Head-to-head reliability
Aston Martin DBX vs Honda Accord
How the Aston Martin DBX and Honda Accord compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Aston Martin DBX vs Honda Accord: The DBX has 2 complaints over 6 years (0.3/year) and 14 recalls, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints over 10 years (452.4/year) and 38 recalls. The Accord also reports 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths; the DBX reports none. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Aston Martin DBX or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Aston Martin DBX
The Aston Martin DBX is a low-volume luxury SUV with very few owner complaints—just 2 over 6 years—but 14 recalls. The complaints that do exist involve a torn underbody panel that exposed wiring and a seat belt that pressed against the driver's throat. Living with it means dealing with rare but potentially expensive issues, and recall repairs may be needed.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a high-volume family sedan with 4,524 complaints over 10 years and 38 recalls. Owners report engine stalls, electrical failures like power steering and braking lockups, and forward collision avoidance malfunctions. The high complaint rate means many owners experience problems, some serious enough to cause crashes or injuries.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Aston Martin DBX | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 14 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.3 Better | 452.4 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 146 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Aston Martin DBX
- 01STRUCTURE1
- 02SEAT BELTS1
One owner reported the left underbody panel tore, exposing wiring, servos, and cables. The dealer replaced it at the owner's expense, and the manufacturer did not reimburse. This matters because underbody damage can lead to costly repairs and potential electrical issues.
One owner of a 2025 DBX said the seat belt strap laid across the driver's throat while buckled, with no apparent way to adjust it. This is a comfort and safety concern that could distract the driver.
“Left underbody panel tore. Available for inspection. Exposed wiring, servos, cables, etc. confirmed. Replaced panel at my expense by dealer. Manufacturer notified.Neither will reimburse me. No alerts. Occurred about 3/2/25. Cause: asphalt driveway twig caught…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report sudden loss of speed with multiple alarms (Brake, hill descent, ABS, critical failure) and rattling noises during acceleration. These issues can leave a driver stranded or cause dangerous slowdowns on the highway.
Complaints include electronic power steering and braking systems failing simultaneously at highway speeds, and a tire failure after a TPMS repair. Such failures can lead to near-collisions and loss of control.
Owners describe the system activating unexpectedly or failing to resolve threats, sometimes under adaptive cruise control. This can cause sudden braking or failure to brake when needed, increasing crash risk.
Reports include persistent rotten-egg odors and a foot slipping behind a plastic side panel. These may seem minor but can indicate deeper issues or distract the driver.
“Vehicle drove normally in the morning commute. In the afternoon commute it started normally and as i approached highway speeds the alarms started showing up. the Brake, hill descent system, abs, critical failure. the vehicle started losing speed and could not…”
“Vehicle makes rattling noises while accelerating similar to a diesel engine also rough transitions between EV mode and Gas mode also when you press the charge button the engine makes a very noticeable jerk once it’s on ,Honda does not want to fix my issue and…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Aston Martin DBX — 14 recalls
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2021-2024 DBX vehicles. Electrical cables in the battery fuse box may be loose, which can result in an engine stall, or a loss of headlights and/or power steering.
The risk: An engine stall or loss of headlights and/or power steering can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the fuses and cables for damage and replace them as necessary. In addition, the fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2024. Owners may cont…
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DBX707 vehicles. An oil hose for the oil cooler may burst, resulting in a sudden loss of oil and oil pressure.
The risk: A sudden loss of oil and oil pressure can result in the engine stalling or seizing, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hoses for the oil cooler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-03-1926.
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2026 DBX S, 2023-2026 DBX707, and 2021-2024 DBX vehicles. The pin for the torque reaction link may slide out of the rear lower suspension arm, causing the rear lower suspension arm casting to crack or shear.
The risk: Failure of the rear lower suspension arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, damage the brake line or other suspension components, and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston Martin will inspect the lower rear suspension arms for cracks, and as necessary, replace the lower rear arms, and replace the bolts for the torque reaction links, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2026. O…
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2025-2026 DBX and 2026 DBX S vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light may not illuminate as intended, failing to warn drivers that one or more tires may be underinflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
The risk: Underinflated tires increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston Martin will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2026. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-13-2153. The V…
Honda Accord — 38 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identificati…
The defect: 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.
The risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipat…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint sys…
The risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura R…
The risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls ar…
Buyer analysis
Aston Martin DBX or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Aston Martin DBX has far fewer issues per year (0.3 complaints/year) compared to the Honda Accord (452.4 complaints/year). In practice, the Accord owner is much more likely to experience a reported problem, including serious safety-related failures, while DBX issues are rare but can still be costly.
Key differences
- The DBX has only 2 complaints in 6 years, while the Accord has 4,524 in 10 years—a massive difference in reported problem frequency.
- Accord complaints include 162 crash-related, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths; DBX has 0 in each category.
- DBX issues are structural (underbody panel) and seat belt fit; Accord issues are engine stalls, electrical failures, and collision avoidance malfunctions.
- Both have recalls, but the Accord's 38 recalls cover more systems, including hybrid power control and fuel pumps.
- Inspect the underbody panels for tears or exposure of wiring, servos, and cables, as one owner reported this failure.
- Check the driver's seat belt routing and adjustment to ensure it does not press against the neck when buckled.
- Test drive at highway speeds and watch for sudden alarms, loss of power, or steering/braking lockup, which owners reported.
- Check for rattling noises during acceleration and rough transitions between EV and gas modes, especially in hybrid models.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed.
- For the DBX, have a mechanic inspect underbody panels and seat belt operation.
- For the Accord, test the forward collision avoidance system and electronic power steering at various speeds.
- Ask the seller for any repair records related to engine, electrical, or fuel system issues.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by a brand-specific specialist to catch model-specific problems.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Aston Martin DBX | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 10 |
| 2025 | 1 | 109 |
| 2024 | 1 | 219 |
| 2023 | 0 | 226 |
| 2022 | 0 | 252 |
| 2021 | 0 | 234 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Aston Martin DBX or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Aston Martin DBX vs Honda Accord
- Aston Martin DBX total complaints
- 2
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Aston Martin DBX total recalls
- 14
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Aston Martin DBX avg complaints/year
- 0.3
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Aston Martin DBX
- Aston Martin DBX top complaint area
- STRUCTURE
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE