Head-to-head reliability
Jaguar E PACE vs Honda Accord
How the Jaguar E PACE 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
Jaguar E PACE vs Honda Accord: The E Pace averages 1.9 complaints per year with 0 crash-related reports, while the Accord averages 452.4 complaints per year with 162 crash-related reports and 3 deaths. Both have recalls, but the Accord's higher volume and safety incidents warrant extra caution. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Jaguar E PACE or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Jaguar E PACE
The Jaguar E Pace is a compact luxury SUV with a low complaint rate of about 1.9 per year over seven years, but its 19 recalls and reports of serious engine and transmission failures at around 84,000 miles suggest potentially costly repairs. Owners frequently mention coolant warnings, complete transmission failure, and electrical glitches like battery faults and random fan roaring. While no crashes or injuries are recorded in the data, the pattern points to a vehicle that may demand careful maintenance and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mainstream sedan with a much higher complaint volume—about 452 per year over ten years—and 38 recalls, including 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. Common owner complaints involve engine stalling or losing power, electrical failures such as power steering and braking lockups, and forward collision avoidance systems activating unexpectedly. These issues appear across many model years, indicating a broader set of safety-related problems that buyers should investigate.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Jaguar E PACE | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 13 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 19 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 1.9 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.
Jaguar E PACE
- 01ENGINE7
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
- 04POWER TRAIN3
- 05TIRES1
Owners report coolant-related warnings and mechanical issues starting around 60,000 miles, with some experiencing complete transmission failure near 84,000 miles that requires over $20,000 in repairs. These failures often follow multiple dealership visits for cooling system problems, so a buyer should check for coolant leaks, warning lights, and transmission service history.
Complaints include battery fault warnings that can lead to towing, and automatic stop-start causing the vehicle to stall at stop lights or signs. Such electrical glitches can leave you stranded or create hesitation in traffic, making a pre-purchase electrical system check important.
Some owners describe sudden power loss and limp mode while driving on the highway, with no prior warning. Others report coolant pump performance codes (P26CB) and water pump failures, which can lead to overheating and expensive engine damage if not addressed.
Reports include the engine fan roaring at 100% RPM regardless of outside temperature and not stopping until the car is shut off. This can be a sign of cooling system faults and may recur, so listen for unusual fan noise during a test drive.
“I own a 2020 Jaguar E-PACE (VIN: [XXXX]). At around 84,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a complete transmission failure that requires over $20,000 in repairs. This failure occurred despite multiple prior visits to the dealership for coolant-related warnings…”
“Vehicle Information 2020 Jaguar E-PACE VIN: [XXX] Approx. mileage: 84,000 Component Affected: Powertrain / Cooling System / Engine Complaint Description: My 2020 Jaguar E-PACE began showing coolant-related warnings and mechanical issues around 60,000 miles. D…”
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, leading to loss of speed. Others mention rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas modes, which can indicate internal engine or hybrid system issues.
Complaints include simultaneous failure of electronic power steering and braking systems at highway speeds, causing a near-collision. Another owner had a tire catastrophically fail shortly after a TPMS warning was supposedly fixed, highlighting potential electrical and safety system faults.
Owners describe the system activating unexpectedly under normal driving conditions, such as with adaptive cruise control set, leading to sudden braking or warnings. This can be startling and potentially dangerous if it causes loss of control or rear-end collisions.
While specific complaint text is not provided, the high number of fuel/propulsion complaints (602) suggests issues with fuel delivery or hybrid components. Buyers should check for recalls related to fuel pumps and hybrid management software.
“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.
Jaguar E PACE — 19 recalls
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The brake pad wear warning light may not appear on the instrument cluster as intended, failing to warn the driver that the brake pads are worn out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the car configuration file software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H481.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The passenger air bag may tear during deployment.
The risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a torn air bag may allow hot gases to escape, which can cause a burn injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H552.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Ro…
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may conta…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The brake pad wear warning light may not appear on the instrument cluster as intended, failing to warn the driver that the brake pads are worn out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the car configuration file software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H481.
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
Jaguar E PACE or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Jaguar E Pace has far fewer complaints per year (1.9 vs. 452.4) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, while the Honda Accord has 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. In practice, this means the Jaguar may have fewer reported safety incidents, but its low volume could also reflect fewer vehicles on the road; the Honda's higher numbers indicate more widespread owner-reported problems that buyers should weigh carefully.
Key differences
- The Jaguar E Pace averages 1.9 complaints per year with 0 crash-related reports, while the Honda Accord averages 452.4 complaints per year with 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths.
- Jaguar owners report engine and transmission failures often tied to coolant issues, whereas Honda owners report electrical failures like power steering and braking lockups, plus forward collision avoidance malfunctions.
- The Jaguar has 19 recalls, including brakes, air bags, and electrical system; the Honda has 38 recalls, covering hybrid management software, fuel pumps, seat belts, and air bag sensors.
- Honda complaints include sudden power loss and unintended braking, while Jaguar complaints include limp mode and fan roaring, indicating different safety concerns.
- Check for coolant leaks, low coolant levels, and any history of water pump or transmission repairs, as owners report failures around 60,000–84,000 miles.
- Test the automatic stop-start system and listen for the engine fan running at full speed unexpectedly, which could indicate a cooling system fault.
- Test the electronic power steering and braking systems at low and high speeds, and ask if any software updates or recalls for hybrid management have been performed.
- Verify that forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control function without unexpected warnings or braking, as owners report false activations.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website using the VIN.
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the cooling system, transmission, and electrical components, especially for the Jaguar.
- For the Honda, test drive at highway speeds to check for power loss, steering, and braking issues, and confirm all safety recalls are addressed.
- Ask for maintenance records, particularly for coolant flushes, transmission services, and any software updates.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection that includes a scan for stored trouble codes, even if no warning lights are on.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Jaguar E PACE | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 219 |
| 2023 | 0 | 226 |
| 2022 | 1 | 252 |
| 2021 | 1 | 234 |
| 2020 | 4 | 362 |
| 2019 | 6 | 691 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1884 |
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 Jaguar E PACE or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Jaguar E PACE vs Honda Accord
- Jaguar E PACE total complaints
- 13
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Jaguar E PACE total recalls
- 19
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Jaguar E PACE avg complaints/year
- 1.9
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Jaguar E PACE
- Jaguar E PACE top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE