Head-to-head reliability
Jaguar F PACE vs Honda Accord
How the Jaguar F 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 F PACE vs Honda Accord: The F-Pace has 149 complaints and 27 recalls over 10 years, while the Accord has 4,438 complaints and 38 recalls. The F-Pace averages about 15 complaints per year versus 444 for the Accord, but the Accord sells in much higher volumes. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Jaguar F PACE or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Jaguar F PACE
The Jaguar F PACE is a luxury SUV that can be costly to maintain, with 149 complaints over 10 years (about 15 per year) and 27 recalls. Owners frequently report engine and electrical problems, including coolant failures, headlamp condensation, and even engine fires. These issues often lead to expensive repairs and safety risks, making it a high-maintenance choice for used buyers.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a popular family sedan with a much higher complaint volume—4,438 over 10 years (about 444 per year)—but that reflects its huge sales numbers. Complaints cover engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance systems, with some reports of sudden braking, warning lights, and tire failures. Recalls address hybrid software, brakes, and fuel pumps, so buyers should verify recall repairs.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Jaguar F PACE | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 149 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 27 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 14 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 14.9 Better | 443.8 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 17 Better | 144 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 1 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 F PACE
- 01ENGINE57
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM29
- 03FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM20
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER18
- 05POWER TRAIN17
Owners report major engine repairs costing thousands, such as an $8,600 bill on a 2017 F-Pace with under 4,200 miles. Coolant system failures can disable the vehicle, and some complaints mention engine fires, which is a serious safety concern.
Complaints include headlamp malfunction from condensation, flickering lights, and a case where smoke and fire emerged from the engine compartment while driving. These electrical faults can affect visibility and lead to dangerous situations.
A owner described a loud boom and loss of control when the drive shaft snapped, matching recall H009. Another complaint involved extensive fuel-related repairs on a low-mileage 2017 F-Pace, indicating potential drivetrain weaknesses.
Reports include catastrophic coolant failure leaving the vehicle disabled, and a gear selector that sticks in park, requiring restart. These issues can strand drivers and point to broader quality control problems.
“I am writing to file a formal complaint against Carvana regarding the purchase of a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. Despite driving less than 4189 miles, the vehicle requires extensive repairs costing $8,600.00 before taxes, with additional maintenance costs of $1,400.00…”
“I PURCHASED A 2019 JAGUAR F PACE FROM A DEALERSHIP IN NEW JERSEY ON OCTOBER 5TH 2019. I WAS THE 2ND OWNER AND THE CAR ALREADY HAD 19K MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT THE CAR IS WELL SERVICED AND MAINTAINED AND IS U…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report noises, loss of speed, and multiple warning lights (brake, hill descent, ABS) leading to critical failure. Some 2025 models had engine noise complaints shortly after purchase, suggesting potential early-life issues.
Complaints include TPMS warnings followed by catastrophic tire failure, and rodent damage to wiring harnesses even on new vehicles. These electrical gremlins can cause sudden safety hazards and costly repairs.
Owners describe adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, and automatic high beam warnings that appear intermittently. In some cases, the system may fail to respond to obstacles, raising concerns about reliability of driver-assist features.
Reports include a sunroof glass exploding on a 2025 Accord Hybrid with only 2,300 miles, and tire failure after a TPMS service. These unexpected failures can be frightening and expensive, even on newer models.
“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.
Jaguar F PACE — 27 recalls
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2023 F-Pace vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
The risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's numb…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 F-Pace vehicles. The oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.
The risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H506.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land…
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's custome…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2025 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery Sport, and 2026 Range Rover Evoque, and Jaguar F-Pace vehicles. Moisture may have entered the gear shift module (GSM) during assembly, which can cause the gear shift position indica…
The risk: A gear shift position indicator that fails to illuminate can make it difficult to identify the correct transmission gear position, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the GSM, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 2, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover’s customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D054 and H566.
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
Jaguar F PACE or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Jaguar F PACE has far fewer complaints per year (about 15) than the Honda Accord (about 444), but the Accord sells in much higher volumes, so per-vehicle rates may be closer. In practice, the F-Pace's complaints often involve severe, costly failures like engine fires and coolant loss, while the Accord's issues are more varied but sometimes less catastrophic. Buyers should weigh the F-Pace's lower frequency against its higher severity.
Key differences
- The Jaguar F PACE has 149 complaints over 10 years, while the Honda Accord has 4,438, but the Accord sells in far greater numbers, so per-vehicle rates are not directly comparable.
- F-Pace owners report severe engine and electrical failures like fires and coolant loss; Accord owners report a wider range of issues including forward collision avoidance glitches and sunroof explosions.
- The F-Pace has 27 recalls, including engine cooling and fuel system; the Accord has 38 recalls, covering hybrid software, brakes, and fuel pumps.
- Crash-related complaints: 14 for the F-Pace and 160 for the Accord, with 17 vs. 144 injuries and 1 vs. 3 deaths, reflecting the Accord's higher volume.
- Check for coolant leaks or overheating signs, as owners report catastrophic coolant system failures that can disable the vehicle.
- Inspect headlamps for condensation or flickering, and test the gear selector for sticking, both common electrical complaints.
- Verify that all recalls, especially for hybrid software, brakes, and fuel pumps, have been performed.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system, adaptive cruise control, and lane keeping for intermittent warnings or failures.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recall repairs are completed, especially for the F-Pace's engine cooling and the Accord's hybrid software.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine, cooling system, and electrical components for signs of leaks, corrosion, or prior repairs.
- Test all driver-assist features (forward collision warning, adaptive cruise, lane keeping) during a test drive to ensure they work consistently.
- Check for unusual noises, warning lights, or transmission behavior, and scan for stored error codes.
- For the F-Pace, specifically inspect the drive shaft and fuel system; for the Accord, check tire condition and sunroof operation.
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 F PACE | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 5 |
| 2025 | 0 | 101 |
| 2024 | 0 | 214 |
| 2023 | 2 | 224 |
| 2022 | 3 | 238 |
| 2021 | 7 | 226 |
| 2020 | 14 | 355 |
| 2019 | 17 | 677 |
| 2018 | 43 | 1864 |
| 2017 | 63 | 534 |
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 F PACE or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Jaguar F PACE vs Honda Accord
- Jaguar F PACE total complaints
- 149
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Jaguar F PACE total recalls
- 27
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Jaguar F PACE avg complaints/year
- 14.9
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Jaguar F PACE
- Jaguar F PACE top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE