Head-to-head reliability
Suzuki Verona vs Honda Accord
How the Suzuki Verona 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 Verona vs Honda Accord: The Verona averages 43 complaints per year over 5 years, with engine stalling and transmission failures common. The Accord averages 444 per year over 10 years, but many complaints involve electronic driver aids. The Verona has 9 recalls, the Accord 38. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Suzuki Verona or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Suzuki Verona
The Suzuki Verona is a discontinued compact sedan that, based on NHTSA data, shows a high rate of complaints relative to its sales volume. Owners report frequent engine stalling, electrical glitches, and transmission problems, making it a risky choice for a first-time buyer. The average of 43 complaints per year over five years, combined with multiple recalls, suggests persistent reliability issues that could lead to unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a popular midsize sedan with a much larger sample size, but its complaint rate is also high, averaging 444 per year over ten years. However, many complaints focus on advanced driver-assistance systems and electrical gremlins, which may be less severe than the Verona's engine and transmission failures. The Accord's higher crash and injury numbers reflect its greater sales volume, not necessarily a worse safety record.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Suzuki Verona | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 216 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 9 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 10 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 43.2 Better | 443.8 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 9 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.
Suzuki Verona
- 01ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING80
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM37
- 03POWER TRAIN31
- 04FUEL SYSTEM25
- 05VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL22
Owners report the engine stalling without warning, sometimes in traffic, and failing to restart. This can be dangerous and leaves you stranded. The throttle body may need repeated replacement.
The daytime running light module is a known recall issue, and owners also describe sudden stalling that may be electrical. Intermittent electrical problems can be hard to diagnose.
The transmission is a major weak point, with one owner reporting three replacements. Loud clunks when accelerating or decelerating are common, indicating premature wear.
Engine stalling while decelerating is reported, and the throttle body may need replacement multiple times. This points to fuel delivery or air intake issues that affect drivability.
“I PURCHASED THE 2004 SUZUKI VERONA LAST YEAR FROM A THIRD PARTY. THE ENGINE STALLS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. IT COMPLETELY STOPS. LAST YEAR IT STOPPED COMPLETELY AND WOULD NOT TURN ON. LUCKILY NO CARS WERE BEHIND ME. I HAD TO CALL THE TOW TRUCK AND FIX IT.…”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED, IT PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BECAUSE BOTH THE CHECK ENGINE AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR, BUT T…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report unusual noises and sudden loss of power with warning lights for brakes and other systems. Some issues may be related to software or sensors rather than mechanical failure.
Problems include tire pressure monitoring system warnings and wiring harness damage (e.g., rodent damage). Electrical gremlins can be intermittent and frustrating to trace.
The system may trigger false alerts or show errors for adaptive cruise control and lane keeping. These issues can be annoying and may affect driver confidence in safety features.
Complaints mention brake system warnings and potential failures, which are critical for safety. Some may be linked to the ABS or traction control modules.
“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.
Suzuki Verona — 9 recalls
The defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
The risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall…
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY.
The risk: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE BELT TO DISCONNECT RESULTING IN HEAVY STEERING, AND CAN LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING OR TO BATTERY DISCHARGE AND ENGINE STALL.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
The defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
The risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall…
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY.
The risk: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE BELT TO DISCONNECT RESULTING IN HEAVY STEERING, AND CAN LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING OR TO BATTERY DISCHARGE AND ENGINE STALL.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
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
Suzuki Verona or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Honda Accord has a much higher total complaint count, but when adjusted for sales volume and years, its rate is about 10 times higher than the Verona's. However, the Verona's complaints are more concentrated on engine and transmission failures, which are more likely to leave you stranded. In practice, the Accord's issues are more often electronic annoyances, while the Verona's are mechanical deal-breakers.
Key differences
- The Verona has a higher proportion of engine stalling and transmission failures, while the Accord's top complaints are about driver-assistance systems and electrical issues.
- The Verona's complaint rate is lower per year, but its problems are more severe and potentially dangerous.
- The Accord has more recalls, but many are for software updates or sensors, whereas the Verona's recalls include steering and airbags.
- The Accord's crash and injury numbers are higher, but that is expected given its much larger sales base.
- Inspect the engine for signs of stalling, such as rough idling or hesitation, and check for any pending codes related to the throttle body.
- Test the transmission for clunks or jerky shifts, especially when accelerating from a stop or at low speeds.
- Check the forward collision warning and adaptive cruise control for false alerts or error messages during a test drive.
- Look for any warning lights related to the braking system, and have the ABS module inspected if there are any issues.
Before you buy
- For the Verona, ask for maintenance records showing any engine or transmission work, and have a mechanic perform a compression test and transmission fluid check.
- For the Accord, verify that all recalls have been performed, especially those for the fuel pump and airbag sensor.
- Test drive both vehicles at highway speeds to see if the Verona stalls or the Accord's driver aids malfunction.
- Check the electrical systems: on the Verona, test the DRLs; on the Accord, ensure the TPMS and infotainment work without errors.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic who is familiar with these models.
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 Verona or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Suzuki Verona vs Honda Accord
- Suzuki Verona total complaints
- 216
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Suzuki Verona total recalls
- 9
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Suzuki Verona avg complaints/year
- 43.2
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Suzuki Verona
- Suzuki Verona top complaint area
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE