Head-to-head reliability
Mclaren Senna vs Honda Accord
How the Mclaren Senna 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
Mclaren Senna vs Honda Accord: The Senna has 0 complaints and 3 recalls over 5 years, while the Accord has 4,438 complaints and 38 recalls over 10 years. The Accord also reports 160 crash-related complaints, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Mclaren Senna or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Mclaren Senna
The Mclaren Senna is a limited-production supercar, so it sees very few miles and very few owners. Over five years, it has zero owner complaints filed with NHTSA, but three recalls for electrical wiring and fuel tank issues. Living with it means dealing with recall repairs rather than a stream of reported breakdowns, but the lack of complaints may simply reflect low mileage and limited road use.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a high-volume family sedan and hybrid, so it accumulates many miles and many owners. Over ten years, it has 4,438 complaints, with the most common areas being the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance. Owners report noises, warning lights, sudden power loss, and even sunroof glass shattering, which can be alarming in daily driving.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Mclaren Senna | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 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.
Mclaren Senna
No component data available.
Two of the three recalls for the Senna involve electrical wiring. Owners have not filed complaints, but the recalls suggest a risk of wiring faults that could affect lights, sensors, or other electrical functions. A buyer should confirm these recalls were performed.
One recall covers the fuel tank assembly. This could involve a potential fuel leak or improper venting, which is a fire risk. Even though no complaints exist, the recall means the tank may need inspection or replacement.
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report noises, warning alarms, and sudden loss of speed at highway speeds. One complaint describes brake, hill descent, ABS, and critical failure warnings appearing while driving, which can be frightening and dangerous.
Complaints include TPMS warnings followed by catastrophic tire failure, and rodent damage to the camshaft position wiring harness even on new vehicles. These issues can cause breakdowns or false warnings that distract the driver.
Owners report intermittent messages about adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, road departure mitigation, and automatic high beams failing. This means the car's safety aids may not work when needed, and the warnings can be distracting.
Brake-related complaints are common, often tied to ABS or traction control warnings. One owner described brake and ABS alarms along with loss of speed, suggesting the braking system may have electronic or hydraulic faults that need prompt attention.
“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.
Mclaren Senna — 3 recalls
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Senna vehicles. The engine harness may contact a metal link pipe heat shield, chafing the harness over time, potentially damaging the wires.
The risk: Damaged wires may cause a sudden reduction in engine power or an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the engine harness, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact McLaren's Client Services department at (855) 202-8815 or clientservicesna@mclaren.com.
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Senna vehicles. The engine harness may contact a metal link pipe heat shield, chafing the harness over time, potentially damaging the wires.
The risk: Damaged wires may cause a sudden reduction in engine power or an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the engine harness, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact McLaren's Client Services department at (855) 202-8815 or clientservicesna@mclaren.com.
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2016-2020 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, and 2017-2019 570GT vehicles. The Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) foam pad underneath the fuel tank may retain moisture and corrode the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank. If the fuel tank is found to have corrosion, it will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began J…
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
Mclaren Senna or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Mclaren Senna has far fewer issues per year (0 complaints per year vs. about 444 per year for the Honda Accord), but that is partly because it is a low-volume supercar driven very little. In practice, the Accord has a much larger and more varied set of reported problems, including engine, electrical, and safety-system failures, while the Senna's main concerns are recall-related.
Key differences
- The Senna has 0 complaints and 3 recalls over 5 years; the Accord has 4,438 complaints and 38 recalls over 10 years.
- Senna recalls involve electrical wiring and fuel tank; Accord recalls include hybrid power control software, spare tires, ABS control units, air bag sensors, and fuel pumps.
- Accord owners report engine noises, sudden power loss, and forward collision avoidance failures; Senna owners have no complaint text on record.
- The Accord has 160 crash-related complaints, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths; the Senna has none of these reported.
- Check for any outstanding electrical wiring recalls and confirm they were fixed, as two recalls involve wiring faults.
- Inspect the fuel tank assembly and verify the recall for fuel storage was performed, as a defect could cause leaks or fire risk.
- Listen for engine noises and watch for warning lights (brake, ABS, hill descent) that may indicate sudden power loss or brake issues.
- Test the forward collision avoidance systems (adaptive cruise, lane keeping, automatic high beams) for intermittent failures, and check for rodent damage to wiring harnesses.
Before you buy
- For either vehicle, run the VIN through NHTSA to confirm all recalls are closed.
- On the Accord, ask for service records related to engine noises, electrical warnings, and brake/ABS repairs.
- On the Senna, verify the electrical wiring and fuel tank recalls were completed by a McLaren dealer.
- Test drive the Accord at highway speeds to check for sudden loss of power or warning alarms.
- Inspect the Accord's tires and TPMS system, as one complaint involved a tire failure after a TPMS warning.
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 | Mclaren Senna | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 226 |
| 2020 | 0 | 355 |
| 2019 | 0 | 677 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1864 |
| 2017 | 0 | 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 Mclaren Senna or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Mclaren Senna vs Honda Accord
- Mclaren Senna total complaints
- 0
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Mclaren Senna total recalls
- 3
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Mclaren Senna avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Mclaren Senna
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE