Head-to-head reliability
Lamborghini URUS vs Honda Accord
How the Lamborghini URUS 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
Lamborghini URUS vs Honda Accord: the URUS has 4 complaints over 8 years (0.5/year) and 14 recalls, while the Accord has 4,524 complaints over 10 years (452.4/year), 38 recalls, 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Lamborghini URUS or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Lamborghini URUS
The Lamborghini URUS is a high-performance luxury SUV with very low reported complaint volume: 4 complaints over 8 years, averaging 0.5 per year. The few owner reports cluster around cold-start no-crank issues, a windshield that cracked without impact, and several back-over prevention and hood-latch recalls. Living with one means low complaint frequency but potentially expensive fixes when something does go wrong, especially for electrical or visibility problems.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mainstream family sedan with a much larger complaint record: 4,524 complaints over 10 years, averaging 452.4 per year, plus 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. Owners frequently describe engine stalling or loss of power, electronic power steering and braking failures, and forward collision avoidance systems that brake unexpectedly. Recalls cover hybrid power control software, fuel pumps, seat belt retractors, and passenger air bag sensors.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Lamborghini URUS | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 4 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 14 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.5 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.
Lamborghini URUS
- 01VISIBILITY/WIPER1
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- 04ENGINE1
- 05SERVICE BRAKES1
Owners report that on a cold start, pressing the brake and start button does not turn the vehicle on, taking 7–10 tries before it starts. This can leave you stranded or delayed, and repeated dealer visits may not resolve it.
One owner said a replacement windshield cracked unexpectedly during normal use with no accident or stone impact. A cracked windshield can impair visibility and may not be covered if the cause is disputed.
The same cold-start no-crank complaint was also filed under engine, suggesting the starting problem may involve engine-related electronics. A buyer should confirm the starting system has been checked.
Brakes appear as a top complaint area, though the sample text does not describe the specific symptom. Any brake complaint on a heavy, high-performance SUV deserves a thorough inspection.
“The windshield on my 2024 Lamborghini Urus was replaced approximately two months ago. There was no accident, stone impact, or other external force. While the vehicle was being used normally, the newly installed windshield cracked unexpectedly. I am concerned…”
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, followed by loss of speed. Others describe rattling noises while accelerating and rough transitions between EV and gas modes, which can signal costly hybrid or engine repairs.
One owner said electronic power steering and braking failed and locked up simultaneously at highway speeds, causing a near-collision. Another reported a tire failure shortly after a TPMS warning was supposedly fixed, raising concerns about repair quality.
Owners describe the system braking unexpectedly at around 35 mph with no obstruction, and adaptive cruise control suddenly slowing from 70 mph under similar conditions. These false activations can startle a driver and increase crash risk.
Fuel system complaints are common, and there is a recall for the gasoline fuel pump. A failing fuel pump can cause stalling or loss of power, so buyers should verify the recall was performed.
“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.
Lamborghini URUS — 14 recalls
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Urus Performante and Urus S vehicles. The hood latch striker may separate and fail, resulting in an unlatched hood that can open or detach while driving.
The risk: A hood that opens while driving can detach and become a road hazard, or obstruct the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the hood, and install a striker support plate if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghin…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Urus vehicles. A software error may deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the image not displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rea…
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L636-R.01.26.
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2022 Urus vehicles. The infotainment system may become damaged, which can result in an inoperative rearview camera display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Re…
The risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the infotainment unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Automobili Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Automobili Lamborghini's number for this re…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Urus vehicles. A software error may deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the image not displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rea…
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L636-R.01.26.
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
Lamborghini URUS or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Lamborghini URUS has far fewer issues per year (0.5 complaints/year) than the Honda Accord (452.4 complaints/year), but the Accord's much larger sales volume means raw counts are not directly comparable. In practice, the Accord's complaints include serious safety events like power steering and braking failure, while the URUS reports are fewer but still include no-start and windshield problems.
Key differences
- The URUS averages 0.5 complaints per year; the Accord averages 452.4 per year, a massive difference in reported problem frequency.
- The Accord has 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths; the URUS has 0 in each of those categories.
- URUS complaints center on cold-start no-crank and a cracked windshield; Accord complaints center on engine stalling, power steering/braking failure, and false forward collision braking.
- The Accord has 38 recalls including hybrid power control software and fuel pump; the URUS has 14 recalls including hood latch and back-over camera/display issues.
- Test cold starts multiple times: press the brake and start button and confirm the vehicle starts on the first try, since owners report 7–10 attempts.
- Inspect the windshield for cracks or prior replacement, and ask whether any replacement was done, because one owner reported a new windshield cracking without impact.
- During a test drive, watch for warning lights for brakes, ABS, hill descent, or critical failure, and listen for rattling or jerking during acceleration or EV-to-gas transitions.
- Test the forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control at highway speeds to see if the car brakes unexpectedly, and confirm the fuel pump recall was completed.
Before you buy
- Ask for a written recall history and confirm all open recalls are closed, especially the Accord's fuel pump and hybrid power control software and the URUS's hood latch and camera recalls.
- On the URUS, perform three cold starts and verify the start button works on the first press each time.
- On the Accord, test drive at highway speed and check for sudden braking from forward collision avoidance or adaptive cruise control.
- Have a mechanic scan for stored codes in the engine, electrical, and brake systems on both vehicles.
- Check the windshield and tires for cracks or uneven wear, and verify TPMS warnings have been properly repaired on the Accord.
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 | Lamborghini URUS | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 10 |
| 2025 | 0 | 109 |
| 2024 | 1 | 219 |
| 2023 | 1 | 226 |
| 2022 | 1 | 252 |
| 2021 | 0 | 234 |
| 2020 | 0 | 362 |
| 2019 | 0 | 691 |
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 Lamborghini URUS or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Lamborghini URUS vs Honda Accord
- Lamborghini URUS total complaints
- 4
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Lamborghini URUS total recalls
- 14
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Lamborghini URUS avg complaints/year
- 0.5
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Lamborghini URUS
- Lamborghini URUS top complaint area
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE