Head-to-head reliability
Suzuki Gsx1300r vs Honda Accord
How the Suzuki Gsx1300r 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
Suzuki Gsx1300r vs Honda Accord: The Suzuki had 3 complaints and 0 crash-related reports over 10 years, while the Honda had 4,524 complaints, 162 crash-related reports, and 3 deaths. The Suzuki averages 0.3 complaints per year versus 452.4 for the Honda. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Suzuki Gsx1300r or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Suzuki Gsx1300r
The Suzuki GSX1300R is a high-performance sport motorcycle with very few reported problems over the past decade—just 3 complaints total, averaging 0.3 per year. Owners mainly report fuel-system issues that can cause hard starting or sudden loss of power, plus one structural complaint about the kickstand. With no crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, it appears to be a low-volume, niche machine where problems are rare but can be serious when they occur.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mainstream family sedan and hybrid with a massive complaint volume: 4,524 complaints over 10 years, averaging 452.4 per year. The data shows 162 crash-related complaints, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths, with top problem areas in the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance. Recalls cover hybrid power control software, fuel pumps, seat belts, air bags, and spare tires, indicating a wide range of safety-related issues.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Suzuki Gsx1300r | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 3 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 4 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.3 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.
Suzuki Gsx1300r
- 01FUEL SYSTEM2
- 02GASOLINE2
- 03STRUCTURE1
Owners of 2022 and 2023 GSX1300R models report that the motorcycle may fail to start immediately after being turned off and restarted, or may suddenly lose motive power while riding. This can leave a rider stranded or in a dangerous position on the road.
The same fuel-related complaints appear under the gasoline category, with owners describing hard starting and unexpected loss of power. These symptoms suggest a fuel delivery problem that could affect reliability and rider safety.
One owner reported that while dismounting the motorcycle with the kickstand down, the kickstand failed or the bike became unstable. A structural failure like this could cause the motorcycle to fall, potentially injuring the rider or damaging the bike.
“The contact owns a 2022 Suzuki GSX1300R. The contact stated that after arriving to his destination and turning off the motorcycle, after returning to the motorcycle the motorcycle failed to start immediately. The contact stated that after several attempts the…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Suzuki GSX1300R. The contact stated that while his wife was riding at an undisclosed speed, the motorcycle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the motorcycle failed to…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report sudden loss of speed, multiple warning lights (brake, hill descent, ABS, critical failure), and rattling noises during acceleration. Some also describe rough transitions between electric and gas modes in hybrids, with jerking when the engine engages.
Complaints include simultaneous failure of electronic power steering and braking at highway speeds, which can cause a near-collision. Another owner reported a tire failure shortly after a TPMS warning was supposedly fixed, suggesting electrical or sensor-related safety risks.
Owners describe the system failing to prevent collisions, with incidents occurring under similar driving conditions and even with adaptive cruise control set. This undermines a key safety feature that buyers may rely on.
Reports include persistent rotten-egg/sulfur odors that remain after paid repairs, and a case where a driver's foot slipped behind a plastic side panel, potentially interfering with pedal control. These issues point to build-quality or design problems that can be distracting or dangerous.
“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.
Suzuki Gsx1300r — 4 recalls
The defect: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2022-2024 GSX1300R (Hayabusa) motorcycles. The master cylinder internal rubber components may swell due to contamination from the brake fluid cap diaphragm, which can result in a blocked brake fluid port. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply…
The risk: A blocked brake fluid port can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder body and brake fluid cap diaphragm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki Customer Service at 1-714- 572-1490. Suzuki's numbe…
The defect: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2022-2024 GSX1300R (Hayabusa) motorcycles. The master cylinder internal rubber components may swell due to contamination from the brake fluid cap diaphragm, which can result in a blocked brake fluid port. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply…
The risk: A blocked brake fluid port can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder body and brake fluid cap diaphragm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki Customer Service at 1-714- 572-1490. Suzuki's numbe…
The defect: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2024 GSX1300R motorcycles. The brake fluid pipe flare nut for the brake fluid supply line may have been tightened incorrectly and cause a brake fluid leak.
The risk: A brake fluid leak can result in reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe flare nut connection and adjust the brake fluid level, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-7…
The defect: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2022-2024 GSX1300R (Hayabusa) motorcycles. The master cylinder internal rubber components may swell due to contamination from the brake fluid cap diaphragm, which can result in a blocked brake fluid port. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply…
The risk: A blocked brake fluid port can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder body and brake fluid cap diaphragm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki Customer Service at 1-714- 572-1490. Suzuki's numbe…
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
Suzuki Gsx1300r or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Suzuki GSX1300R has far fewer issues per year (0.3 vs. 452.4) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, while the Honda Accord has thousands of complaints and hundreds of crash-related reports. In practice, the Suzuki appears to have rare but potentially serious fuel and structural problems, whereas the Honda has a broad range of frequent safety-related failures.
Key differences
- The Suzuki GSX1300R has only 3 complaints and 0 crash-related reports, while the Honda Accord has 4,524 complaints and 162 crash-related reports.
- Suzuki owners mainly report fuel-system issues causing hard starting or power loss, plus one kickstand structural failure; Honda owners report engine stalling, electrical failures, and forward collision avoidance malfunctions.
- The Honda Accord has 38 recalls covering hybrid software, fuel pumps, seat belts, air bags, and spare tires; the Suzuki has 4 recalls, all for brake master cylinder and hose issues.
- The Honda Accord data includes 146 injuries and 3 deaths, while the Suzuki data shows no injuries or deaths.
- Check for hard starting or hesitation when restarting the engine after it has been turned off and warmed up, as owners report this fuel-system symptom.
- Inspect the kickstand and its mounting point for cracks, bending, or looseness, since one owner reported a structural failure while dismounting.
- Look for warning lights related to brakes, ABS, or hill descent, and test the electronic power steering and braking at low speeds before highway driving.
- Listen for rattling noises during acceleration and feel for jerking when the hybrid system switches between electric and gas modes.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed, especially brake recalls on the Suzuki and hybrid/fuel pump recalls on the Honda.
- Take a test ride or test drive that includes restarting the engine after it is warm, highway speeds, and use of adaptive cruise control if equipped.
- Have a mechanic inspect the fuel system on the Suzuki and the electrical/charging system on the Honda, including battery health and software updates.
- For the Honda, check for any signs of prior collision damage or air bag deployment, given the high number of crash-related complaints.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and specifically inquire about any recurring warning lights, odd odors, or transmission jerking.
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 | Suzuki Gsx1300r | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 10 |
| 2025 | 0 | 109 |
| 2024 | 0 | 219 |
| 2023 | 1 | 226 |
| 2022 | 2 | 252 |
| 2021 | 0 | 234 |
| 2020 | 0 | 362 |
| 2019 | 0 | 691 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1884 |
| 2017 | 0 | 537 |
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 Suzuki Gsx1300r or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Suzuki Gsx1300r vs Honda Accord
- Suzuki Gsx1300r total complaints
- 3
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Suzuki Gsx1300r total recalls
- 4
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Suzuki Gsx1300r avg complaints/year
- 0.3
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Suzuki Gsx1300r
- Suzuki Gsx1300r top complaint area
- FUEL SYSTEM
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE