2006 HONDA ACCORD Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Honda Accord. This model year has 430 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2006 Honda Accord Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Brake System
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Honda Accord. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 129 | 33 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 53 | 6 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 49 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 48 | 6 | 5 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 42 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 41 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 40 | 2 | 3 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 28 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 24 | 9 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 19 | 3 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2006 Honda Accord. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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After driving my Honda Accord for 135,000 miles, the ignition switch malfunctioned and I am unable to start the car, it seems like I need to replace the switch. After doing research I found out that many Hondas of the same model and years 2003-2009 experienced the same issues wh…
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor, and there was smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the smoke increased while at a complete stop in traffic. There was …
NHTSA ID#89 THERE IS A LINE UP STOP & GO FOR PICK UP ITEM , SO IT SHIFT NUTRUAL AN D FROM TIME TO TIME AS LIKE ON LINE LOADING. ALL OF THE CERTAIN, THE CAR SPEED UP, I CAN NOT STOP IT BY APPLY THE BRAKE, IT HAPPEN 2 TIMES. IT WAS OUT OF MY CONTROL. "UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT I…
It's wearing the tires down to the the wires on the back and the front
Everything in the front end is bad and the back end
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal metal-on-metal grinding sound coming from under the floorboards. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact att…
The vehicle was taken to two Honda dealerships apon noticing the D light blinking on the dashboard after reaching highway speeds. Also started getting worse overtime, currently when starting up, and putting into drive, nothing happens, and after a few seconds it will plurge forwa…
While driving down street, both curtain airbags deployed sporadically with absolutely no cause. I was not hit anywhere and I was not even using my brakes or slowing to a stop. My head got smashed in and my view was completely obstructed. I was able to pull off road to safety.
I was ran off the road by another driver on March 8, 2024. I honked so that they would know I was there and then swerved as they continued to come towards me. As this happened, I lost control of my vehicle and it fishtailed on the highway, doing a complete 180° and going from 70 …
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The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating…
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: G-Max AS-05, Tire Size: 215/50/R17, DOT Number: CN6AWD8R4020. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65-70 MPH, the vehicle was vibrating and making an abnormal sound. The contact pulled …
While driving home from work at highway speeds in less than 1 minute I went from Total normal Driving Experience to feeling like I had a vibration likely a flat. Luckily it was the back tire so I was able to safely steer off the highway. Upon inspecting the tire it was completely…
The AC DELCO brake pads were reported to be designed for use on the front calipers of a 2006 Honda Accord. While performing a routine brake caliper cleaning and inspection, I observed that the friction material completely separated from the metal backing plate on the passenger ou…
The left passenger seatbelt will not retract - supposed to be a lifetime warranty and as a result airbag indicator light is on, so I take it to the dealer and they tell me seatbelts are on back order and they said it could be months or even years before I get a seatbelt and ther…
Clicking in steering wheel, and steering wheel very stiff. Not sure if it's the flex coupler or something else. Has been ongoing for probably 2 or 3 years. Also headliner is falling, has been lifting for a couple of years but now it's to the point where I'm afraid it'll fall on…
Power steering fluid leakage that smokes up under hood, loss of power to steering and extremely difficult to steer. Major safety issue.
The 2006 Honda Accord VP Sedan was hit in an intersection by a Van that was trying to speed through a red light. The van hit the Accord on the front of the car, which spun the Accord causing it to hit the van again in the rear passenger side. The Accord has 6 airbags, but none …
I was driving up a hill got to the stop light which red . And then light turned green i went to take off i heard a big bang as i began to accelerate my vehicle began to drift backwards into traffic I put my hazard on one grabbed the emergency brake. I then was able to have some p…
Brought my 2006 Honda Accord at Scott Robinson Honda Service Center and was told I would have pay for the airbags..
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2006 Honda Accord.
Recalls for 2006 Honda Accord
17 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2006 Honda Accord. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2006 Honda Accord — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2006 Honda Accord reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2006 Honda Accord has 430 NHTSA owner complaints, 52 crash-related, and 17 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (129 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Honda Accord?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (129 complaints). #2: Brake System (53 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (49 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Honda Accord?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2006 Honda Accord?▾
The 2006 Honda Accord has 52 crash-related complaints and 8 fire reports out of 430 total NHTSA complaints. 39 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2006 Honda Accord have any recalls?▾
Yes — 17 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2006 Honda Accord. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2006 Honda Accord?▾
The 2006 Honda Accord has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Accord reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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