Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti JX35 vs Honda Accord
How the Infiniti JX35 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 JX35 vs Honda Accord: The JX35 has zero owner complaints over 1 year, while the Accord has 4,438 over 10 years. The Accord's engine and electrical issues are common, but the JX35 has 7 recalls, including airbags. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti JX35 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti JX35
The Infiniti JX35 is a luxury crossover that, based on NHTSA data, has a very low owner complaint rate—zero complaints on record over its model year. This suggests that owners have not reported significant issues to regulators, but it also means there is little real-world data to draw from. The seven recalls, however, indicate that the manufacturer identified potential safety defects, particularly in airbags, software, and fuel system components, which should be addressed before purchase.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord, in contrast, has a high volume of owner complaints (4,438 over 10 years), with frequent reports of engine problems, electrical gremlins, and issues with forward collision avoidance systems. Owners describe sudden power loss, warning lights, and even a sunroof explosion, which can be alarming. While many complaints may stem from newer models, the sheer number suggests that the Accord has had more real-world reliability challenges than the JX35.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti JX35 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 7 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 443.8 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 144 |
| 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 JX35
No component data available.
Recalls for frontal airbags and occupant classification sensors indicate potential deployment or sensor issues that could affect airbag operation in a crash.
A software recall suggests possible glitches in vehicle systems, though no specific owner complaints are on record to describe the symptoms.
A recall for the fuel tank assembly points to a possible leak or structural issue that could pose a fire hazard.
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report unusual noises, loss of power, and warning lights for brake and hill descent systems, indicating potential engine or drivetrain failures.
Complaints include TPMS warnings leading to tire failure and rodent damage to wiring harnesses, which can cause unexpected electrical malfunctions.
The system may falsely trigger or show errors for adaptive cruise control and lane keeping, sometimes intermittently, which can be distracting or reduce safety features.
“I purchased this vehicle at 0 miles in July 2025 from Honda Accord in Pensacola Florida. I reported in July 2025 that there was a noise and I was unhappy with the vehicle and would like to exchange the vehicle within the 30 days months later, the noise got lo…”
“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…”
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 JX35 — 7 recalls
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014 Nissan Sentra vehicles, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles, 2014-2015 Infiniti QX60 vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles received an incorrect occupant…
The risk: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to t…
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may…
The risk: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to th…
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Muran…
The risk: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra veh…
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to November 18, 2013, 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles manufactured July 18, 2013, to November 18, 2013, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles manufactured November 29, 2…
The risk: If the primary hood latch is released and the secondary latch fails during operation of the vehicle, it could cause the hood to open during vehicle operation impairing the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the angle of the hood release mechanism to provide additional length to the release cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…
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 (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an…
The risk: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
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 JX35 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Infiniti JX35 has far fewer owner complaints per year (0.0) compared to the Honda Accord (443.8), indicating a lower rate of reported issues. However, the JX35's recalls are serious, so a buyer should ensure all are performed. In practice, the Accord's higher complaint volume suggests more frequent visits to the shop for engine and electronic problems.
Key differences
- The JX35 has zero owner complaints, while the Accord has thousands, indicating a stark difference in reported reliability.
- Accord owners frequently report engine power loss and electrical glitches, whereas JX35 owners have not reported such issues.
- The Accord's forward collision avoidance system is a common source of complaints, while the JX35 has no such reports.
- Both have recalls, but the JX35's recalls focus on airbags and fuel system, while the Accord's include hybrid software and brake modules.
- Check that all seven recalls have been performed, especially airbag and fuel tank ones, as they are safety-critical.
- Inspect the hood hinge attachments for wear, as a recall was issued for that area.
- Listen for engine noises and test acceleration to ensure no power loss, a common complaint.
- Check the forward collision warning system for false alerts or error messages during a test drive.
Before you buy
- For the JX35, obtain a recall status report from a dealer and confirm all repairs are done.
- For the Accord, ask for service records to see if engine or electrical issues have been addressed.
- Test drive both vehicles at highway speeds to feel for any hesitation or warning lights.
- Inspect the Accord's sunroof for cracks or signs of stress, given the reported explosion.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic for both vehicles.
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 JX35 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Infiniti JX35 vs Honda Accord
- Infiniti JX35 total complaints
- 0
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Infiniti JX35 total recalls
- 7
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Infiniti JX35 avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti JX35
- Honda Accord top complaint area
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