Head-to-head reliability
Isuzu I 350 vs Honda Accord
How the Isuzu I 350 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 I 350 vs Honda Accord: The Isuzu I 350 has 4 complaints over 1 year and 0 crash-related reports, while the Honda Accord has 4,438 complaints over 10 years, 160 crash-related reports, and 3 deaths. The Isuzu’s issues center on brake lights and ABS; the Accord’s span engine, electrical, and safety systems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Isuzu I 350 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Isuzu I 350
The Isuzu I 350 is a pickup truck with a very small complaint footprint: just 4 complaints over 1 year, 2 recalls, and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data. The complaints that do exist cluster around brake lights, turn signals, and ABS problems after brake work. For a buyer, this suggests a simple, older truck where the main headaches are electrical and brake-related rather than widespread safety failures.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a popular sedan with a massive complaint volume: 4,438 complaints over 10 years, 38 recalls, and 160 crash-related reports, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths. Owners frequently report engine noises, electrical glitches, forward collision avoidance warnings, and brake issues. While many complaints may not lead to injury, the sheer number and the presence of crashes and deaths mean buyers should take these patterns seriously.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Isuzu I 350 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 4 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 4.0 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.
Isuzu I 350
- 01EXTERIOR LIGHTING2
- 02SERVICE BRAKES1
- 03HYDRAULIC1
- 04VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
- 05EQUIPMENT1
Owners report turn signals working incorrectly—the left signal flashes right outside and vice versa—and brake light switch failures tied to a recall. These are safety issues because other drivers may not see your intentions, and the brake light switch recall means the lights may not work at all.
After replacing rotors, owners say the ABS system constantly fails and cannot be fixed even after spending over $1,500. This matters because you could buy a truck with a persistent, expensive brake problem that dealers cannot solve.
A complaint references the same brake switch recall, linking speed control to brake light switch failure. If the brake switch is faulty, it can affect cruise control and brake lights, so you should verify the recall was performed.
One complaint falls under equipment, though the sample text does not specify the exact part. This is a catch-all category, so inspect all equipment and accessories for proper function.
“2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK THIS IS TO FILE A COMPLAINT REGARDING OUR 2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK PURCHASED IN 2006 AND RELATES TO A RECALL OF THE BRAKE SWITCH (GM RECALL NO. 06030, NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NO. 06V139000). FOLLOWING ARE THE CHRONOLOGICAL FACTS REGARDING MY CO…”
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TURNING AT 10MPH ANOTHER MOTORIST NOTICED THE VEHICLE TURN SIGNALS WORKED INCORRECTLY. THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL GAVE A RIGHT SIGNAL OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE AND THE RIGHT GAVE A LEFT SIGNAL OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report noises, loss of speed, and multiple dashboard alarms (brake, hill descent, ABS, critical failure) during highway driving. These symptoms can indicate serious engine or sensor problems that may leave you stranded or require costly repairs.
Complaints include TPMS warnings followed by catastrophic tire failure, and rodent damage to the camshaft position wiring harness even on new vehicles. Electrical gremlins can cause misleading warnings and unexpected breakdowns.
Owners say adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, road departure mitigation, and automatic high beams show intermittent error messages. These failures mean the advanced safety features you paid for may not work when you need them.
Brake problems appear in complaints, and there is a recall for the ABS/traction control control unit. Brake issues are critical because they directly affect your ability to stop safely.
“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.
Isuzu I 350 — 2 recalls
The defect: CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE THE PERMANENT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION OR BRAKE LAMPS THAT ARE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) IS AFFECTED IN BOTH INSTANCES. ALSO, IF EQUIPPED, THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL BECOME INOPERATIVE. ANY TRAILER BRAKE LAMPS WHICH ARE…
The risk: A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
The defect: GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSI…
The risk: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SIMULTANEOUS LOSS OF ALL BRAKE LAMPS OR CAUSE ALL OF THE BRAKE LAMPS TO STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY. BOTH OF THESE CONDITIONS COULD FAIL TO WARN OTHERS OF THE DRIVER'S INTENTIONS AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALL OTHER STATES WILL BE…
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
Isuzu I 350 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Isuzu I 350 has far fewer issues per year (4.0 vs. 443.8) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, while the Honda Accord has thousands of complaints and 160 crash-related reports. In practice, the Isuzu’s problems are narrower and often tied to recalls, but the Honda’s higher volume means you are more likely to encounter a wide range of engine, electrical, and safety-system faults.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Isuzu I 350 has 4 complaints over 1 year; Honda Accord has 4,438 over 10 years—a massive difference in reported problems.
- Safety outcomes: Isuzu I 350 shows 0 crashes, 0 injuries, 0 deaths; Honda Accord shows 160 crash-related, 144 injuries, 3 deaths.
- Problem types: Isuzu I 350 complaints focus on lighting, brakes, and speed control; Honda Accord complaints span engine, electrical, forward collision avoidance, and brakes.
- Recalls: Isuzu I 350 has 2 recalls (both brake light switch); Honda Accord has 38 recalls covering hybrid software, tires, ABS, air bags, and fuel pump.
- Check that the brake light switch recall (NHTSA campaign 06V139000) has been performed; if not, brake lights and cruise control may fail.
- Test all turn signals and brake lights for correct operation, and ask if the ABS system has had persistent problems after rotor replacement.
- Listen for engine noises and watch for dashboard warnings (brake, hill descent, ABS, critical failure) during a test drive, especially at highway speeds.
- Verify that all recalls—especially the hybrid power control unit software, ABS control unit, and fuel pump—have been completed, and check for rodent damage to wiring.
Before you buy
- Run a VIN check to confirm all open recalls are addressed on both vehicles.
- For the Isuzu I 350, test turn signals, brake lights, and ABS operation, and ask for repair records related to brake work.
- For the Honda Accord, scan for stored error codes and test adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, and automatic high beams.
- Inspect tires on the Honda Accord for uneven wear or damage, given reports of TPMS warnings and tire failure.
- Take a long test drive on both vehicles, including highway speeds, to reproduce intermittent electrical or engine issues.
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 I 350 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Isuzu I 350 vs Honda Accord
- Isuzu I 350 total complaints
- 4
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Isuzu I 350 total recalls
- 2
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Isuzu I 350 avg complaints/year
- 4.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Isuzu I 350
- Isuzu I 350 top complaint area
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE