Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti G25 vs Honda Accord
How the Infiniti G25 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
Infiniti G25 vs Honda Accord: The G25 has 29 complaints over 2 years (14.5/year) and 0 recalls, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints over 10 years (452/year) and 38 recalls. The G25's issues are mostly electrical and air bag sensor failures; the Accord's include engine and safety-system problems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti G25 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti G25
The Infiniti G25 is a small luxury sedan with a modest complaint volume: 29 over two years, or about 14.5 per year. Owners most often report electrical gremlins, air bag occupant sensor failures, and occasional stalling or no-start conditions. There are no recalls on record, but the air bag sensor issue has prompted expensive repairs at the dealership.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a high-volume family sedan with 4,524 complaints over ten years, averaging about 452 per year. The complaint pattern is dominated by engine and electrical problems, including hybrid system failures and forward collision avoidance warnings. With 38 recalls, the Accord has a much broader history of safety-related fixes.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti G25 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 29 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 3 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 14.5 Better | 452.4 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 3 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.
Infiniti G25
- 01ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9
- 02AIR BAGS7
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
- 04STEERING5
- 05STRUCTURE2
Owners report the engine light coming on with mass air flow sensor codes, and some say the light and poor gas mileage persist even after replacing the sensor. Others describe the vehicle shutting off unexpectedly while driving, then restarting later with no clear cause.
A common complaint is the supplemental air bag warning light coming on due to an occupant sensor failure (code B1018), often around 132,000 miles. Owners note this requires a dealership repair and that earlier model years had recalls but later years did not.
Some owners report the vehicle fails to start after being parked, with the steering wheel not locking and the intelligent key indicator lighting up. This points to an ignition or steering lock issue that can leave you stranded.
Complaints here repeat the same stalling and sensor problems seen in other categories, suggesting owners are not always sure where to file the issue. The pattern reinforces that intermittent electrical faults are a recurring theme.
“I was having gas mileage issues and had an engine light come on one day. I checked it for it to come up with mass air flow sensor code. I had them replaced. Once I replaced them I noticed I still had the light and mileage issues. I did some research and found…”
“While enrooted to work my vehicle just shut off unexpectedly. I had the vehicle towed to nearest mechanic shop and they could not find out why my vehicle stopped, then the vehicle started back up and I drove the vehicle home. A few days later on my way to wor…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners describe alarms for brake, hill descent, ABS, and critical failure appearing at highway speeds, with the vehicle losing speed. Others report rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas modes in hybrid models.
Reports include the electronic power steering and braking systems failing and locking up simultaneously at highway speeds, as well as a tire failure shortly after a TPMS warning was serviced. These are serious safety concerns that can happen without much warning.
Owners report the system activating unexpectedly or failing to resolve a threat, sometimes under identical driving conditions. This can cause sudden braking or warnings that erode trust in the safety features.
Complaints include fuel pump issues and hybrid power control software problems, which can lead to stalling or loss of power. Recalls exist for the fuel pump and hybrid management software, so check that those repairs were completed.
“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.
Infiniti G25
No recalls on record.
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
Infiniti G25 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Infiniti G25 has far fewer complaints per year (about 14.5 versus 452 for the Accord), but the Accord's much larger sales volume means the rate per vehicle may be closer than raw numbers suggest. In practice, the G25's issues are more sporadic and electrical-focused, while the Accord's complaints include more frequent and sometimes more severe safety-system failures.
Key differences
- The G25 has no recalls on record, while the Accord has 38 recalls covering electrical, air bag, fuel pump, and seat belt issues.
- G25 complaints center on air bag occupant sensor failures and intermittent stalling, whereas Accord complaints include engine power loss and simultaneous steering/braking failures.
- The Accord's forward collision avoidance system is a top complaint area, with reports of unexpected activation; the G25 has no comparable advanced driver-assist complaints.
- The G25 averages about 14.5 complaints per year versus about 452 for the Accord, but the Accord's much higher production volume means per-vehicle rates are not directly comparable from these totals alone.
- Check for the air bag warning light and scan for code B1018 (occupant sensor failure), as this is a common and costly repair on the G25.
- Test for intermittent no-start or stalling conditions, and inspect the steering wheel lock and intelligent key operation, since owners report sudden shutdowns and starting problems.
- Ask for proof that all recalls were completed, especially the fuel pump and hybrid power control unit software recalls, as these relate to stalling and power loss.
- Test drive at highway speeds and check for warning lights related to brakes, ABS, and forward collision avoidance, since owners report simultaneous failures and unexpected system activation.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all open recalls have been remedied, especially for the Accord.
- Have a mechanic scan for stored codes, particularly air bag codes on the G25 and hybrid/engine codes on the Accord.
- During the test drive, pay attention to any warning lights, unusual noises, or hesitation during acceleration.
- For the Accord, specifically test the forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control if equipped, and verify the hybrid system transitions smoothly.
- For the G25, check that the air bag warning light illuminates briefly and then goes out, and that the car starts reliably when warm and cold.
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 Infiniti G25 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti G25 vs Honda Accord
- Infiniti G25 total complaints
- 29
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Infiniti G25 total recalls
- 0
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Infiniti G25 avg complaints/year
- 14.5
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti G25
- Infiniti G25 top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE