Head-to-head reliability
Chrysler Voyager vs Honda Accord
How the Chrysler Voyager 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
Chrysler Voyager vs Honda Accord: The Voyager has 72 complaints over 10 years (7.2/year) and 38 recalls, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints (452.4/year) and 38 recalls. The Accord also reports 162 crash-related complaints and 3 deaths, versus 4 and 0 for the Voyager. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Chrysler Voyager or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Chrysler Voyager
The Chrysler Voyager is a minivan with a relatively low complaint volume—72 over 10 years, about 7 per year—but its recalls are frequent at 38. Owners report serious electrical and steering failures that can cause the vehicle to shut down or lose steering, often requiring towing. Air bag and engine issues also appear, with some complaints describing unintended acceleration. For a used buyer, this means fewer overall complaints but potentially severe, immobilizing problems.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a popular midsize sedan with a very high complaint volume—4,524 over 10 years, about 452 per year—and 38 recalls. The most common issues involve the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance, with many reports of stalling, braking problems, and false automatic emergency braking. There are also 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths, indicating that some defects may have serious consequences. For a used buyer, this suggests a higher likelihood of encountering problems, though many may be addressed by recalls or repairs.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Chrysler Voyager | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 72 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 38 | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 4 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 7.2 Better | 452.4 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 2 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.
Chrysler Voyager
- 01ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17
- 02STEERING12
- 03AIR BAGS8
- 04ENGINE8
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
Owners report sudden electrical failures where the steering stops working, warning lights flash, wipers turn on, and the vehicle dies, requiring a tow. This can happen while driving, creating a dangerous loss of control.
Complaints describe the steering wheel sticking when exiting a turn, which can cause overcompensation and a vague feeling on straight roads. This sticking could lead to loss of steering control if not addressed.
The airbag warning light may illuminate intermittently and then stay on permanently, often accompanied by cruise control issues. This means the airbags might not deploy in a crash, and the cause can be hard to diagnose.
Some owners report unintended acceleration while braking, with the electronic throttle control warning light on. Others note transmission kick-down during cruise control that causes engine revving and speed increases, which can be unsettling.
“I was turning left into a parking lot when my 2020 Voyager steering stopped working while it started to show all warning lights and the wipers went on, then it went dead, had to be towed on a flatbed to the dealership, and after 4 weeks with no solution in si…”
“I AM FROM OHIO. I WAS ON A FAMILY VACATION WITH MY FAMILY OF 5 IN SOUTH CAROLINA. I WENT TO GET IN MY 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY ON A WEDNESDAY MORNING. THE AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENERS WOULD NOT WORK WITH THE REMOTE. I STARTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED I HAD NO…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report alarms for brake, hill descent, and ABS failures, followed by loss of speed and inability to accelerate. Others hear rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas modes, indicating potential hybrid system issues.
Complaints include simultaneous failure of electronic power steering and braking at highway speeds, causing near-collisions. Another owner had a tire fail catastrophically shortly after a TPMS warning was supposedly fixed, suggesting electrical or sensor problems.
Owners describe the system activating unexpectedly, such as sudden braking with adaptive cruise control on, even with no obstacles. This can cause rear-end collisions or loss of control, and service centers have struggled to resolve it.
Some report a persistent rotten-egg odor, which can indicate fuel or emissions problems. Others mention a foot slipping behind a plastic panel, but fuel system complaints often involve fuel pump failures that can cause stalling.
“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.
Chrysler Voyager — 38 recalls
The defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "W…
The risk: A windshield that detaches from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 25B.
The defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The traction control system (TCS) does not function when cruise control is activated.
The risk: An inactive traction control system can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the TCS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 22B.
The defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2024 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The seat limiter may not have been installed, allowing the seat to move too far forward. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occ…
The risk: A seat positioned too close to the air bag can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and install a seat limiter as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
The defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals.
The risk: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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
Chrysler Voyager or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Chrysler Voyager has far fewer complaints per year (about 7 vs. 452 for the Honda Accord), but its issues tend to be severe and immobilizing, such as steering and electrical failures. The Honda Accord's higher complaint rate means you're more likely to encounter problems, but many are related to advanced driver aids and may be less likely to leave you stranded. In practice, the Voyager may be less troublesome overall, but when it fails, it can be dangerous.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Chrysler Voyager averages 7.2 complaints per year, while Honda Accord averages 452.4 per year, a massive difference in reported problems.
- Severity pattern: Voyager complaints often involve sudden loss of steering or electrical shutdown, while Accord complaints frequently involve engine stalling, braking failures, and false forward collision warnings.
- Crash and injury data: Honda Accord has 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths; Chrysler Voyager has 4 crash-related, 2 injuries, and 0 deaths.
- Recall subjects: Both have 38 recalls, but Voyager recalls include windshield fasteners and traction control, while Accord recalls include hybrid power control software and fuel pumps.
- Check for any history of electrical system repairs, especially related to steering loss or warning lights, as these can be intermittent and dangerous.
- Test the steering for sticking or vague spots when turning, and ensure the airbag light is not illuminated, as airbag issues can be costly to fix.
- Inspect for engine rattles, rough hybrid transitions, and any warning lights related to brakes, ABS, or forward collision avoidance, as these are commonly reported.
- Verify that all recalls, especially those for fuel pump and hybrid software, have been performed, and check for any lingering fuel odors or TPMS issues.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been completed for the specific model year.
- Take a test drive that includes highway speeds, turning, and braking to check for steering stickiness, unintended acceleration, or warning lights.
- Have a mechanic inspect the electrical system, steering components, and airbag sensors, especially on the Chrysler Voyager.
- For the Honda Accord, test the forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control in safe conditions to see if they activate unexpectedly.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and specifically inquire about any prior repairs for the issues mentioned in complaints.
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 | Chrysler Voyager | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 10 |
| 2025 | 0 | 109 |
| 2024 | 1 | 219 |
| 2023 | 1 | 226 |
| 2022 | 5 | 252 |
| 2021 | 16 | 234 |
| 2020 | 13 | 362 |
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 Chrysler Voyager or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Chrysler Voyager vs Honda Accord
- Chrysler Voyager total complaints
- 72
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Chrysler Voyager total recalls
- 38
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Chrysler Voyager avg complaints/year
- 7.2
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Chrysler Voyager
- Chrysler Voyager top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE