Head-to-head reliability
GMC B7 vs Honda Accord
How the GMC B7 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
GMC B7 vs Honda Accord: The GMC B7 has 0 complaints and 4 recalls over 3 years, while the Honda Accord has 4,524 complaints and 38 recalls over 10 years, including 162 crash-related reports. The Accord’s higher complaint rate suggests more reported issues, but both require recall checks. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the GMC B7 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
GMC B7
The GMC B7 is a vehicle with no owner complaints filed over three years, suggesting a quiet record in the NHTSA database. However, it has four recalls covering the engine, transmission, and air antilock brakes, which means known safety defects exist even without owner reports. For a used buyer, this means you should verify that all recall repairs have been completed, as the lack of complaints does not guarantee trouble-free ownership.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord has a high volume of owner complaints—4,524 over ten years—with 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. The most common problem areas are the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance, with owners describing sudden power loss, braking failures, and unintended automatic braking. This suggests that while many Accords may be reliable, a notable number of owners experience serious safety issues that require attention.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | GMC B7 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 4 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.
GMC B7
No component data available.
A recall exists for gasoline engine issues, but no owner complaints describe specific symptoms. Buyers should ask whether the recall repair was performed, as an unaddressed engine defect could lead to stalling or performance problems.
A recall covers the automatic transmission, though no owner complaints detail the failure. Without complaint text, the exact symptom is unknown, but a transmission defect can cause rough shifting or loss of drive, so a pre-purchase inspection is critical.
Two recalls address the air antilock brake system, indicating a potential safety risk. No owner complaints describe the issue, but brake defects can reduce stopping ability, so confirm the recall remedy was applied.
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report sudden alarms for brake, hill descent, ABS, and critical failure, followed by loss of speed. Others describe rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas modes, suggesting engine and hybrid integration problems that can affect drivability and safety.
Complaints include simultaneous failure of electronic power steering and braking at highway speeds, causing near-collisions. Another owner reported a tire failure after a TPMS warning was supposedly fixed. These electrical issues can disable critical safety systems without warning.
Owners describe unintended automatic braking or failure to resolve threats, sometimes occurring repeatedly under similar conditions. This can cause sudden speed reductions or fail to prevent a collision, making the system unreliable in real-world driving.
A recall exists for the fuel pump, and owners report a persistent rotten-egg/sulfur odor that was not fixed by a filter replacement. Fuel system defects can cause stalling or fuel leaks, and the odor may indicate a more serious issue.
“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.
GMC B7 — 4 recalls
The defect: CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY C-SERIES AND B7 SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH A 7.4 LITER GAS ENGINE AND AN IMPCO LPG CONVERSION KIT. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE ENGINE BACKFIRES WITH SUFFICIENT FORCE TO DAMAGE THE ENGINE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM AND THE AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT.
The risk: IF THE DAMAGED AIR CLEANER PARTS ARE DISLODGED FROM THEIR NORMAL POSITION, THESE PARTS COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND/OR HOT EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) VALVE TUBE RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIR…
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED MIXER BONNET AND AIR CLEANER HOUSING COVER, SELECTIVE UPGRADES IN VARIOUS CONNECTIONS RELATED TO THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM, AND IF NEEDED, A NEW AIR CLEANER FILTER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 18, 200…
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD LEAK FROM A HEAT DEGRADED TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER HOSE ONTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
The risk: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER INLET HOSE AND OUTLET HOSE DESIGNED WITH A HEAT SLEEVE AND ENSURE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM TAKE-DOWN PIPE. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE RIGHT-HAND EXHAUST MANIFOLD SEAL…
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES, MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS AND TRACTORS BUILT WITH BENDIX AIR ABS WITH AN EC-17 1030R ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), THERE HAVE BEEN REPORTS OF UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS CAUSED BY 1) CHAFED ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WIRES ON ROTATING PARTS OR 2) A DAMAGED COMPONE…
The risk: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE ABS ECU TO EXHAUST THE AIR AT THE AIR BRAKE MODULATORS FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE WHEELS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES AND A POSSIBLE CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU.
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES, MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS AND TRACTORS BUILT WITH BENDIX AIR ABS WITH AN EC-17 1030R ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), THERE HAVE BEEN REPORTS OF UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS CAUSED BY 1) CHAFED ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WIRES ON ROTATING PARTS OR 2) A DAMAGED COMPONE…
The risk: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE ABS ECU TO EXHAUST THE AIR AT THE AIR BRAKE MODULATORS FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE WHEELS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES AND A POSSIBLE CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU.
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
GMC B7 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The GMC B7 has 0 complaints per year on average, while the Honda Accord has 452.4 per year, meaning the Accord has far more reported issues. In practice, the GMC B7 appears to have a quieter complaint record, but its recalls still require attention. The Honda Accord’s high complaint volume, including crashes and injuries, suggests a higher risk of encountering problems.
Key differences
- The GMC B7 has 0 owner complaints and 4 recalls, while the Honda Accord has 4,524 complaints and 38 recalls over 10 years.
- Honda Accord owners report serious safety issues like sudden power loss, braking failures, and unintended automatic braking; the GMC B7 has no complaint text to describe symptoms.
- The Honda Accord has 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths; the GMC B7 has 0 in all three categories.
- The GMC B7’s recalls cover engine, transmission, and antilock brakes; the Honda Accord’s recalls include hybrid software, fuel pump, air bags, and seat belts.
- Check for open recalls on the engine, transmission, and antilock brakes—ask for proof they were fixed.
- Since there are no owner complaints, any unusual noise, warning light, or shifting problem during a test drive should be taken seriously.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system and adaptive cruise control; owners report unintended braking and failure to detect obstacles.
- Listen for engine rattling during acceleration and check for rough transitions between EV and gas modes, especially in hybrid models.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to see all open recalls for the specific vehicle and confirm they were repaired.
- Take a long test drive that includes highway speeds to check for sudden alarms, power loss, or braking issues.
- For the Honda Accord, specifically test the forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping systems.
- Ask for maintenance records, especially for transmission fluid changes on the GMC B7 and hybrid system checks on the Honda Accord.
- Have a trusted mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the engine, electrical system, and brakes.
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 GMC B7 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- GMC B7 vs Honda Accord
- GMC B7 total complaints
- 0
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- GMC B7 total recalls
- 4
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- GMC B7 avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- GMC B7
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE