

What owners have reported about the 2019 Honda Accord, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2019 Honda Accord a good year?

It's one of the worst years for the Accord. Owners have filed 696 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 18 Accord model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, fuel system and emergency braking system.

696 complaints 6 recalls, 1 crash risk 6th worst of 18 Accord years

Top 2019 Honda Accord problems

1

Engine problems

193 complaints (28%) name the engine, most often the turbo / supercharger.

Complaints 193 · Usually at 9,000–110,000 miles

2

Fuel system problems

191 complaints (27%) name the fuel system, most often the delivery and fuel pump.

Complaints 191 · Usually at 27,000–97,000 miles · Recall 23V858000, 21V215000, 20V314000

3

Emergency braking problems

154 complaints (22%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

Complaints 154 · Usually at 14,000–30,000 miles

4

Electrical problems

109 complaints (16%) name the electrical system, most often the instrument cluster / panel and spark plugs.

Complaints 109 · Usually at 5,000–70,000 miles · Recall 20V771000

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Engine 28%
Brakes 13%
Unknown or Other 12%
Transmission 6%
Lane Assist 5%
Acceleration 5%
Airbags 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (199 of 696). The amber line is the middle value, about 20,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2019 Honda Accord recalls

Front passenger

The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK.

Recall 26V332000 · May 2026

Fuel pump

Can stall

The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.

Recall 23V858000 · Dec 2023

Buckle assembly

A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching. An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9.

Recall 23V158000 · Mar 2023

Fuel pump

Can stall

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

Recall 21V215000 · Mar 2021

Software error can disable wipers and rear camera

Crash risk

A software fault can intermittently cut communication between the Body Control Module and other parts, causing the windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, and power windows to malfunction. Losing these systems raises the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will update the Body Control Module software free of charge.

Recall 20V771000 · Dec 2020

Fuel pump may fail and stall engine

Can stall

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank can fail. If it does, the engine can stop while you are driving, which raises the risk of a crash.

Fix: A dealer will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge, and Honda will notify you by mail.

Recall 20V314000 · May 2020
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Accord years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2019 Honda Accord problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2019 Honda Accord a reliable year?

It's one of the worst years for the Accord. Owners have filed 696 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 18 Accord model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, fuel system and emergency braking system.

What are the most common 2019 Honda Accord problems?

Owners most often report problems with the engine, fuel system, emergency braking system and electrical system. 193 complaints (28%) name the engine, most often the turbo / supercharger.

At what mileage do 2019 Honda Accord engine problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 9,000–110,000 miles, with a middle value near 85,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Accord have?

6. Front passenger (26V332000); Fuel pump (23V858000); Buckle assembly (23V158000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2019 Honda Accord?

Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2023, 2025 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.