Head-to-head reliability
Bugatti Veyron vs Honda Accord
How the Bugatti Veyron 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
Bugatti Veyron vs Honda Accord: The Veyron has 0 complaints and 7 recalls over 10 years, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints, 38 recalls, and 162 crash-related reports. The Accord also shows 146 injuries and 3 deaths in the data. The Veyron has no owner complaint text on record. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Bugatti Veyron or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Bugatti Veyron
The Bugatti Veyron is an ultra-exotic hypercar with only 0 owner complaints filed over 10 years, so there is no real-world complaint pattern to learn from. It has 7 recalls, mostly for fuel system and body structure issues, but no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data. Living with one means very little owner-reported failure history, but also very few examples and potentially expensive, specialized repairs when something does go wrong.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mass-market sedan with 4,524 complaints over 10 years, averaging about 452 per year, plus 38 recalls. Owners report engine problems like loss of power and rattling, electrical failures including power steering and braking lockups, and forward collision avoidance issues such as unexpected braking. There are also 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths in the data, so the reported issues can be serious.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Bugatti Veyron | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 7 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 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.
Bugatti Veyron
No component data available.
Recalls list fuel system gasoline issues, which could involve leaks or delivery problems. For a buyer, this means checking for any open recall and confirming the fuel system has been inspected or repaired.
Multiple recalls for body structure suggest possible concerns with panels, frame, or attachment points. A buyer should have a specialist inspect for prior damage or recall-related repairs.
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report alarms for brake, hill descent, and ABS, followed by loss of speed, as well as rattling noises and rough transitions between EV and gas modes. These symptoms can indicate engine or hybrid system faults that may leave you stranded or require costly diagnosis.
Complaints describe electronic power steering and braking failing and locking up at highway speeds, plus TPMS warnings followed by tire failure. Electrical glitches can affect critical safety systems, so a pre-purchase electrical inspection is wise.
Owners report unexpected braking or failure to resolve forward collision warnings, sometimes under adaptive cruise control. This matters because a malfunctioning driver-assist system can surprise you and increase crash risk.
Complaints include persistent rotten-egg or sulfur odors that remain after filter replacement, pointing to fuel or propulsion system issues. Such odors can indicate a problem that is hard to fix and may affect comfort or emissions.
“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.
Bugatti Veyron — 7 recalls
The defect: Bugatti is recalling certain 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to March 9, 2012, 2010-2012 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to October 14, 2014, and 2011-2013 Veyron Super Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2011, to August 17, 2012. In the affe…
The risk: If these jacking plates separate from the vehicle while driving, they may be a road hazard, potentially striking another vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will rivet and seal the underbody aluminum reference plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at (805) 557-1050.
The defect: Bugatti is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to January 17, 2010 and 2010-2011 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to June 30, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel tank gauge may indicate that there is more fuel in the t…
The risk: The inaccurate gauge may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank control unit and upgrade the software, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at 1-805-557-1050.
The defect: Bugatti is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to January 17, 2010 and 2010-2011 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to June 30, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel tank gauge may indicate that there is more fuel in the t…
The risk: The inaccurate gauge may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank control unit and upgrade the software, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at 1-805-557-1050.
The defect: Bugatti is recalling certain 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to March 9, 2012, 2010-2012 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to October 14, 2014, and 2011-2013 Veyron Super Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2011, to August 17, 2012. In the affe…
The risk: If these jacking plates separate from the vehicle while driving, they may be a road hazard, potentially striking another vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will rivet and seal the underbody aluminum reference plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at (805) 557-1050.
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
Bugatti Veyron or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Bugatti Veyron has far fewer issues per year, with 0 complaints versus about 452 per year for the Honda Accord. In practice, the Accord has a large, documented pattern of engine, electrical, and driver-assist complaints, while the Veyron has almost no owner-reported failure history. That difference means the Accord buyer should expect more potential problems, but also more available repair information.
Key differences
- The Bugatti Veyron has 0 complaints and 7 recalls, while the Honda Accord has 4,524 complaints and 38 recalls over 10 years.
- Honda Accord owners report serious electrical failures like power steering and braking lockups, plus engine power loss; the Veyron has no complaint text to show such patterns.
- The Accord has 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths in the data; the Veyron has 0 in each category.
- Veyron recalls focus on fuel system and body structure, while Accord recalls include hybrid power control software, seat belts, air bag sensors, and fuel pump delivery.
- Check for open fuel system recalls and any signs of fuel leaks or delivery problems, since recalls list fuel system gasoline issues.
- Inspect body panels and structure for prior damage or recall-related repairs, as multiple body structure recalls are listed.
- Test drive at highway speeds and watch for warning lights for brake, hill descent, ABS, or power steering, as owners report these failing and causing speed loss.
- Check for persistent rotten-egg or sulfur odors and confirm any fuel/propulsion system repairs, since owners report odors that remain after service.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to see all open recalls for the specific vehicle and confirm they have been fixed.
- For the Honda Accord, ask for service records related to engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance complaints, and test those systems during a test drive.
- For the Bugatti Veyron, have a marque specialist inspect fuel system and body structure, and verify recall completion.
- Request a pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic familiar with the model, focusing on the reported trouble areas.
- Check the NHTSA complaint database for the exact model year to see if the issues described here apply to that year.
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 | Bugatti Veyron | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 537 |
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 Bugatti Veyron or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Bugatti Veyron vs Honda Accord
- Bugatti Veyron total complaints
- 0
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Bugatti Veyron total recalls
- 7
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Bugatti Veyron avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Bugatti Veyron
- Honda Accord top complaint area
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