Head-to-head reliability
Isuzu Hombre vs Honda Accord
How the Isuzu Hombre 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
Isuzu Hombre vs Honda Accord: the Hombre has 7 complaints over 1 year (7.0/yr) and 1 recall, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints over 10 years (452.4/yr) and 38 recalls. The Hombre's reports include air bags not deploying and brake pedal failure; the Accord's include engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Isuzu Hombre or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Isuzu Hombre
The Isuzu Hombre is a compact pickup with a very small complaint footprint: just 7 complaints over one year, averaging 7 per year. The pattern is dominated by air bag non-deployment in crashes and brake hydraulic failures, with a few electrical and powertrain issues. For a buyer, this suggests a simple older truck where the biggest worries are crash protection and brake system condition, not a long list of recurring electronic faults.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord shows a much larger and more varied complaint record: 4,524 complaints over 10 years, averaging about 452 per year, plus 38 recalls. Owners report engine and electrical problems, forward collision avoidance warnings, and fuel/propulsion issues, with some crashes, injuries, and deaths noted. For a buyer, this means the Accord has many more reported trouble spots to check, especially on newer hybrid and advanced-safety models.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Isuzu Hombre | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 7 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 1 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 2 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 7.0 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.
Isuzu Hombre
- 01AIR BAGS2
- 02SERVICE BRAKES2
- 03HYDRAULIC2
- 04ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
- 05POWER TRAIN1
Owners report frontal collisions at 45 mph where the air bags failed to deploy, and the vehicle was totaled. For a buyer, this is a critical safety concern because the restraint system may not work in a crash.
One owner reported the brake pedal going straight to the floor at 5 mph, leading to a master cylinder replacement. Another complaint in this group describes dashboard lights dimming and headlights shutting off intermittently, which affects visibility and braking confidence.
The same brake-pedal-to-floor and master-cylinder replacement appears under hydraulic, pointing to a brake hydraulic failure. Buyers should treat any soft or sinking pedal as a serious warning sign.
A complaint tied to this area also mentions the transmission not shifting into first gear and catalytic converter issues. This suggests that engine and cooling problems on the Hombre may come with drivability symptoms rather than a single easy fix.
“I WAS IN A COLLISION AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR SQUARELY WITH THE FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH. THE AIRBAGS IN MY VEHICLE FAILED TO DEPLOY. MY VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT THE AIRBAGS WERE DEFECTIVE PRIOR T…”
“WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE INVOLVED IN FRONTAL AND SIDE COLLISIONS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS NOT TO DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report alarms for brake, hill descent, ABS, and critical failure while driving, with the vehicle losing speed. Others describe rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas mode, which can mean expensive diagnosis and repair.
One owner reported electronic power steering and braking systems failing and locking up simultaneously at highway speeds, causing a near-collision. Another complaint describes a TPMS repair followed by a catastrophic tire failure, so electrical and tire-related warnings deserve attention.
Owners report the system failing to resolve a threat and unexpected behavior with adaptive cruise control set at 70 mph. These are advanced driver-assist features, and when they act up they can surprise a driver at speed.
The fuel/propulsion category is among the top complaint areas, and recall subjects include the fuel pump and hybrid power control software. Buyers should check for open recalls and any hesitation or fuel-delivery symptoms.
“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.
Isuzu Hombre — 1 recall
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH INCORRECT PAYLOAD INFORMATION ON THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL. THE PAYLOAD SHOWN ON THE LABEL IS GREATER THAN THE MAXIMUM VALIDATED PAYLOAD. IF THE VEHICLE WERE LOADED TO THE INCORREC…
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OR AN INABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE WITHIN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES.
The fix: OWNERS WILL BE SENT A NEW LABEL FOR INSTALLATION ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR OF THE VEHICLE.
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
Isuzu Hombre or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Isuzu Hombre has far fewer complaints per year (7.0) than the Honda Accord (452.4), but the Hombre's small sample includes serious air bag and brake failures. The Accord's much larger record means more reported problems to sort through, even though many may be isolated or addressed by recalls.
Key differences
- The Hombre's complaints center on air bags not deploying in crashes and brake hydraulic failure, while the Accord's top areas are engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance.
- The Hombre has 1 recall and 7 complaints over one year; the Accord has 38 recalls and 4,524 complaints over 10 years, so the Accord has far more reported issues to track.
- The Accord's sample complaints include simultaneous power steering and braking failure at highway speed, a different kind of risk than the Hombre's brake pedal going to the floor.
- The Hombre's record includes 2 crash-related complaints and 0 injuries, while the Accord's record includes 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths, showing a much larger and more severe reported footprint.
- Check the brake pedal for a soft or sinking feel and look for evidence of master cylinder replacement, since owners reported the pedal going to the floor.
- Ask whether the air bags have ever been inspected or replaced, and verify the air bag warning light works, given reports of non-deployment in frontal crashes.
- Test the electronic power steering and braking at low and highway speeds and watch for warning lights, because one owner reported both locking up simultaneously.
- Check for open recalls on the fuel pump, hybrid power control software, and occupant classification sensor, and ask for proof they were completed.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN for open recalls on both vehicles and confirm any recall repairs were completed.
- On the Hombre, test the brakes thoroughly and inspect the master cylinder and hydraulic lines for leaks or recent replacement.
- On the Accord, test all driver-assist features, including adaptive cruise control and forward collision warnings, and check for electrical warning lights.
- Ask for maintenance records and pay attention to transmission shifting on the Hombre and engine/EV transition noises on the Accord.
- Have a mechanic inspect the air bag system on the Hombre and the hybrid/electrical systems on the Accord before buying.
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 Isuzu Hombre or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Isuzu Hombre vs Honda Accord
- Isuzu Hombre total complaints
- 7
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Isuzu Hombre total recalls
- 1
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Isuzu Hombre avg complaints/year
- 7.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Isuzu Hombre
- Isuzu Hombre top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE